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Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Audi R8 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 SLK vs. Audi R8 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $54,015 Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK280 | |||||
| Difference: $66,335 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $50,294 Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK280 | |||||
| Difference: $61,863 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | R8 | R8 |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | 4.2 | 5.2 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $44,150 | $49,450 | $63,200 | $114,200 | $146,000 |
| Base Invoice | $41,060 | $45,988 | $58,776 | $106,206 | $135,780 |
| Premium II Package | 3,995 | 3,995 | 1,410 | ||
| Heating Package | 980 | 980 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,010 | 1,010 | 1,010 | ||
| iPod integration | 375 | 375 | 375 | 100 | 0 |
| Navigation system | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 2,100 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | 710 | 650 | 650 |
| Premium II Package | 3,715 | 3,715 | 1,311 | ||
| Heating Package | 911 | 911 | |||
| Lighting Package | 939 | 939 | 939 | ||
| iPod integration | 349 | 349 | 349 | 93 | 0 |
| Navigation system | 1,116 | 1,116 | 1,116 | 1,953 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 659 | 659 | 659 | 605 | 605 |
| Options (change) | 8,990 | 8,990 | 5,425 | 2,850 | 650 |
| Options (change) | 8,359 | 8,359 | 5,044 | 2,651 | 605 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 1,200 | 1,200 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 2,100 | 3,000 |
| Total Price | $54,015 | $59,315 | $70,800 | $120,350 | $150,850 |
| Total Invoice | $50,294 | $55,222 | $65,995 | $112,157 | $140,585 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Audi R8
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK280 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $72,165 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $67,291 | |||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | R8 | R8 |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | 4.2 | 5.2 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 355hp V8 | 420hp V8 | 525hp V10 |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | T7 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 380, 11 | 380, 11 | 380, 11 | 140, 7 | 465, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 235/35-19 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $54,015 | $59,315 | $70,800 | $120,350 | $150,850 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,830 | -6,880 | -7,130 | 0 | -1,790 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,185 | $52,435 | $63,670 | $120,350 | $149,060 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,250 | $15,485 | $0 | $28,710 |
| Total Invoice | $50,294 | $55,222 | $65,995 | $112,157 | $140,585 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,428 | -6,405 | -6,646 | 0 | -1,668 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,866 | $48,817 | $59,349 | $112,157 | $138,917 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,951 | $14,483 | $0 | $26,760 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Audi R8
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | R8 | R8 |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | 4.2 | 5.2 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Bright-finished fuel door | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | $400 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $9,905 | $10,955 | $11,205 | $4,075 | $5,865 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,830 | $6,880 | $7,130 | $0 | $1,790 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,428 | -6,405 | -6,646 | 0 | -1,668 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Audi R8
| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 |
| Model | SLK | R8 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 160.7 in | 174.5 in |
| Width | 70.4 in | 75.0 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 49.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,210 lb. | 3,606 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 23.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.9 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 54.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.5 in | 41.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.8 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK280
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 2100 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 890 | 30% |
| Heating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 43% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 2100 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 890 | 30% |
| Heating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 43% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 17% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 53% |
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