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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG vs. Audi A8 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG vs. Audi A8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $90,375

Audi A8 A8   
Difference: $106,800

Lowest Total Invoice: $84,113

Audi A8 A8   
Difference: $99,440

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012
ModelSLS AMGA8
TrimBaseA8
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $189,600 $78,750
Base Invoice $176,328 $73,237
Adaptive dampers - electrical 2,500  
Wood trim, alternative type 2,500  
Convenience Package   2,900
Full Leather Package   7,100
Sunshades, second row, power   750
Adaptive dampers - electrical 2,325  
Wood trim, alternative type 2,325  
Convenience Package   2,698
Full Leather Package   6,604
Sunshades, second row, power   699
Options (change) 5,000 10,750
Options (change) 4,650 10,001
Destination 875 875
Gas Tax 1,700 0
Total Price $197,175 $90,375
Total Invoice $183,553 $84,113

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG vs. Audi A8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A8 A8
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $112,435
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $104,685
Model Year20122012
ModelSLS AMGA8
TrimBaseA8
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine563hp V8372hp V8
TransmissionT7T8
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6630, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)265/35-19255/45-19
Total Price$197,175$90,375
Adjustments for Features0-5,635
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$197,175$84,740
Total Invoice$183,553$84,113
Adjustments for Features0-5,245
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$183,553$78,868

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG vs. Audi A8

Model Year20122012
ModelSLS AMGA8
TrimBaseA8
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Power door closers $300
Power rear side windows $200
Power trunk closer $350
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Sunshades, second row, power $225
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system$200 
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system $0
Full-size spare tire $225
Rear side airbags $300
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo net$40 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100
Wiper de-icer$25 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Bright-finished fuel door$100 
Retractable rear spoiler$400 
Sunroof $900
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Handwriting recognition $200
iPod integration$100 
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Fog lights $125
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates $100
Metal pedals$75 
No leather in second row$-300 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row $25
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat $100
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat $100
Wood trim $300
Wood trim, alternative type$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable $1000
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Launch control$100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$3,515$9,150
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,635
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,245

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG vs. Audi A8

Model Year20122012
ModelSLS AMGA8
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase105.5 in117.8 in
Length182.6 in202.2 in
Width76.3 in76.7 in
Height49.3 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,572 lb.4,410 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.23.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in37.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.4 in59.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room63.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in57.8 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in38.7 in
Cargo Volume6.2 ft313.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A8 A8

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power door closers300No
Power decklid350No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested85057%
Total Not Requested65043%
Full Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Synthetic suede headliner650Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather700Yes
Total Requested1600100%
Total Not Requested00%

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