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Subaru Legacy vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Subaru Legacy vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,398

Subaru Legacy 2.5i   
Difference: $25,227

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,152

Subaru Legacy 2.5i   
Difference: $23,713

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122012201320132013
ModelLegacyLegacyLegacyM-ClassM-ClassM-Class
Trim2.5i3.6R2.5GTML350ML550ML63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $19,995 $25,095 $31,595 $47,270 $58,800 $96,100
Base Invoice $18,926 $23,533 $29,442 $43,961 $54,684 $89,373
Navigation system 2,000 2,000 2,000      
Sunroof 995 995        
Limited Package 4,600 3,500        
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 186 186 186      
Illuminated door sill trim plates 319 319 319 310 310  
Cargo tray 75 75 75 100 100 100
Rear spoiler 393 393 393      
Universal garage door opener 85 85 85      
Premium 1 Package       3,700 3,700  
Metallic paint (extra cost)       720 720  
Leather seating surfaces       1,620 1,620  
Navigation system 1,668 1,668 1,668      
Sunroof 829 829        
Limited Package 4,223 3,288        
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 121 121 121      
Illuminated door sill trim plates 239 239 239 288 288  
Cargo tray 46 46 46 93 93 93
Rear spoiler 295 295 295      
Universal garage door opener 55 55 55      
Premium 1 Package       3,441 3,441  
Metallic paint (extra cost)       670 670  
Leather seating surfaces       1,507 1,507  
Options (change) 8,653 7,553 3,058 6,450 6,450 100
Options (change) 7,476 6,541 2,424 5,999 5,999 93
Destination 750 750 750 905 905 905
Total Price $29,398 $33,398 $35,403 $54,625 $66,155 $97,105
Total Invoice $27,152 $30,824 $32,616 $50,865 $61,588 $90,371

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru Legacy 2.5i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $21,452
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,198
Model Year201220122012201320132013
ModelLegacyLegacyLegacyM-ClassM-ClassM-Class
Trim2.5i3.6R2.5GTML350ML550ML63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine170hp H4256hp H6265hp H4302hp V6402hp V8518hp V8
TransmissionM6T5M6T7T7T7
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDRWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)440, 9440, 9440, 9?, 8?, 8830, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17225/50-17225/45-18255/50-19255/50-19265/45-20
Total Price$29,398$33,398$35,403$54,625$66,155$97,105
Adjustments for Features0-950-100-3,775-6,125-12,700
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,398$32,448$35,303$50,850$60,030$84,405
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,050$5,905$0$9,180$33,555
Total Invoice$27,152$30,824$32,616$50,865$61,588$90,371
Adjustments for Features0-877-92-3,515-5,702-11,819
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,152$29,947$32,524$47,350$55,886$78,552
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,795$5,372$0$8,536$31,202

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Features Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Model Year201220122012201320132013
ModelLegacyLegacyLegacyM-ClassM-ClassM-Class
Trim2.5i3.6R2.5GTML350ML550ML63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 $150   
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1000    
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1200$1200$1200
AWD$1700$1700$1700 $1700$1700
RWD   $0  
Accessories 
AC power outlet   $100$100$100
Power liftgate   $350$350$350
Proximity key     $250
Remote app   $25$25$25
Remote window/roof operation   $15$15$15
Semi-automated parking system     $500
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power   $350$350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system     $200
Driver drowsiness monitor   $150$150$150
Forward collision warning   $200$200$200
Hill descent control   $250$250$250
Knee airbag, driver   $75$75$75
Lane departure warning     $200
Obstacle detection, front     $150
Obstacle detection, rear     $250
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system   $0$0$0
Rear side airbags   $300$300$300
Rollover sensor   $50$50$50
Trailer sway control   $25$25$25
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rails   $250$250$250
Cargo area partition net   $40$40$40
Cargo cover   $75$75$75
Console with shifter$150$150$150   
Console without shifter   $150$150$150
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25   
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation   $100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles   $15$15$15
Rain-sensing wipers   $175$175$175
Rear air vents   $100$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls     $250
Rear wiper   $175$175$175
Residual heat   $50$50$50
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75$75   
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25   
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0$0  $0
Deep-tinted rear windows   $275$275$275
Hood scoop  $100   
Rear bumper protector   $40$40$40
Running boards    $350 
Infotainment 
App support   $0$0$0
CD changer, in-dash     $325
CD player$125$125$125$125$125 
In-vehicle Internet   $150$150$150
Media drive   $15$15$15
SD Card slot   $25$25$25
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25$25$25
Surround sound     $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225$225$225
Traffic + travel information   $25$25$25
Voice control for external devices   $0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror   $75$75$75
Auto-dimming headlights     $200
Chronometer     $100
Fog light, rear   $100$100$100
Fog lights$125$125$125   
Headlight washers     $50
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150   
Interior ambient lighting, configurable   $150$150$150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse   $25$25$25
Power-folding mirrors   $50$50$50
Steering-linked headlights     $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25$25$25
Xenon HID headlights     $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats     $300
Leather door panel trim     $250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150$150 
Memory system, driver seat   $200$200$200
Memory system, passenger seat     $150
Metal pedals     $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat     $150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat   $50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat     $50
Power height adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100   
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100$100
Synthetic suede steering wheel     $150
Upholstered instrument panel    $300 
Upholstered instrument panel, leather     $1000
Wood trim     $300
Wood trim, alternative type   $300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars     $500
Adaptive dampers - electrical     $500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical   $100$100 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable     $1000
Electronic systems calibration selector     $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)     $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100 $100$100$100
Total Value of Features$3,025$3,975$3,125$6,800$9,150$15,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$950$100$3,775$6,125$12,700
Value of Feature Adjustments0-877-92-3,515-5,702-11,819

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Legacy vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Model Year20122013
ModelLegacyM-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase108.3 in114.8 in
Length186.4 in189.1 in
Width71.7 in75.2 in
Height59.3 in70.7 in
Curb Weight3,401 lb.4,752 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.24.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.3 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.3 in58.5 in
Row 1 Legroom43.0 in40.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in58.4 in
Row 2 Legroom37.8 in38.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
14.7 ft336.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
14.771.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Subaru Legacy 2.5i

Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
215/50VR17 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Fog lights125No
Satellite radio200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
HD radio50Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
USB port25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested307577%
Total Not Requested90023%

Option Package Details
Subaru Legacy 3.6R

Limited Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Fog lights125No
Satellite radio200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
HD radio50Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
USB port25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested270084%
Total Not Requested50016%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350

Illuminated door sill trim plates
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Total Requested10040%
Total Not Requested15060%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Wood trim, alternative type0No
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
AC power outlet100No
Power-folding mirrors50No
iPod integration100Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested135065%
Total Not Requested71535%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML550

Illuminated door sill trim plates
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Total Requested10040%
Total Not Requested15060%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Wood trim, alternative type0No
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
AC power outlet100No
Power-folding mirrors50No
iPod integration100Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested135065%
Total Not Requested71535%

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