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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Lexus GS Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Lexus GS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $61,065

Lexus GS 350   
Difference: $36,260

Lowest Total Invoice: $56,506

Lexus GS 350   
Difference: $34,073

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20172017201720172017
ModelSLSLSLSLGS
TrimSL450SL550AMG SL63AMG SL65350
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Base Price $86,950 $110,800 $151,350 $219,850 $50,695
Base Invoice $80,864 $103,044 $140,756 $204,461 $47,147
Driver Assistance Package 2,250 2,250 2,250    
Premium Package 5,050        
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel 650 650 650 650  
Wood trim, alternative type 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500  
Luxury Package         6,845
Obstacle detection, rear         500
LED headlights         1,160
AWD         -330
Power trunk closer         400
Illuminated door sill trim plates         425
Rear spoiler         395
Driver Assistance Package 2,093 2,093 2,093    
Premium Package 4,697        
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel 605 605 605 605  
Wood trim, alternative type 1,395 1,395 1,395 1,395  
Luxury Package         6,297
Obstacle detection, rear         430
LED headlights         1,067
AWD         -308
Power trunk closer         368
Illuminated door sill trim plates         280
Rear spoiler         250
Options (change) 9,450 4,400 4,400 2,150 9,395
Options (change) 8,790 4,093 4,093 2,000 8,384
Destination 925 925 925 925 975
Gas Tax 0 0 0 1,300 0
Total Price $97,325 $116,125 $156,675 $224,225 $61,065
Total Invoice $90,579 $108,062 $145,774 $208,686 $56,506

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Lexus GS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lexus GS 350
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $28,345
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $26,707
Model Year20172017201720172017
ModelSLSLSLSLGS
TrimSL450SL550AMG SL63AMG SL65350
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Engine362hp V6449hp V8577hp V8621hp V12311hp V6
TransmissionT9T9T7T7T6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)600, 11600, 11600, 11900, 12299, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/35-19255/35-19255/35-19255/35-19235/40-19
Total Price$97,325$116,125$156,675$224,225$61,065
Adjustments for Features-7,915-7,915-13,390-15,5900
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$89,410$108,210$143,285$208,635$61,065
Cost Above Minimum$0$18,800$53,875$119,225$0
Total Invoice$90,579$108,062$145,774$208,686$56,506
Adjustments for Features-7,366-7,365-12,458-14,5100
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$83,213$100,697$133,316$194,176$56,506
Cost Above Minimum$0$17,484$50,103$110,963$0

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Lexus GS

Model Year20172017201720172017
ModelSLSLSLSLGS
TrimSL450SL550AMG SL63AMG SL65350
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400$1400   
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1200$1200 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1100
RWD$0$0$0$0 
AWD    $1700
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100$100$100 
Power door closers   $300 
Power rear side windows    $200
Semi-automated parking system$500$500$500$500 
Sunshade, rear, power    $225
Sunshades, second row    $125
Wind blocker, power small$300$300$300$300 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Auto-raising roll bars / headrests$500$500$500$500 
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150$150$150 
Collision preparation system, rear$100$100$100$100 
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system$0$0$0$0 
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150 
Rear side airbags    $300
Temporary spare tire    $150
Tires, run-flat$150$150   
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100$100$100 
Vehicle health reports    $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50$50 
Rear seat pass-through    $100
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50$50$50 
Climate Control 
Adaptive windshield washer system$0$0$0$0 
Heated washer fluid system$50$50$50$50 
Rear air vents with automatic controls    $250
Residual heat$50$50$50$50 
Washer fluid outlets in wiper blade$100$100$100$100 
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25$25 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300$300 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable$500$500$500$500 
Raised top speed limiter  $0$0 
Exterior 
Electronically-variable tint, sunroof or glass roof panel   $2000 
Glass roof panel(s)$300$300$300$300 
Power retractable hardtop$6750$6750$6750$6750 
Rear spoiler  $200$200$200
Sunroof    $900
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100$100$100 
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100$100 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150 
iPod integration$100$100$100$100 
Media drive$15$15$15$15 
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0 
Rear seat audio controls    $25
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25 
Siri Eyes Free support    $0
Telematics service, such as OnStar    $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225 
USB port    $25
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25  $25
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror    $75
Chronometer  $100$100 
Compass    $0
Cornering lights$50$50$50$50 
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100 
Fog lights    $125
Interior ambient lighting    $150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150 
Power-folding mirrors    $50
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver$300$300$300$300 
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger$300$300$300$300 
Center armrest(s), second row    $50
Heated second row seats    $200
Leather door panel trim$250$250$250$250 
Massage, driver seat$100$100$100$100 
Massage, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Metal pedals$75$75$75$75 
Neck-level heating, front seats$150$150$150$150 
No leather in second row$-300$-300$-300$-300 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat    $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat    $100
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat    $100
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat    $100
Synthetic suede headliner  $650$650 
Upholstered instrument panel    $300
Upholstered instrument panel, leather$1000$1000$1000$1000 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active curve tilting  $1000$1000 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500  $500
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable  $4000$4000 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0  
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)   $0 
Transmission 
Launch control  $100  
Total Value of Features$15,290$15,290$20,765$22,965$7,375
Value of Feature Adjustments$7,915$7,915$13,390$15,590$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-7,366-7,365-12,458-14,5100

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Lexus GS

Model Year20172017
ModelSLGS
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr Sedan
Wheelbase101.7 in112.2 in
Length182.3 in192.1 in
Width73.9 in72.4 in
Height51.2 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,827 lb.3,806 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.8 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.5 in57.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.9 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in55.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in54.1 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
8.5 ft316.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
13.5 ft316.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL450

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested165087%
Total Not Requested25013%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300No
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Neck-level heating, front seats150No
Semi-automated parking system500No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested150049%
Total Not Requested155051%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL550

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested165087%
Total Not Requested25013%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL AMG SL63

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested165087%
Total Not Requested25013%

Option Package Details
Lexus GS 350

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
AWD
FeatureValueRequested?
AWD0No
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic0No
Total Requested0100%
Total Not Requested00%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Heated second row seats200No
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Fog lights125No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Sunshades, second row125No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel0Yes
Rear seat audio controls25No
Wood trim, alternative type300Yes
235/40VR19 tires400No
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Total Requested275063%
Total Not Requested160037%

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