Tesla Model S vs. Mercedes-Benz G-Class Price Comparison


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For the Tesla Model S vs. Mercedes-Benz G-Class price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Model S vs. G-Class Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Model S and G-Class will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Tesla Model S's price is $45,765 lower than the Mercedes-Benz G-Class G550's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Mercedes-Benz G-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Tesla Model S | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 45,765 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 105,976 | |||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2012 |
| Model | Model S | Model S | G-Class |
| Trim | Base | Performance | G550 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 235hp E | 416hp E | 382hp V8 |
| Transmission | A1 | A1 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD w/4L |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 88/90 MPG | 88/90 MPG | 11/15 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 200, 7 | 200, 7 | 610, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-19 | x- | 265/60-18 |
| Total Price | 61,320 | 94,820 | 114,875 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,550 | -7,790 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 61,320 | 93,270 | 107,085 |
| Cost Above Minimum | 0 | 31,950 | 0 |
Invoice Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Mercedes-Benz G-Class
Price Comparison (MSRP): Tesla Model S vs. Mercedes-Benz G-ClassThe 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.
| Lowest Total Price: Tesla Model S | |||
| Difference: 53,555 | |||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2012 |
| Model | Model S | Model S | G-Class |
| Trim | Base | Performance | G550 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | 59,900 | 94,900 | 107,100 |
| Tech Package | 3,750 | 3,750 | |
| Nappa Leather | 1,500 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 750 | 750 | |
| Cargo cover | 250 | 250 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,500 | 1,500 | |
| Edition Select Package | 6,900 | ||
| Tech Package | 0 | ||
| Nappa Leather | 0 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | ||
| Cargo cover | 0 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 0 | ||
| Edition Select Package | 6,417 | ||
| Total options | 7,750 | 6,250 | 6,900 |
| Total options | 0 | 0 | 6,417 |
| Destination | 1,170 | 1,170 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | -7,500 | -7,500 | 0 |
| Total Price | 61,320 | 94,820 | 114,875 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Tesla Model S
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Features Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Mercedes-Benz G-Class
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2012 |
| Model | Model S | Model S | G-Class |
| Trim | Base | Performance | G550 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | $800 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD w/low range | $2200 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $100 | $100 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $100 | $100 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $300 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | |||
| App support | $125 | $125 | |
| Aux input | $100 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield | $250 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $200 | $200 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $350 | ||
| Traffic information | $50 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| WIFI hotspot | $150 | $150 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $50 | ||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | ||
| Chrome brush guard | $750 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| External spare tire shell | $100 | ||
| Externally-mounted spare | $0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | ||
| Skid plates | $150 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | ||
| Tow hook(s), rear | $25 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Compass | $25 | ||
| Cornering lights | $25 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | $25 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Reconfigurable LCD instruments | $300 | $300 | |
| Tachometer | $75 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |
| Powertrain | |||
| 10 kW onboard charger | $0 | $0 | |
| 40 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||
| 85 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||
| High-performance inverter | $0 | ||
| Lockable center differential | $150 | ||
| Lockable front differential | $150 | ||
| Lockable rear differential | $150 | ||
| Quick charger | $0 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled front seats | $300 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Suede-like inserts in leather seats | $0 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1500 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1250 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,795 | $6,345 | $12,585 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,550 | $7,790 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 103 | -7,249 |
Specifications Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Mercedes-Benz G-Class
| Model Year | 2013 | 2012 |
| Model | Model S | G-Class |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 116.5 in | 112.2 in |
| Length | 196.0 in | 184.5 in |
| Width | 77.3 in | 71.8 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 76.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,787 lb. | 5,510 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 25.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.7 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 51.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.7 in | 52.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 35.3 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.4 in | 41.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.6 ft3 | 45.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.4 ft3 | 79.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Media drive, large | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2100 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 27% |
| Nappa Leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Performance
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Media drive, large | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2100 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 27% |
Option Package Details
G550
| Edition Select Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 50 | No |
| Unique exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Unique interior trim | 0 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1500 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1650 | 100% |
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