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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: $30,663

Subaru Legacy 2.5i   
Difference: $29,962

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,234

Subaru Legacy 2.5i   
Difference: $28,210

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2013201220122012
ModelLegacyM-ClassM-ClassM-Class
Trim2.5iML350ML550ML63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $20,295 $48,990 $57,590 $94,990
Base Invoice $19,201 $45,561 $53,559 $88,341
Navigation system 1,650      
Sunroof 995      
Limited Package 4,600      
Eyesight Driver Assist System 1,295      
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 186      
Illuminated door sill trim plates 319      
Cargo tray 75 100 100 100
Universal garage door opener 85      
Rear spoiler 393      
Driver Assistance Package   2,950 2,950 2,100
Premium 2 Package   5,370 5,370  
Leather seating surfaces   1,620 1,620  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720  
Navigation system 1,376      
Sunroof 829      
Limited Package 4,223      
Eyesight Driver Assist System 1,079      
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 121      
Illuminated door sill trim plates 239      
Cargo tray 46 93 93 93
Universal garage door opener 55      
Rear spoiler 295      
Driver Assistance Package   2,744 2,744 1,953
Premium 2 Package   4,994 4,994  
Leather seating surfaces   1,507 1,507  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   670 670  
Options (change) 9,598 10,760 10,760 2,200
Options (change) 8,263 10,008 10,008 2,046
Destination 770 875 875 875
Total Price $30,663 $60,625 $69,225 $98,065
Total Invoice $28,234 $56,444 $64,442 $91,262

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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: $24,037
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $22,694
Model Year2013201220122012
ModelLegacyM-ClassM-ClassM-Class
Trim2.5iML350ML550ML63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine173hp H4302hp V6402hp V8518hp V8
TransmissionM6T7T7T7
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)440, 9830, 14830, 14830, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/50-17255/50-19255/50-19265/45-20
Total Price$30,663$60,625$69,225$98,065
Adjustments for Features0-5,925-6,275-12,200
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,663$54,700$62,950$85,865
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$8,250$31,165
Total Invoice$28,234$56,444$64,442$91,262
Adjustments for Features0-5,516-5,841-11,354
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,234$50,928$58,601$79,908
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$7,673$28,980

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

Model Year2013201220122012
ModelLegacyM-ClassM-ClassM-Class
Trim2.5iML350ML550ML63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150   
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200$1200$1200
AWD$1700$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100$100$100
Adaptive cruise control$600   
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850$850$850
Lead vehicle start alert$25   
Power liftgate $350$350$350
Proximity key $250$250$250
Remote window/roof operation $15$15$15
Semi-automated parking system   $500
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350$350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200   
Blind spot collision prevention $150$150$150
Blind spot warning system $200$200$200
Driver drowsiness monitor $150$150$150
Hill descent control $250$250$250
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75
Lane departure prevention $150$150$150
Lane sway warning$25   
Obstacle detection, front   $150
Obstacle detection, rear   $250
Pedestrian detection$50   
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   
Console without shifter $150$150$150
Overhead sunglass holder$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$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls   $250
Rear wiper $175$175$175
Residual heat $50$50$50
Variable intermittent wipers$75   
Wiper de-icer$25   
Exterior 
Body kit$0  $0
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275$275
Rear bumper protector $40$40$40
Running boards  $350 
Infotainment 
App support$0   
CD changer, in-dash   $325
CD player$125$125$125 
Media drive $15$15$15
SD Card slot $25$25$25
Surround sound $250$250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200$200
Traffic + travel information$25   
Traffic information $25$25$25
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   
Headlight washers   $50
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 
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$50$50
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100   
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Synthetic suede steering wheel   $150
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
Total Value of Features$3,900$9,825$10,175$16,100
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,925$6,275$12,200
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,516-5,841-11,354

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

Model Year20132012
ModelLegacyM-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase108.3 in114.8 in
Length187.2 in189.1 in
Width71.7 in75.2 in
Height59.3 in70.7 in
Curb Weight3,316 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?
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
Upgraded instruments0No
Rear air vents100Yes
HD radio50Yes
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
215/50VR17 tires400No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
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
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Total Requested302577%
Total Not Requested90023%
Eyesight Driver Assist System
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Lane sway warning system25No
Lead vehicle start alert25No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested105078%
Total Not Requested30022%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Wood trim, alternative type0No
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested60033%
Total Not Requested120067%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Storage beneath cargo floor100No
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 830W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
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
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested162552%
Total Not Requested149048%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML550

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Wood trim, alternative type0No
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested60033%
Total Not Requested120067%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Storage beneath cargo floor100No
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 830W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
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
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested162552%
Total Not Requested149048%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML63 AMG

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested40029%
Total Not Requested100071%

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