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BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $55,370

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $12,900

Lowest Total Invoice: $51,559

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $11,331

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012201220152015
Model5-Series5-Series5-SeriesC-ClassC-Class
Trim528i535i550iC300C400
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $46,900 $52,500 $62,000 $38,400 $48,590
Base Invoice $43,330 $48,480 $57,220 $35,712 $45,189
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 2,400 2,400 2,400    
Premium Package 2,250 1,000   2,700  
Driver Assistance Package 1,350 1,350 3,500 2,800 2,800
Technology Package 1,850 1,850      
Luxury Seating Package 2,400 2,400 2,400    
Heated front seats 500 500 500    
M Sport Package 4,800 4,800      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550   720 720
Folding second row seats 475 475 475    
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls 500 500 500    
Proximity key 1,000 1,000      
Head-up display (HUD) 1,300 1,300   990 990
App support 250 250 250    
Semi-automated parking system 500 500 500    
Satellite radio - one year subscription 350 350 350    
Convenience Package     1,700    
Sport Package     2,600    
Multimedia Package       2,690 2,690
Interior Package       2,300 2,300
Obstacle detection, rear       970 970
Power trunk closer       250 250
Wood trim       325  
Sunshades, second row       380 380
Sunshade, rear, power       440 440
Panoramic sunroof       1,480 1,480
Lighting Package         800
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 2,185 2,185 2,185    
Premium Package 2,050 910   2,511  
Driver Assistance Package 1,230 1,230 3,185 2,604 2,604
Technology Package 1,685 1,685      
Luxury Seating Package 2,185 2,185 2,185    
Heated front seats 455 455 455    
M Sport Package 4,370 4,370      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500   669 669
Folding second row seats 430 430 430    
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls 475 475 475    
Proximity key 910 910      
Head-up display (HUD) 1,185 1,185   921 921
App support 230 230 230    
Semi-automated parking system 455 455 455    
Satellite radio - one year subscription 320 320 320    
Convenience Package     1,545    
Sport Package     2,365    
Multimedia Package       2,502 2,502
Interior Package       2,139 2,139
Obstacle detection, rear       902 902
Power trunk closer       233 233
Wood trim       302  
Sunshades, second row       354 354
Sunshade, rear, power       409 409
Panoramic sunroof       1,376 1,376
Lighting Package         744
Options (change) 20,475 19,225 15,175 16,045 13,820
Options (change) 18,665 17,525 13,830 14,922 12,853
Destination 895 895 895 925 925
Total Price $68,270 $72,620 $78,070 $55,370 $63,335
Total Invoice $62,890 $66,900 $71,945 $51,559 $58,967

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,800
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,169
Model Year20122012201220152015
Model5-Series5-Series5-SeriesC-ClassC-Class
Trim528i535i550iC300C400
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp I4300hp I6400hp V8241hp I4329hp V6
TransmissionT8T8T8T7T7
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)180, 10180, 10180, 10590, 13590, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18245/40-19245/40-19225/50-17225/45-18
Total Price$68,270$72,620$78,070$55,370$63,335
Adjustments for Features00-800-900-3,625
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$68,270$72,620$77,270$54,470$59,710
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,350$9,000$0$5,240
Total Invoice$62,890$66,900$71,945$51,559$58,967
Adjustments for Features00-737-838-3,375
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$62,890$66,900$71,208$50,721$55,592
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,010$8,318$0$4,871

