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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Tesla Model S Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Tesla Model S Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $68,570 Tesla Model S | ||||||
| Difference: $20,445 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | Model S | Model S |
| Trim | SL400 | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG | Base | Performance |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $84,000 | $106,900 | $148,050 | $215,250 | $67,400 | $92,400 |
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | 4,090 | 4,090 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Tech Package | 3,750 | 3,750 | ||||
| Nappa Leather | 1,500 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 750 | 750 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | 1,500 | |||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | 3,804 | 3,804 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Tech Package | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Nappa Leather | 0 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | 0 | |||||
| Options (change) | 4,090 | 4,090 | 0 | 0 | 7,500 | 4,500 |
| Options (change) | 3,804 | 3,804 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 1,170 | 1,170 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | -7,500 | -7,500 |
| Total Price | $89,015 | $111,915 | $148,975 | $217,475 | $68,570 | $90,570 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Tesla Model S
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Tesla Model S | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,010 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $77,605 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | Model S | Model S |
| Trim | SL400 | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG | Base | Performance |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 329hp V6 | 429hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 621hp V12 | 302hp E | 416hp E |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | A1 | A1 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 11 | 600, 11 | 600, 11 | 900, 12 | 200, 7 | 200, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-18 | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 245/45-19 | 245/35-21 |
| Total Price | $89,015 | $111,915 | $148,975 | $217,475 | $68,570 | $90,570 |
| Adjustments for Features | -12,435 | -15,485 | -16,960 | -23,260 | 0 | -975 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $76,580 | $96,430 | $132,015 | $194,215 | $68,570 | $89,595 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $19,850 | $55,435 | $117,635 | $0 | $21,025 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Tesla Model S
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | Model S | Model S |
| Trim | SL400 | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG | Base | Performance |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | $800 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power door closers | $300 | |||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||
| Wind blocker, power small | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |||||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||||
| Night vision | $1750 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Adaptive windshield washer system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| 10 kW onboard charger | $750 | $750 | ||||
| 60 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||
| 85 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| DC quick-charging capability, free proprietary network | $1000 | |||||
| High-performance inverter | $0 | |||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| 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 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Carbon fiber trim | $200 | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Leather headliner | $1000 | |||||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $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 thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $17,930 | $20,980 | $22,455 | $28,755 | $5,495 | $6,470 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $12,435 | $15,485 | $16,960 | $23,260 | $0 | $975 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -11,574 | -14,410 | -15,780 | -21,649 | 0 | 68 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Tesla Model S
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | Model S |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 101.8 in | 116.5 in |
| Length | 181.8 in | 196.0 in |
| Width | 73.9 in | 77.3 in |
| Height | 51.8 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,936 lb. | 4,648 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 0.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.5 in | 57.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.9 in | 42.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 35.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 35.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.5 ft3 | 31.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.5 ft3 | 63.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 10 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2060 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 17% |
| Nappa Leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1850 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S Performance
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 10 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1860 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 19% |
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