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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Porsche Cayenne Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Porsche Cayenne Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $89,025

Porsche Cayenne   
Difference: $72,440

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152015201120112011
ModelSLSLCayenneCayenneCayenne
TrimSL63 AMGSL65 AMGBaseSS Hybrid
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $148,050 $215,250 $47,700 $64,400 $67,700
Driver Assistance Package 2,950        
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel 590 590 615 615 615
Wood trim 0 0 995 1,340 1,340
Ceramic brake rotors 8,950 8,950 8,150 8,150 8,150
18-way adaptive power front seats     480 480 480
Adaptive cruise control     2,490 2,490 2,490
Torque vectoring, brake-based     1,490 1,490  
Metallic paint (extra cost)     790 790 790
Traffic information     0 0 0
Satellite radio     750 750 750
Voice control for nav and audio     595 595 595
Proximity key     1,090 1,090 1,090
Upholstered instrument panel, leather     3,655 3,655 3,655
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable     3,980    
Synthetic suede headliner     1,990 1,990 1,990
275/45VR20     3,120 2,730 2,730
Premium Package Plus     10,160 11,650 11,650
Driver Assistance Package 2,744        
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel 549 549 0 0 0
Wood trim 0 0 0 0 0
Ceramic brake rotors 8,324 8,324 0 6,928 0
18-way adaptive power front seats     0 0 0
Adaptive cruise control     0 0 0
Torque vectoring, brake-based     0 0  
Metallic paint (extra cost)     0 0 0
Traffic information     0 0 0
Satellite radio     638 638 638
Voice control for nav and audio     506 506 506
Proximity key     0 0 0
Upholstered instrument panel, leather     0 0 0
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable     2,542    
Synthetic suede headliner     0 0 0
275/45VR20     0 0 0
Premium Package Plus     0 0 0
Options (change) 12,490 9,540 40,350 37,815 36,325
Options (change) 11,617 8,873 3,686 8,072 1,144
Destination 925 925 975 975 975
Gas Tax 0 1,300 0 0 0
Total Price $161,465 $227,015 $89,025 $103,190 $105,000

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Porsche Cayenne

Lowest Adjusted Price: Porsche Cayenne
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $63,690
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $139,979
Model Year20152015201120112011
ModelSLSLCayenneCayenneCayenne
TrimSL63 AMGSL65 AMGBaseSS Hybrid
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine577hp V8621hp V12300hp V6400hp V8380hp V6 H
TransmissionT7T7M6T8T8
DrivetrainRWDRWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)600, 11900, 12235, 11235, 11235, 11
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/35-19255/35-19275/45-20275/45-20275/45-20
Total Price$161,465$227,015$89,025$103,190$105,000
Adjustments for Features-8,750-13,0500-1,400-500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$152,715$213,965$89,025$101,790$104,500
Cost Above Minimum$0$61,250$0$12,765$15,475

