Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
Model | SLC | SLC |
Trim | SLC300 | AMG SLC43 |
Engines | ||
Transmissions | ||
Drivetrains | ||
Tires | ||
Audio Systems | ||
Accessories | ||
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value. | ||
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available. | ||
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket. | ||
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee. | ||
Can turn on air conditioning system remotely using the key fob, to cool down the car before getting into it. Some also enable this with heat. | ||
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob. | ||
Remote start the car using a phone-based app. Complimentary for at least three years. | ||
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob. | ||
Automatically steers the vehicle into a parking space. Driver operates the transmission, and sometimes also the brake and accelerator. | ||
Homelink. | ||
Removable or foldable barrier extends upward behind the front seatbacks, preventing cold air from entering the front seat area. | ||
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
Rear disc brakes. | ||
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common. | ||
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars. | ||
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time. | ||
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking. | ||
Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions. | ||
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot. | ||
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes. | ||
Warns when driver is drowsy and needs to pull over. | ||
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly. | ||
Mandatory, in all cars. | ||
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle. | ||
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane. | ||
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid. | ||
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid. | ||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||
Prepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat | ||
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system. | ||
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row. | ||
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning). | ||
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire. | ||
Uses the brakes to channel torque to the outside wheels and counteract understeer. Similar to stability control, but proactive, and acting to improve cornering performance rather than prevent loss of control. | ||
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction. | ||
Additional features for stability control, such as performance calibration. | ||
Cargo Management | ||
Climate Control | ||
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value. | ||
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features. | ||
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor. | ||
Drivetrain | ||
When one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction. | ||
Engine / Motor | ||
No value because no way to compare across models. | ||
Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system. | ||
Valves open in the exhaust at high rpm and/or during brisk acceleration, for power boost and/or richer sound. Valves can also be opened with a switch. | ||
Exterior | ||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust. | ||
One or more glass panels in the roof that cannot be opened or removed. | ||
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler. | ||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||
Infotainment | ||
Requires compatible Android phone. | ||
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years. | ||
Requires compatible Apple iPhone. | ||
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone. | ||
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers. | ||
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data. | ||
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees. | ||
Connects car to the Internet to update systems, download information, and/or browse. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee. | ||
Built-in drive with at least 10 GB of storage for MP3 and other audio files. | ||
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files. | ||
Screen-based navigation system. | ||
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply. | ||
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader. | ||
In BMWs includes baseplate in center console that provides a connection to an external antenna, but that requires an additional adapter. | ||
Converts text messages to speech. | ||
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system plus turn-by-turn navigation (no map display). For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months. | ||
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months. | ||
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls. | ||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system. | ||
Provides Wi-Fi within the car. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee. | ||
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||
High beams automatically turned on and off. | ||
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle. | ||
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights. | ||
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it. | ||
Make it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog. | ||
Clears ice and fog from mirrors. | ||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. | ||
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior. Can change the colors of the lights. | ||
LED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types. | ||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||
Front row reading lights. | ||
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb. | ||
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked. | ||
Includes value of manual remote mirrors. | ||
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots. | ||
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned. | ||
Reports engine speed. | ||
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats. | ||
Seats and Interior Trim | ||
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together. | ||
Won't be listed in conjunction with wood or aluminum trim even if they are available together. | ||
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette. | ||
Neck-level heat vents. | ||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out. | ||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment. | ||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe. | ||
Suede-like trim on the door panels. | ||
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede. | ||
Synthetic suede steering wheel rim. | ||
No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models. | ||
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. | ||
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
Shocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting. | ||
Same value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models. | ||
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration. | ||
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models. | ||
Steering ratio gets quicker the farther the wheel is turned. | ||
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels. | ||
Transmission | ||
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission. |
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