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Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20122012201220152015
Model5-Series5-Series5-SeriesC-ClassC-Class
Trim528i535i550iC300C400
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300$1300  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1200$1200
RWD$0$0$0$0 
AWD    $1700
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate   $100$100
Power door closers  $300  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$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
Collision preparation system, rear   $100$100
Cross-traffic warning, rear   $100$100
Driver drowsiness monitor   $150$150
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75  
Lane keeping assist   $400$400
Pedestrian detection   $50$50
Rearview camera$200$200 $200$200
Torque vectoring, brake-based   $100$100
Wide-view front camera  $150  
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50  
Console with shifter$150$150$150  
Console without shifter   $150$150
Overhead sunglass holder   $25$25
Rear seat pass-through$100$100$100  
Climate Control 
Rear air vents   $100$100
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250$250$250  
Rear dual-zone climate control$125$125$125  
Residual heat$50$50$50  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150 $150$150
Raised top speed limiter$0$0$0  
Regenerative braking$0$0$0  
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0  $0
Panoramic sunroof   $1200$1200
Sunroof$900$900$900  
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50$50  
Handwriting recognition   $200$200
In-vehicle Internet   $150$150
Navigation map updates, three years   $0$0
Satellite radio   $200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250$250  
SD Card slot   $25$25
Surround sound   $250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225$225
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0  
Wi-Fi hotspot   $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock   $25$25
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200 $200
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75  
Compass   $0$0
Cornering lights$50$50$50 $50
Fog light, rear   $100$100
Fog lights$125$125$125  
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150  
Interior ambient lighting, configurable   $150$150
LED headlights    $1000
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only   $750 
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150 $150
Xenon HID headlights$500$500$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100   
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100  
Illuminated door sill trim plates   $200$200
Leather door panel trim$250$250$250  
Massage, driver seat$100$100$100  
Massage, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Metal pedals    $75
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Upholstered instrument panel    $300
Wood trim  $300$300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500$500  
Adaptive dampers - mechanical   $100$100
Crosswind stabilization   $50$50
Sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Suggestive steering   $0$0
Total Value of Features$6,450$6,450$7,250$7,350$10,075
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$800$900$3,625
Value of Feature Adjustments00-737-838-3,375

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Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20122015
Model5-SeriesC-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase116.9 in111.8 in
Length193.1 in184.5 in
Width73.2 in71.3 in
Height57.6 in56.8 in
Curb Weight3,815 lb.3,418 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.18.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.5 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.3 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom38.3 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.2 in55.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.1 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume18.4 ft312.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Total Requested175088%
Total Not Requested25012%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Total Requested940100%
Total Not Requested00%
Luxury Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Rear dual-zone climate control125No
Total Requested65058%
Total Not Requested47542%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/45WR18 tires200No
Body kit0Yes
Aluminum trim100No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
275/40WR18 tires200No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Adaptive shocks - electrical500No
Special exterior trim0No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested45027%
Total Not Requested120073%

Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Total Requested850100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Total Requested940100%
Total Not Requested00%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Body kit0Yes
Aluminum trim100No
Special interior trim0No
245/40ZR19 tires200No
275/35ZR19 tires200No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Adaptive shocks - electrical500No
Special exterior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested45027%
Total Not Requested120073%
Luxury Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Rear dual-zone climate control125No
Total Requested65058%
Total Not Requested47542%

Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 550i

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Head-up display (HUD)350Yes
Around view cameras300No
Wide-view front camera150No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested95068%
Total Not Requested45032%
Luxury Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Rear dual-zone climate control125No
Total Requested65058%
Total Not Requested47542%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power door closers300No
Power decklid350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested60067%
Total Not Requested30033%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/40ZR19 tires200No
275/35ZR19 tires200No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Adaptive shocks - electrical500No
Special exterior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested900100%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power decklid
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested35078%
Total Not Requested10022%
Wood trim
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood trim300Yes
Analog clock25No
Total Requested30092%
Total Not Requested258%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested940100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
LED tail lights0No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750No
Total Requested65033%
Total Not Requested135067%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested150086%
Total Not Requested25014%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400No
Blind spot intervention150No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested110058%
Total Not Requested80042%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C400

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power decklid
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested35078%
Total Not Requested10022%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested940100%
Total Not Requested00%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights250No
Total Requested40062%
Total Not Requested25038%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested150086%
Total Not Requested25014%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400No
Blind spot intervention150No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested110058%
Total Not Requested80042%

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