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Lexus IS vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Price Comparison

Lexus IS vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class Price Comparison:
Lexus IS vs Mercedes-Benz E-Class Price Comparison:

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For the Lexus IS vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the IS vs. E-Class Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the IS and E-Class will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550's price is $1,450 lower than the Lexus IS F's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the IS vs. E-Class Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550, the Lexus IS F includes additional features worth $0. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, after a $1875 adjustment for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550's additional features, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550 is $1,450 less than the Lexus IS F.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 1,450
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 1,252
Model Year20122007
ModelISE-Class
TrimFE550
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine416hp V8382hp V8
TransmissionT8T7
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/23 MPG15/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers300, 14420, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)x-245/45-17
Total Price66,70067,125
Adjustments for Features0-1,875
Feature-Adjusted Total Price66,70065,250
Total Invoice62,05562,550
Adjustments for Features0-1,747
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice62,05560,803

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Invoice Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Price Comparison (MSRP): Lexus IS vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class

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.

Lowest Total Price: Lexus IS F
Difference: 425
Lowest Total Invoice: Lexus IS F
Difference: 495
Model Year20122007
ModelISE-Class
TrimFE550
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price61,30059,000
Base Invoice57,00954,870
Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg.3,925 
Obstacle detection, rear5001,110
Headlight washers100 
Premium II Package 1,900
Premium I Package 2,840
Voice control for nav and audio 500
Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. 0
Obstacle detection, rear 1,032
Headlight washers 0
Premium II Package 1,767
Premium I Package 2,641
Voice control for nav and audio 465
Total options4,5256,350
Total options4,1715,905
Destination875775
Gas Tax01,000
Total Price66,70067,125
Total Invoice62,05562,550

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Features Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Model Year20122007
ModelISE-Class
TrimFE550
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake-initiated collision preparation system $100
Front seat active head restraints $50
Knee airbag, driver$100 
Knee airbag, passenger$100 
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor $100
Tire-pressure monitor$75 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Second-row low console$100 
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
DVD-compatible player$0 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
iPod integration$150 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
Rear dual-zone climate control $125
Residual heat $50
Traffic + travel information$50 
Water-repellent front-door glass$15 
Exterior 
Body kit$350 
Bodyside moldings $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$50 
Rear spoiler$200 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Fog light, rear $100
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Steering-linked fog lights $25
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Powertrain 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Cooled front seats $300
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, passenger seat $150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power-folding headrests, second row seats $50
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive shocks - electrical $750
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable $1250
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$3,815$5,690
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,875
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,747

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Specifications Comparison: Lexus IS vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Model Year20122007
ModelISE-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.5 in112.4 in
Length180.1 in191.0 in
Width70.9 in71.7 in
Height56.1 in58.4 in
Curb Weight3,780 lb.3,885 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.2 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.2 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.4 in56.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.1 in52.4 in
Row 1 Legroom43.9 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom36.7 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.7 in56.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.7 in53.8 in
Row 2 Legroom30.6 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume13.0 ft315.9 ft3

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Option Package Details
F

Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Mark Levinson, 300W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Rearview camera200No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information50No
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested95061%
Total Not Requested60039%

Option Package Details
E550

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear300Yes
Obstacle detection, front200Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium II Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Keyless access and ignition250Yes
Steering-linked fog lights25No
Total Requested80097%
Total Not Requested253%
Premium I Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled300No
Power sunshade, rear225No
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested90063%
Total Not Requested52537%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Lexus IS

Price of the Lexus IS: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Price is definitely fair.
2001 4dr Sedan 215-horsepower 3.0L I6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Cheaper to buy than 3 series, much cheaper to own.
Price of the Lexus IS: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Very high price for effciency, needs premium fuel
2008 4dr Sedan 416-horsepower 5.0L V8
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 After considering discounts, the IS-F was more expensive than the M3.
2007 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Even this entry level Lexus was expensive compared to peers.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Price of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Able to get 2500 under invoice which I can never get for for BMW.
Price of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 sticker $56k plus options
2008 4dr Sedan 382-horsepower 5.5L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 More than most peoples house note, but, you get what you pay for and it is a Mercedes.
2007 4dr Sedan 507-horsepower 6.2L V8
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 It is a $100,000 car. It is expensive, and it is expensive to maintain. This is easily a $150,000 investment over 3 years.
2007 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Much higher price than competators.
2005 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 In light of the prices for all cars today, you get what you pay for and the Mercedes offers only the best. They are competitive. Only problem is high cost of repairs/maintenance. Labor costs.
2005 4dr Sedan turbocharged 201hp 3.2L I6 Diesel
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Mercedes is one of the highest priced cars around. I think you pay some for the name, but some for safety and reliability
2004 4dr Wagon 302-horsepower 5.0L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Paid very little for it (high mileage) but cheap to keep it is not.
2004 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.2L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 They are expensive, but you get what you pay for.
2003 4dr Sedan 302-horsepower 5.0L V8
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 High initial purchase price, about 10-20% above similar Lexis/Infinit models

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