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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: $66,645

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C450 AMG   
Difference: $245

Lowest Total Invoice: $61,577

Acura RLX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD   
Difference: $468

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2016201620162016
ModelRLXC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimSport Hybrid SH-AWDC450 AMGAMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $59,950 $50,800 $65,250 $73,250
Base Invoice $55,128 $47,244 $60,683 $68,123
Advance Package 6,000      
Premium 2 Package   1,520    
Multimedia Package   2,230 2,230 2,230
Parking Assist Package   1,290 1,290 1,290
Driver Assistance Package   2,250 2,250 2,250
designo Package   3,620 3,090 550
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720 720
Sunshades, second row   380 380 380
Sunshade, rear, power   440 440 440
Head-up display (HUD)   990 990 990
Panoramic sunroof   1,480 1,480 1,480
Wood trim       0
Advance Package 5,509      
Premium 2 Package   1,414    
Multimedia Package   2,074 2,074 2,074
Parking Assist Package   1,200 1,200 1,200
Driver Assistance Package   2,092 2,092 2,092
designo Package   3,367 2,874 512
Metallic paint (extra cost)   669 669 669
Sunshades, second row   354 353 353
Sunshade, rear, power   409 409 409
Head-up display (HUD)   921 921 921
Panoramic sunroof   1,376 1,376 1,376
Wood trim       0
Options (change) 6,000 14,920 12,870 10,330
Options (change) 5,509 13,876 11,968 9,606
Destination 940 925 925 925
Total Price $66,890 $66,645 $79,045 $84,505
Total Invoice $61,577 $62,045 $73,576 $78,654

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C450 AMG
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,435
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,571
Model Year2016201620162016
ModelRLXC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimSport Hybrid SH-AWDC450 AMGAMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine310hp V6 H362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8
TransmissionS7T7T7T7
DrivetrainAWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)500, 14590, 13590, 13590, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19
Total Price$66,890$66,645$79,045$84,505
Adjustments for Features0-2,190-1,165-2,065
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$66,890$64,455$77,880$82,440
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$13,425$17,985
Total Invoice$61,577$62,045$73,576$78,654
Adjustments for Features0-2,039-1,084-1,922
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$61,577$60,006$72,492$76,732
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$12,486$16,726

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

Model Year2016201620162016
ModelRLXC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimSport Hybrid SH-AWDC450 AMGAMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200   
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200$1200$1200
AWD$1700$1700  
RWD  $0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction$0   
Eco accelerator$100   
Heated steering wheel$100   
Remote climate control $25$25$25
Remote start$150   
Remote start via app $75$75$75
Semi-automated parking system $500$500$500
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0   
Blind spot collision prevention $150$150$150
Collision preparation system, rear $100$100$100
Driver drowsiness monitor $150$150$150
Rollover sensor$50   
Tires, run-flat $150  
Wide-view rear camera$0   
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter$150   
Console without shifter $150$150$150
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25$25
Rear seat pass-through$100   
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15
Rear air vents $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 
Torque-vectoring, dual-electric-motor-based, rear$500   
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $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
Laminated front side windows$200   
Laminated rear side windows$100   
Painted brake calipers (optional)   $0
Panoramic sunroof $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
Handwriting recognition $200$200$200
In-vehicle Internet $150$150$150
Navigation map updates, three years $0$0$0
SD Card slot $25$25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200   
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225$225
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75   
Boost gauge  $75$75
Chronometer  $100$100
Compass $0$0$0
Fog light, rear $100$100$100
Fog lights$125   
Interior ambient lighting$150   
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150$150$150
LED headlights$1000   
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750$750$750
Spotter mirror(s)$50   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100$100 
Door sill trim plates$100   
Folding second row seats $300$300$300
Heated second row seats$200   
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200$200$200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 
Memory system, passenger seat $150$150$150
Metal pedals $75$75$75
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $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
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100   
Crosswind stabilization $50$50$50
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0
Suggestive steering $0$0$0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100$100
Total Value of Features$7,700$9,890$8,865$9,765
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,190$1,165$2,065
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,039-1,084-1,922

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

Model Year20162016
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 Weight3,956 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 Sport Hybrid SH-AWD

Advance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Remote start150No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Around view cameras300Yes
Krell, 500W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested142562%
Total Not Requested87538%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C450 AMG

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%
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%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested145085%
Total Not Requested25015%
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%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested145085%
Total Not Requested25015%
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%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested145085%
Total Not Requested25015%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%

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