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Volkswagen Passat vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class 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.
Volkswagen Passat vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $43,240 Volkswagen Passat VR6 | |||||
| Difference: $16,275 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,318 Volkswagen Passat VR6 | |||||
| Difference: $15,097 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Passat | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | VR6 | ML250 BlueTEC | ML350 | ML400 | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $39,200 | $49,800 | $48,300 | $62,900 | $98,400 |
| Base Invoice | $36,669 | $46,314 | $44,919 | $58,497 | $91,512 |
| Heated front seats | 225 | ||||
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 420 | 420 | 420 | 420 |
| iPod integration | 0 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,800 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | 975 | ||||
| Lighting Package | 1,390 | 1,390 | 1,390 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,030 | 4,030 | |||
| Convenience Package | 580 | 580 | 490 | 580 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 310 | 310 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| Special order charge | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 970 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | |||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,800 | 1,950 | |||
| Heated front seats | 199 | ||||
| Rear side airbags | 310 | 391 | 391 | 391 | 391 |
| iPod integration | 0 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,589 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | 861 | ||||
| Lighting Package | 1,293 | 1,293 | 1,293 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,748 | 3,748 | |||
| Convenience Package | 539 | 539 | 456 | 539 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 288 | 288 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||
| Special order charge | 233 | 233 | 233 | 233 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 902 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | |||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,744 | 1,814 | |||
| Options (change) | 3,350 | 10,290 | 10,290 | 7,040 | 3,200 |
| Options (change) | 2,959 | 9,571 | 9,571 | 6,689 | 2,977 |
| Destination | 690 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $43,240 | $61,015 | $59,515 | $70,865 | $102,525 |
| Total Invoice | $40,318 | $56,810 | $55,415 | $66,111 | $95,414 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat VR6 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,055 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,028 | |||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Passat | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | VR6 | ML250 BlueTEC | ML350 | ML400 | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 280hp V6 | 200hp I4 D | 302hp V6 | 329hp V6 | 518hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 10 | ?, 8 | ?, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 255/55-18 | 255/50-19 | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 |
| Total Price | $43,240 | $61,015 | $59,515 | $70,865 | $102,525 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,720 | -2,020 | -6,320 | -10,645 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $43,240 | $57,295 | $57,495 | $64,545 | $91,880 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $200 | $7,250 | $34,585 |
| Total Invoice | $40,318 | $56,810 | $55,415 | $66,111 | $95,414 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,464 | -1,881 | -5,896 | -9,907 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,318 | $53,346 | $53,534 | $60,215 | $85,507 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $188 | $6,869 | $32,161 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Passat | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | VR6 | ML250 BlueTEC | ML350 | ML400 | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| RWD | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | |||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |||
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | |||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | |||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | ||||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | $150 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Metal accent plate, lower front fascia | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Infotainment | |||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | ||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $5,290 | $9,010 | $7,310 | $11,610 | $15,935 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,720 | $2,020 | $6,320 | $10,645 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,464 | -1,881 | -5,896 | -9,907 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 |
| Model | Passat | M-Class |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 114.8 in |
| Length | 188.0 in | 189.1 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 75.2 in |
| Height | 59.7 in | 70.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,474 lb. | 4,752 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 24.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.3 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.6 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.6 in | 58.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.7 in | 38.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.8 ft3 | 36.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.7 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML250 BlueTEC
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 815 | 39% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 815 | 39% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML400
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 25% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML63 AMG
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 225 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 100% |
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