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Porsche Cayenne

Model Year20152015201120112011
ModelSLSLCayenneCayenneCayenne
TrimSL63 AMGSL65 AMGBaseSS Hybrid
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200   
6-speed manual  $150  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1300$1300
RWD$0$0   
AWD  $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control  $600$600$600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850   
Air compressor  $35$35$35
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100   
Heated steering wheel  $100$100$100
Power door closers $300   
Power liftgate  $350$350$350
Power rear side windows  $200$200$200
Power trunk closer$350$350   
Remote app$25$25   
Remote window/roof operation$15$15   
Semi-automated parking system$500$500   
Sunshades, second row, power  $225$225$225
Wind blocker, power small$300$300   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0   
Auto-raising roll bars / headrests$500$500   
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200   
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200   
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150   
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150   
Hill descent control  $250$250$250
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75   
Lane departure prevention$150$150   
Lane departure warning$200$200   
Night vision $1750   
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0   
Rear side airbags  $300$300$300
Rollover sensor  $50$50$50
Temporary spare tire  $150$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover  $75$75$75
Cargo net  $40$40$40
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate  $150$150$150
Rear seat pass-through  $100$100$100
Climate Control 
Adaptive windshield washer system$0$0   
Rear air vents  $100$100$100
Rear wiper  $175$175$175
Water-repellent front-door glass  $15$15$15
Wiper de-icer$25$25   
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300$300$300 
Lockable center differential  $150$150 
Lockable rear differential  $150$150 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150 $150 
Raised top speed limiter$0$0   
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding  $350$350$350
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275$275$275
Electronically-variable tint, sunroof or glass roof panel $2000   
Glass roof panel(s)$300$300   
Power retractable hardtop$6750$6750   
Sunroof  $900$900$900
Infotainment 
App support$0$0   
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25   
DVD-Audio-compatible player  $0$0$0
DVD-compatible player$0$0   
HD radio$50$50   
In-vehicle Internet$150$150   
iPod integration$100$100   
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0   
Off-road navigation system  $0$0$0
SD Card slot$25$25   
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25   
Surround sound$250$250   
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225   
Traffic + travel information$25$25   
Traffic information  $25$25$25
USB port  $25$25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200   
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror  $75$75$75
Chronometer$100$100   
Power-folding mirrors  $50$50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50$50
Door sill trim plates  $100$100$100
Folding second row seats  $300$300$300
Heated second row seats  $200$200$200
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200   
Leather headliner $1000   
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats  $75$75$75
Manual recliner, second row seats  $75$75$75
Massage, driver seat$100$100   
Massage, passenger seat$100$100   
Metal pedals$75$75   
Neck-level heating, front seats$150$150   
No leather in second row$-300$-300   
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50   
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50   
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat  $100$100$100
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Synthetic suede headliner$650 $650$650$650
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500$500$500
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable$4000$4000   
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable  $1000$1000$1000
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0   
Transmission 
Launch control$100    
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100 $100$100
Total Value of Features$18,965$23,265$10,215$11,615$10,715
Value of Feature Adjustments$8,750$13,050$0$1,400$500
Value of Feature Adjustments-8,141-12,1460-123-10

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Porsche Cayenne

Model Year20152011
ModelSLCayenne
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr SUV
Wheelbase101.8 in114.0 in
Length181.8 in190.8 in
Width73.9 in76.3 in
Height51.8 in67.4 in
Curb Weight3,936 lb.4,399 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.8 gal.22.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.5 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.9 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
8.5 ft323.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
13.5 ft362.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL63 AMG

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested40020%
Total Not Requested160080%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne

Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Torque vectoring / active trace control
FeatureValueRequested?
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Limited-slip rear differential300Yes
Lockable rear differential150No
Total Requested40073%
Total Not Requested15027%
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable
FeatureValueRequested?
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable1000Yes
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Total Requested1500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested15060%
Total Not Requested10040%
18-way adaptive power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested167588%
Total Not Requested22512%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Variable assist steering (optional)0No
Heated second row seats200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Sunshades, second row, power225No
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunroof900No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive, large15Yes
USB port25Yes
Unbranded, 235W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested404068%
Total Not Requested187532%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne S

Torque vectoring / active trace control
FeatureValueRequested?
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Limited-slip rear differential300Yes
Lockable rear differential150No
Total Requested40073%
Total Not Requested15027%
Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested15060%
Total Not Requested10040%
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%
18-way adaptive power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested147587%
Total Not Requested22513%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable1000Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Sunshades, second row, power225No
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Heated front seats200Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive, large15Yes
USB port25Yes
Unbranded, 235W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested534085%
Total Not Requested97515%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne S Hybrid

Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Total Requested15060%
Total Not Requested10040%
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%
18-way adaptive power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested147587%
Total Not Requested22513%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable1000Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Sunshades, second row, power225No
Rearview camera200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Heated front seats200Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive, large15Yes
USB port25Yes
Unbranded, 235W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested534085%
Total Not Requested97515%

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