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Volkswagen Touareg vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volkswagen Touareg vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $41,640

Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250   
Difference: $14,325

Lowest Total Invoice: $38,789

Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250   
Difference: $14,477

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012201220142014
ModelTouaregTouaregTouaregCLACLA
TrimVR6 FSIV6 TDIV6 TSI HybridCLA250CLA45 AMG
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $43,375 $46,875 $61,410 $29,900 $47,450
Base Invoice $41,251 $44,579 $58,400 $27,807 $44,129
Executive Package 11,720 11,720      
Obstacle detection, rear       970 970
Multimedia Package       2,370 2,370
Premium 1 Package       2,300 2,300
Interior Package       1,500 1,500
Xenon HID headlights       850  
Sunroof, large       1,480 1,480
Wood trim       325 325
Rear spoiler       300 300
Metallic paint (extra cost)       720 720
Executive Package 11,145 11,145      
Obstacle detection, rear       902 902
Multimedia Package       2,204 2,204
Premium 1 Package       2,139 2,139
Interior Package       1,395 1,395
Xenon HID headlights       791  
Sunroof, large       1,376 1,376
Wood trim       302 302
Rear spoiler       279 279
Metallic paint (extra cost)       669 669
Options (change) 11,720 11,720 0 10,815 9,965
Options (change) 11,145 11,145 0 10,057 9,266
Destination 870 870 870 925 925
Total Price $55,965 $59,465 $62,280 $41,640 $58,340
Total Invoice $53,266 $56,594 $59,270 $38,789 $54,320

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Touareg vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,185
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,440
Model Year20122012201220142014
ModelTouaregTouaregTouaregCLACLA
TrimVR6 FSIV6 TDIV6 TSI HybridCLA250CLA45 AMG
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine280hp V6225hp V6 D380hp V6 H208hp I4355hp I4
TransmissionT8T8T8S7S7
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)620, 12620, 12?, 8450, 12450, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)265/50-19265/50-19265/50-19225/45-17235/40-18
Total Price$55,965$59,465$62,280$41,640$58,340
Adjustments for Features-2,140-2,140-2,1900-2,525
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$53,825$57,325$60,090$41,640$55,815
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,500$6,265$0$14,175
Total Invoice$53,266$56,594$59,270$38,789$54,320
Adjustments for Features-2,037-2,037-2,0840-2,351
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$51,229$54,557$57,186$38,789$51,969
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,328$5,957$0$13,180

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Features Comparison: Volkswagen Touareg vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year20122012201220142014
ModelTouaregTouaregTouaregCLACLA
TrimVR6 FSIV6 TDIV6 TSI HybridCLA250CLA45 AMG
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300$1300  
7-speed automated manual   $1200$1200
AWD$1700$1700$1700 $1700
FWD   $0 
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100$100  
Heated steering wheel$100$100$100  
Power liftgate$350$350$350  
Proximity key$250$250$250  
Remote app   $25$25
Remote window/roof operation   $15$15
Semi-automated parking system   $500$500
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power  $350  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0  
Driver drowsiness monitor   $150$150
Forward collision warning   $200$200
Hill descent control$250$250$250  
Knee airbag, driver   $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger   $75$75
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system   $0$0
Temporary spare tire$150$150   
Tires, run-flat   $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based    $100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50  
Cargo cover$75$75$75  
Console with shifter$150$150$150 $150
Console without shifter   $150 
Rear seat pass-through$100$100$100  
Roof rails$250$250$250  
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50$50  
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100  
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15  
Rear wiper$175$175$175  
Residual heat$50$50$50  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150$150$150
Dual-mode exhaust    $250
Exterior 
Body kit    $0
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275$275  
Front splitter spoiler    $200
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200  
Rear bumper protector$40$40$40  
Sunroof, large   $1100$1100
Infotainment 
App support   $0$0
Aux input   $50$50
CD changer, in-dash   $325$325
CD player$125$125$125  
In-vehicle Internet   $150$150
iPod integration$100$100$100  
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25$25
Surround sound$250$250 $250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225$225
Traffic + travel information   $25$25
Traffic information$25$25$25  
USB port   $25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror   $75$75
Chronometer    $100
Compass$0$0$0  
Cornering lights$50$50$50  
Fog light, rear   $100$100
Fog lights$125$125$125  
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse   $25$25
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates  $100$100$100
Heated second row seats$200$200$200  
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75$75$75  
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75$75  
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat   $50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat   $50$50
Memory system, passenger seat   $150$150
Metal pedals  $75 $75
Power release, second row seats$50$50$50  
Upholstered instrument panel   $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)    $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Transmission 
Launch control    $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100$100
Total Value of Features$8,205$8,205$8,255$6,065$8,590
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,140$2,140$2,190$0$2,525
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,037-2,037-2,0840-2,351

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Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Touareg vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year20122014
ModelTouaregCLA
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.9 in106.3 in
Length188.8 in182.3 in
Width76.4 in70.0 in
Height68.2 in56.6 in
Curb Weight4,712 lb.3,263 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.8 in56.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in40.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.9 in35.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.7 in53.2 in
Row 2 Legroom34.9 in27.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
32.1 ft313.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
70.9 ft313.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Volkswagen Touareg VR6 FSI

Executive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
275/45HR20 tires400No
Dynaudio, 620W, 12 speakers350No
Heated second row seats200No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Proximity key250No
Power release, second row seats50No
Wood trim300Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Total Requested321556%
Total Not Requested255044%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Touareg V6 TDI

Executive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
275/45HR20 tires400No
Dynaudio, 620W, 12 speakers350No
Heated second row seats200No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Proximity key250No
Power release, second row seats50No
Wood trim300Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Total Requested321556%
Total Not Requested255044%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
LED tail lights (optional)0No
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested96587%
Total Not Requested15013%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Surround sound250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested132576%
Total Not Requested42524%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Remote window/roof operation15No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Total Requested90068%
Total Not Requested41532%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested96587%
Total Not Requested15013%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Surround sound250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested132576%
Total Not Requested42524%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Remote window/roof operation15No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Total Requested90068%
Total Not Requested41532%

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