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Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Lexus ES 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. Lexus ES Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $43,450 Lexus ES 350 | ||||
| Difference: $11,940 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,664 Lexus ES 350 | ||||
| Difference: $10,908 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | ES |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | 350 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $44,150 | $49,450 | $63,200 | $36,725 |
| Base Invoice | $41,060 | $45,988 | $58,776 | $34,400 |
| Premium II Package | 3,995 | 3,995 | 1,410 | |
| Appearance Package | 1,300 | 1,000 | ||
| Heating Package | 980 | 980 | ||
| Lighting Package | 1,010 | 1,010 | 1,010 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | 710 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Navigation system | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| CD changer, remote | 450 | 450 | 450 | |
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | 4,065 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 330 | |||
| Heated front seats | 640 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 815 | |||
| Premium II Package | 3,715 | 3,715 | 1,311 | |
| Appearance Package | 1,209 | 930 | ||
| Heating Package | 911 | 911 | ||
| Lighting Package | 939 | 939 | 939 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 659 | 659 | 659 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 670 | 670 | 670 | |
| Navigation system | 1,116 | 1,116 | 1,116 | |
| CD changer, remote | 418 | 418 | 418 | |
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | 3,749 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 303 | |||
| Heated front seats | 588 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 749 | |||
| Options (change) | 10,365 | 10,065 | 5,500 | 5,850 |
| Options (change) | 9,637 | 9,358 | 5,113 | 5,389 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 0 |
| Total Price | $55,390 | $60,390 | $70,875 | $43,450 |
| Total Invoice | $51,572 | $56,221 | $66,064 | $40,664 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Lexus ES
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lexus ES 350 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,645 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,840 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | ES |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | 350 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 355hp V8 | 268hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 380, 11 | 380, 11 | 380, 11 | 300, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 215/55-17 |
| Total Price | $55,390 | $60,390 | $70,875 | $43,450 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,295 | -4,345 | -4,295 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $52,095 | $56,045 | $66,580 | $43,450 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,950 | $14,485 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $51,572 | $56,221 | $66,064 | $40,664 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,068 | -4,045 | -4,003 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $48,504 | $52,176 | $62,061 | $40,664 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,672 | $13,557 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Lexus ES
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | ES |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | 350 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $8,810 | $9,860 | $9,810 | $5,515 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,295 | $4,345 | $4,295 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,068 | -4,045 | -4,003 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Lexus ES
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | SLK | ES |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 109.3 in |
| Length | 160.7 in | 191.1 in |
| Width | 70.4 in | 71.1 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,210 lb. | 3,581 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.9 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.5 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 36.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.8 ft3 | 14.7 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 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2115 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 29% |
| Appearance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| 225/45ZR17 tires | 200 | No |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| 245/40ZR17 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 47% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2115 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 875 | 29% |
| Appearance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| 225/45ZR17 tires | 200 | No |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| 245/40ZR17 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 47% |
| 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
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 47% |
| 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
Lexus ES 350
| Heated front seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 67% |
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Mark Levinson, 300W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 39% |
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