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Porsche Cayenne vs. Mercedes-Benz SL Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Porsche Cayenne vs. Mercedes-Benz SL Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $82,110

Porsche Cayenne   
Difference: $66,285

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2018201820182018201820182012
ModelCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneSL
TrimBasePlatinum EditionSGTSTurboTurbo SSL63 AMG
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Hardtop conv.
Base Price $60,600 $66,700 $77,400 $98,600 $118,100 $161,600 $140,440
18-way adaptive power front seats 310 2,210 310 310      
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable 3,990 3,990 3,990        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 800 800 800 800      
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 3,660 3,660 3,660        
Voice control for nav and audio 0 0 0 0 0 0  
Proximity key 890 890 890 890 890 890  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 1,110   1,110 1,110 1,110 1,110 1,000
Synthetic suede headliner 1,690 1,690 1,690        
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 2,310 2,310 2,310 2,310 2,310 2,310  
Premium Package 5,700   4,100 2,920      
Comfort Lighting Package   330     330 330  
Cooled or ventilated front seats   790     790 790  
Wood trim           0 0
Obstacle detection, rear             1,180
Adaptive cruise control             2,300
18-way adaptive power front seats 0 0 0 0      
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable 0 0 0        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 0 0 0      
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 0 0 0        
Voice control for nav and audio 0 0 0 0 0 0  
Proximity key 0 0 0 0 0 0  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 0   0 0 0 0 930
Synthetic suede headliner 0 0 0        
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 0 0 0 0 0 0  
Premium Package 0   0 0      
Comfort Lighting Package   0     0 0  
Cooled or ventilated front seats   0     0 0  
Wood trim           0 0
Obstacle detection, rear             1,097
Adaptive cruise control             2,139
Options (change) 20,460 16,670 18,860 8,340 5,430 5,430 4,480
Options (change) 0 0 0 0 0 0 4,166
Destination 1,050 1,050 1,050 1,050 1,050 1,050 875
Gas Tax 0 0 0 0 0 0 2,600
Total Price $82,110 $84,420 $97,310 $107,990 $124,580 $168,080 $148,395

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Cayenne vs. Mercedes-Benz SL

Lowest Adjusted Price: Porsche Cayenne
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Cayenne Turbo S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $63,185
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $134,145
Model Year2018201820182018201820182012
ModelCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneSL
TrimBasePlatinum EditionSGTSTurboTurbo SSL63 AMG
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Hardtop conv.
Engine300hp V6300hp V6420hp V6440hp V6520hp V8570hp V8518hp V8
TransmissionT8T8T8T8T8T8T7
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDAWDAWDAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 10665, 14100, 10100, 10665, 14665, 14510, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/55-18275/45-20265/50-19275/45-20265/50-19295/35-21255/35-19
Total Price$82,110$84,420$97,310$107,990$124,580$168,080$148,395
Adjustments for Features-2250-225-900-1,250-6,950-3,325
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$81,885$84,420$97,085$107,090$123,330$161,130$145,070
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,535$15,200$25,205$41,445$79,245$0

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Features Comparison: Porsche Cayenne vs. Mercedes-Benz SL

