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Acura RLX vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Acura RLX vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $54,765

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $6,580

Lowest Total Invoice: $51,003

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $5,075

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201420182018201820182018
ModelRLXC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimBaseC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $48,450 $40,250 $47,900 $53,400 $66,100 $73,700
Base Invoice $44,324 $37,433 $44,547 $49,662 $61,473 $68,541
Advance Package 12,000          
Advanced Lighting Package   1,900 800 1,900 1,050 1,050
Multimedia Package   2,200 2,200 2,200 2,200 2,200
designo Package   3,800 3,800 3,100 3,100 500
Heated front seats   580 580      
Premium Driver Assistance Package   3,050        
Sunshade, rear, power   440 750 440 440 440
Sunshades, second row   380   380 380 380
Cooled or ventilated front seats   450 450 450 450 450
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720 720 720 720
Premium Package     700      
Driver Assistance Package     2,250 2,250 2,250 2,250
Parktronic Package     970      
Interior ambient lighting, configurable     310      
Advance Package 10,859          
Advanced Lighting Package   1,767 744 1,767 977 977
Multimedia Package   2,046 2,046 2,046 2,046 2,046
designo Package   3,534 3,534 2,883 2,883 465
Heated front seats   539 539      
Premium Driver Assistance Package   2,837        
Sunshade, rear, power   409 698 409 409 409
Sunshades, second row   354   354 353 353
Cooled or ventilated front seats   419 419 419 419 419
Metallic paint (extra cost)   670 670 670 670 670
Premium Package     651      
Driver Assistance Package     2,093 2,093 2,093 2,093
Parktronic Package     902      
Interior ambient lighting, configurable     288      
Options (change) 12,000 13,520 13,530 11,440 10,590 7,990
Options (change) 10,859 12,575 12,584 10,641 9,850 7,432
Destination 895 995 995 995 995 995
Gas Tax 0 0 -4,043 0 0 0
Total Price $61,345 $54,765 $58,382 $65,835 $77,685 $82,685
Total Invoice $56,078 $51,003 $54,083 $61,298 $72,318 $76,968

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura RLX vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,045
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,439
Model Year201420182018201820182018
ModelRLXC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimBaseC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine310hp V6241hp I4208hp I4 PiH362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8
TransmissionT6T9T7T9T7T7
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)500, 14?, 5?, 5?, 5590, 13590, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19225/50-17225/45-18225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19
Total Price$61,345$54,765$58,382$65,835$77,685$82,685
Adjustments for Features0-1,465-3,140-3,790-2,840-3,540
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$61,345$53,300$55,242$62,045$74,845$79,145
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,942$8,745$21,545$25,845
Total Invoice$56,078$51,003$54,083$61,298$72,318$76,968
Adjustments for Features0-1,364-2,909-3,529-2,644-3,295
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$56,078$49,639$51,174$57,769$69,674$73,673
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,535$8,130$20,035$24,034

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Features Comparison: Acura RLX vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year201420182018201820182018
ModelRLXC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimBaseC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100     
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400 $1400  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1200 $1200$1200
FWD$0     
RWD $0$0 $0$0
AWD   $1700  
Accessories 
Active noise reduction$0     
Eco accelerator  $100   
Proximity key$250$250 $250$250$250
Remote climate control $25$25$25$25$25
Remote start via app $75$75$75$75$75
Semi-automated parking system  $500   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0     
Automatic braking, low-speed $200$200$200$200$200
Blind spot collision prevention $150$150$150$150$150
Collision preparation system, rear $100$100$100$100$100
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system $0$0$0$0$0
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100$100$100$100$100
Driver drowsiness monitor $150$150$150$150$150
Obstacle detection, front$150 $150   
Obstacle detection, rear$250 $250   
Pedestrian detection $50$50$50$50$50
Rear side airbags $300$300$300$300$300
Rollover sensor$50     
Tires, run-flat $150$150$150  
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter$150     
Console without shifter $150$150$150$150$150
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25$25$25$25
Rear seat pass-through$100     
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100$100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15$15$15
Rear air vents $100$100$100$100$100
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250     
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential     $500
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)     $500
Limited-slip rear differential    $300 
Engine / Motor 
3.6 kW onboard charger  $0   
6 kWh battery pack  $0   
Automatic start / stop $150$150$150$150$150
Dual-mode exhaust    $250$250
Raised top speed limiter     $0
Exterior 
Body kit  $0$0$0$0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25$25$25
Laminated front side windows$200     
Laminated rear side windows$100     
Painted brake calipers (optional)     $0
Rear spoiler    $200$200
Infotainment 
Aux input$50     
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0     
DVD-compatible player $0$0$0$0$0
Handwriting recognition $200$200$200$200$200
In-vehicle Internet $150$150$150$150$150
Navigation map updates, three years $0$0$0$0$0
Satellite radio$200$200 $200$200$200
SD Card slot $25$25$25$25$25
Surround sound$250   $250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200     
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225$225$225$225
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50$50$50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25$25   
Auto-dimming headlights $200$200$200$200$200
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75     
Boost gauge   $75$75$75
Chronometer   $100$100$100
Compass $0$0$0$0$0
Cornering lights $50$50$50$50$50
Fog light, rear $100$100$100$100$100
Interior ambient lighting$150     
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150$150$150$150$150
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25   
Spotter mirror(s)$50     
Steering-linked headlights $150$150$150$150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 $100   
Folding second row seats $300$300$300$300$300
Heated second row seats$200     
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200 $200$200$200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150$150 
Memory system, passenger seat $150$150$150$150$150
Metal pedals   $75$75$75
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50$50$50
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100$100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100$100
Synthetic suede steering wheel     $150
Upholstered instrument panel $300$300$300$300$300
Wood trim $300$300$300$300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500$500$500$500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100$100    
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable  $1000   
Crosswind stabilization $50$50$50$50$50
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200$200$200
Rear wheel steering$1500     
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0$0$0
Suggestive steering $0$0$0$0$0
Transmission 
Launch control    $100$100
Total Value of Features$5,625$7,090$8,765$9,415$8,465$9,165
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,465$3,140$3,790$2,840$3,540
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,364-2,909-3,529-2,644-3,295

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Specifications Comparison: Acura RLX vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20142018
ModelRLXC-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.2 in111.8 in
Length196.1 in184.5 in
Width74.4 in71.3 in
Height57.7 in56.8 in
Curb Weight3,934 lb.3,418 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.6 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.6 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.0 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.8 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume15.3 ft312.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Acura RLX

Advance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Krell, 500W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Laminated front side windows200No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Woodgrain trim (optional)0No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Laminated rear side windows100No
245/40WR19 tires400No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested437577%
Total Not Requested132523%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
LED tail lights0No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested25028%
Total Not Requested65072%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74079%
Total Not Requested20021%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested115066%
Total Not Requested60034%
Premium Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested195083%
Total Not Requested40017%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e

Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74079%
Total Not Requested20021%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested115066%
Total Not Requested60034%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested150079%
Total Not Requested40021%
Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested25038%
Total Not Requested40062%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43

Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
LED tail lights0No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested25028%
Total Not Requested65072%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74079%
Total Not Requested20021%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Special interior trim0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested1150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested130076%
Total Not Requested40024%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested25031%
Total Not Requested55069%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74079%
Total Not Requested20021%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested1150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested130076%
Total Not Requested40024%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S

Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
LED tail lights0No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested25031%
Total Not Requested55069%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74079%
Total Not Requested20021%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested130076%
Total Not Requested40024%

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