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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: $31,040 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | ||||||
| Difference: $21,965 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,740 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | ||||||
| Difference: $19,615 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $44,150 | $49,450 | $63,200 | $29,895 | $32,195 | $32,950 |
| Base Invoice | $41,060 | $45,988 | $58,776 | $28,670 | $30,876 | $31,600 |
| Premium II Package | 3,995 | 3,995 | 1,410 | |||
| Heating Package | 980 | 980 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | 710 | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | 720 | 720 | 720 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |||
| iPod integration | 375 | 375 | 375 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 375 | 375 | 375 | |||
| Premium II Package | 3,715 | 3,715 | 1,311 | |||
| Heating Package | 911 | 911 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 659 | 659 | 659 | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | 670 | 670 | 670 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,116 | 1,116 | 1,116 | |||
| iPod integration | 349 | 349 | 349 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | 300 | |||
| Options (change) | 7,980 | 7,980 | 4,415 | 375 | 375 | 375 |
| Options (change) | 7,420 | 7,420 | 4,105 | 300 | 300 | 300 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 770 | 770 | 770 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $53,005 | $58,305 | $69,790 | $31,040 | $33,340 | $34,095 |
| Total Invoice | $49,355 | $54,283 | $65,056 | $29,740 | $31,946 | $32,670 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,370 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,336 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 355hp V8 | 170hp I5 | 140hp I4 D | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | T7 | T6 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 380, 11 | 380, 11 | 380, 11 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 215/55-17 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $53,005 | $58,305 | $69,790 | $31,040 | $33,340 | $34,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,595 | -5,645 | -5,895 | 0 | 0 | -100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,410 | $52,660 | $63,895 | $31,040 | $33,340 | $33,995 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,250 | $15,485 | $0 | $2,300 | $2,955 |
| Total Invoice | $49,355 | $54,283 | $65,056 | $29,740 | $31,946 | $32,670 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,279 | -5,256 | -5,495 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $45,076 | $49,027 | $59,561 | $29,740 | $31,946 | $32,574 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,951 | $14,485 | $0 | $2,206 | $2,834 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $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 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $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 | |||
| 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 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $9,260 | $10,310 | $10,560 | $4,665 | $4,665 | $4,765 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,595 | $5,645 | $5,895 | $0 | $0 | $100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,279 | -5,256 | -5,495 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | SLK | Passat |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 160.7 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 70.4 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,210 lb. | 3,167 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.9 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.5 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.5 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.8 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK280
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| 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 | No |
| 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 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1490 | 50% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| 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 | No |
| 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 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1490 | 50% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 20% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 80% |
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