Model Year2018201820182018201820182012
ModelCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneSL
TrimBasePlatinum EditionSGTSTurboTurbo SSL63 AMG
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Hardtop conv.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300$1300$1300$1300$1300 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic      $1200
AWD$1700$1700$1700$1700$1700$1700 
RWD      $0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control      $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850$850$850$850 
Air compressor$35$35$35$35$35$35 
Power liftgate$350$350$350$350$350$350 
Power rear side windows$200$200$200$200$200$200 
Power trunk closer      $350
Remote app $25     
Remote window/roof operation      $15
Wind blocker, small      $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats      $0
Auto-raising roll bars / headrests      $500
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200$200$200 
Ceramic brake rotors     $4000 
Forward collision warning$200$200$200$200$200$200 
Hill descent control$250$250$250$250$250$250 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0$0$0$0 
Rear side airbags$300$300$300$300$300$300 
Rearview camera$200 $200$200   
Rollover sensor$50$50$50$50$50$50 
Secondary collision brake assist$25$25$25$25$25$25 
Side curtain airbags$350$350$350$350$350$350 
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150 $150 $150
Torque vectoring, brake-based     $100 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75$75$75$75$75$75 
Cargo net$40$40$40$40$40$40 
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Rear seat pass-through$100$100$100$100$100$100 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100$100$100 
Rear wiper$175$175$175$175$175$175 
Water-repellent front-door glass$15$15$15$15$15$15 
Wiper de-icer      $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential     $300 
Lockable center differential$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Lockable rear differential     $150 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable   $500   
Regenerative braking    $0$0 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0$0$0$0$0$0 
Black exterior trim (optional) $0 $0 $0 
Body kit   $0  $0
Bodyside cladding$350$350$350$350$350$350 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275$275$275$275$275 
Larger rear spoiler   $200   
Painted brake calipers (optional)   $0   
Power retractable hardtop      $6750
Rear spoiler$200$200$200 $200$200 
Sunroof$900 $900$900$900$900 
Wheel-lip moldings $75 $75 $75 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0     
App support $0     
Apple CarPlay support $100     
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25$25$25$25 
CD changer, in-dash      $325
CD player$125$125$125$125$125$125 
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0$0$0$0$0$0 
DVD-compatible player      $0
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200$200$200 
In-vehicle Internet $150     
iPod integration      $100
Navigation map updates, three years $0     
Off-road navigation system$0$0$0$0$0$0 
SD Card slot      $25
Surround sound $250  $250$250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200    $200
Traffic + travel information    $25$25 
Traffic information $25    $25
USB port$25$25$25$25$25$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot $50     
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25$25$25$25  
Auto-dimming headlights     $200 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75$75$75$75 
Boost gauge   $75$75$75 
Chronometer     $100 
LED headlights    $1000$1000 
Performance meter     $150 
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50$50$50$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors      $25
Xenon HID headlights$500$500$500$500  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim   $100$100  
Automatic seat bolsters, driver$300$300$300$300$300$300 
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger$300$300$300$300$300$300 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50$50$50$50 
Folding second row seats$300$300$300$300$300$300 
Heated second row seats    $200$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75$75$75$75$75$75 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75$75$75$75$75 
Massage, driver seat      $100
Massage, passenger seat      $100
Metal pedals   $75$75$75$75
Neck-level heating, front seats      $150
No leather in second row      $-300
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat      $50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat      $50
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat      $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat      $100
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat$100$100$100$100$100$100 
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat$100$100$100$100$100$100 
Synthetic suede steering wheel      $150
Wood trim     $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars     $500 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500$500$500$500$500 
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable      $4000
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000$1000$1000$1000$1000$1000 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200$200$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0  $0
Transmission 
Launch control     $100$100
Total Value of Features$13,015$12,790$13,015$13,690$14,040$19,740$16,115
Value of Feature Adjustments$225$0$225$900$1,250$6,950$3,325
Value of Feature Adjustments-30-2-9-11-43-3,098

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Specifications Comparison: Porsche Cayenne vs. Mercedes-Benz SL

Model Year20182012
ModelCayenneSL
Body4dr SUV2dr Hardtop conv.
Wheelbase114.0 in100.8 in
Length191.1 in180.4 in
Width78.7 in71.5 in
Height67.4 in51.1 in
Curb Weight4,489 lb.4,221 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.4 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom0.0 in37.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room0.0 in54.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.9 in
Row 1 Legroom0.0 in42.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
23.7 ft37.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
62.9 ft310.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne

18-way adaptive power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Total Requested167588%
Total Not Requested22512%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Sunroof900No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
Variable assist steering (optional)0No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested250068%
Total Not Requested120032%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne Platinum Edition

18-way adaptive power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Total Requested157588%
Total Not Requested22512%
Comfort Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested15086%
Total Not Requested2514%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne S

18-way adaptive power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested147587%
Total Not Requested22513%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Rearview camera200No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Total Requested190086%
Total Not Requested30014%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne GTS

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Rearview camera200No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested165085%
Total Not Requested30015%
18-way adaptive power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Total Requested147587%
Total Not Requested22513%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL63 AMG

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%

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