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Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Volkswagen Passat 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. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $40,894 Volkswagen Passat VR6 | ||||
| Difference: $13,121 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $37,775 Volkswagen Passat VR6 | ||||
| Difference: $12,519 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Passat |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | VR6 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $44,150 | $49,450 | $63,200 | $36,050 |
| Base Invoice | $41,060 | $45,988 | $58,776 | $33,597 |
| Heating Package | 980 | 980 | ||
| Lighting Package | 1,010 | 1,010 | 1,010 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | 710 | |
| iPod integration | 375 | 375 | 375 | 0 |
| Automatic climate control, front | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Navigation system | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,800 |
| Premium II Package | 3,995 | 3,995 | 1,410 | |
| Heated front seats | 225 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 479 | |||
| Body kit | 1,650 | |||
| Heating Package | 911 | 911 | ||
| Lighting Package | 939 | 939 | 939 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 659 | 659 | 659 | |
| iPod integration | 349 | 349 | 349 | 0 |
| Automatic climate control, front | 670 | 670 | 670 | |
| Navigation system | 1,116 | 1,116 | 1,116 | 1,589 |
| Premium II Package | 3,715 | 3,715 | 1,311 | |
| Heated front seats | 199 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 310 | |||
| Body kit | 1,390 | |||
| Options (change) | 8,990 | 8,990 | 5,425 | 4,154 |
| Options (change) | 8,359 | 8,359 | 5,044 | 3,488 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 690 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 0 |
| Total Price | $54,015 | $59,315 | $70,800 | $40,894 |
| Total Invoice | $50,294 | $55,222 | $65,995 | $37,775 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat VR6 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,926 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,613 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Passat |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | VR6 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 355hp V8 | 280hp 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 | 600, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $54,015 | $59,315 | $70,800 | $40,894 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,195 | -5,245 | -5,495 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $49,820 | $54,070 | $65,305 | $40,894 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,250 | $15,485 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $50,294 | $55,222 | $65,995 | $37,775 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,906 | -4,883 | -5,122 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $46,388 | $50,339 | $60,873 | $37,775 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,951 | $14,485 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Passat |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | VR6 |
| 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 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | |||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |||
| Surround sound | $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 | |
| 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 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| 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 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $9,110 | $10,160 | $10,410 | $4,915 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,195 | $5,245 | $5,495 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,906 | -4,883 | -5,122 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | Passat |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 106.7 in |
| Length | 160.7 in | 188.2 in |
| Width | 70.4 in | 71.7 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 58.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,210 lb. | 3,306 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.9 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.5 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 37.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.8 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK280
| 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% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| 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 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 1875 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 1115 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| 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% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| 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 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 1875 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 1115 | 37% |
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 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat VR6
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 126% |
| Total Not Requested | -125 | -26% |
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