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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: $55,505

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $5,865

Lowest Total Invoice: $51,685

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $4,418

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201520162016201620162016
ModelRLXC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimBaseC300C350eC450 AMGAMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $48,450 $38,950 $45,490 $50,800 $65,250 $73,250
Base Invoice $44,324 $36,224 $42,306 $47,244 $60,683 $68,123
Advance Package 12,000          
Multimedia Package   2,690 2,690 2,690 2,690 2,690
Parktronic Package   970 970 970 970 970
Lighting Package   800 800 800    
Premium 2 Package   2,220 2,220 1,520    
Driver Assistance Package   2,800 2,800 2,250 2,250 2,250
Interior Package   2,880 2,880      
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720 720 720 720
Heated steering wheel   250 250      
Sunshades, second row   380 380 380 380 380
Sunshade, rear, power   440 440 440 440 440
Panoramic sunroof   1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480
designo Package       3,620 3,090 550
Wood trim           0
Advance Package 10,859          
Multimedia Package   2,502 2,502 2,502 2,502 2,502
Parktronic Package   902 902 902 902 902
Lighting Package   744 744 744    
Premium 2 Package   2,065 2,065 1,414    
Driver Assistance Package   2,604 2,604 2,092 2,092 2,092
Interior Package   2,678 2,678      
Metallic paint (extra cost)   669 669 669 669 669
Heated steering wheel   233 233      
Sunshades, second row   354 354 354 353 353
Sunshade, rear, power   409 409 409 409 409
Panoramic sunroof   1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376
designo Package       3,367 2,874 512
Wood trim           0
Options (change) 12,000 15,630 15,630 14,870 12,020 9,480
Options (change) 10,859 14,536 14,536 13,829 11,177 8,815
Destination 920 925 925 925 925 925
Gas Tax 0 0 -4,043 0 0 0
Total Price $61,370 $55,505 $58,002 $66,595 $78,195 $83,655
Total Invoice $56,103 $51,685 $53,724 $61,998 $72,785 $77,863

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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: $7,505
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,945
Model Year201520162016201620162016
ModelRLXC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimBaseC300C350eC450 AMGAMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine310hp V6241hp I4208hp I4 PiH362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8
TransmissionT6T7T7T7T7T7
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)500, 14590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19225/50-17225/45-18225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19
Total Price$61,370$55,505$58,002$66,595$78,195$83,655
Adjustments for Features0-1,640-3,165-4,465-2,790-3,690
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$61,370$53,865$54,837$62,130$75,405$79,965
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$972$8,265$21,540$26,100
Total Invoice$56,103$51,685$53,724$61,998$72,785$77,863
Adjustments for Features0-1,527-2,932-4,157-2,597-3,435
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$56,103$50,158$50,792$57,841$70,188$74,428
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$634$7,683$20,030$24,270

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

Model Year201520162016201620162016
ModelRLXC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimBaseC300C350eC450 AMGAMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100     
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200$1200$1200$1200$1200
FWD$0     
RWD $0$0 $0$0
AWD   $1700  
Accessories 
Active noise reduction$0     
Eco accelerator  $100   
Heated steering wheel$100$100$100   
Remote climate control $25$25$25$25$25
Remote start via app $75$75$75$75$75
Semi-automated parking system $500$500$500$500$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 warning, rear $100$100$100$100$100
Driver drowsiness monitor $150$150$150$150$150
Pedestrian detection $50$50$50$50$50
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
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
Panoramic sunroof $1200$1200$1200$1200$1200
Rear spoiler   $200$200$200
Sunroof$900     
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
SD Card slot $25$25$25$25$25
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 
Auto-dimming headlights $200$200$200  
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75     
Boost gauge    $75$75
Chronometer    $100$100
Compass $0$0$0$0$0
Cornering lights $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   
LED headlights$1000$1000$1000$1000  
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only    $750$750
Spotter mirror(s)$50     
Steering-linked headlights $150$150$150  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100$100$100$100 
Door sill trim plates$100     
Folding second row seats $300$300$300$300$300
Heated second row seats$200     
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200$200$200$200$200
Leather door panel trim$250  $250$250$250
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
Wood trim     $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
Suggestive steering $0$0$0$0$0
Transmission 
Launch control    $100$100
Total Value of Features$6,775$8,415$9,940$11,240$9,565$10,465
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,640$3,165$4,465$2,790$3,690
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,527-2,932-4,157-2,597-3,435

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

Model Year20152016
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.18.0 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
Heated steering wheel100Yes
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
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Woodgrain trim (optional)0No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Laminated rear side windows100No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Laminated front side windows200No
245/40WR19 tires400No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested447577%
Total Not Requested132523%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
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%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested25038%
Total Not Requested40062%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750Yes
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested150079%
Total Not Requested40021%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Total Requested140072%
Total Not Requested55028%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
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%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested25038%
Total Not Requested40062%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750Yes
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested150079%
Total Not Requested40021%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Total Requested140072%
Total Not Requested55028%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C450 AMG

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
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%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested25038%
Total Not Requested40062%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750Yes
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested100074%
Total Not Requested35026%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested130076%
Total Not Requested40024%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Total Requested165075%
Total Not Requested55025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
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%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested130076%
Total Not Requested40024%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Total Requested1450100%
Total Not Requested00%

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

Wood trim
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood trim300No
Analog clock25No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested325100%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
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%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested130076%
Total Not Requested40024%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%

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