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Audi A4 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A4 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $49,275

Audi A4 A4 2.0T   
Difference: $2,910

Lowest Total Invoice: $45,896

Audi A4 A4 2.0T   
Difference: $2,701

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201720162016201620162016
ModelA4C-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimA4 2.0TC300C350eC450 AMGAMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $37,300 $38,950 $45,490 $50,800 $65,250 $73,250
Base Invoice $34,690 $36,224 $42,306 $47,244 $60,683 $68,123
Premium Plus Package 3,800          
Technology Package 3,250          
Metallic paint (extra cost) 575 720 720 720 720 720
Sport Plus Package 3,400          
Blind spot warning system   550 550      
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    
Interior Package   2,880 2,880 2,150    
Panoramic sunroof   1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480
AMG Leather Package         2,590  
Wood trim           0
Premium Plus Package 3,534          
Technology Package 3,024          
Metallic paint (extra cost) 536 669 669 669 669 669
Sport Plus Package 3,162          
Blind spot warning system   512 512      
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    
Interior Package   2,678 2,678 2,000    
Panoramic sunroof   1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376
AMG Leather Package         2,409  
Wood trim           0
Options (change) 11,025 12,310 12,310 10,330 8,450 5,860
Options (change) 10,256 11,448 11,448 9,607 7,858 5,449
Destination 950 925 925 925 925 925
Gas Tax 0 0 -4,043 0 0 0
Total Price $49,275 $52,185 $54,682 $62,055 $74,625 $80,035
Total Invoice $45,896 $48,597 $50,636 $57,776 $69,466 $74,497

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A4 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A4 A4 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,370
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,129
Model Year201720162016201620162016
ModelA4C-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimA4 2.0TC300C350eC450 AMGAMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine252hp I4241hp I4208hp I4 PiH362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8
TransmissionS7T7T7T7T7T7
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)755, 19590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18225/50-17225/45-18225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19
Total Price$49,275$52,185$54,682$62,055$74,625$80,035
Adjustments for Features-4600-1,525-2,675-700-2,050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$48,815$52,185$53,157$59,380$73,925$77,985
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$972$7,195$21,740$25,800
Total Invoice$45,896$48,597$50,636$57,776$69,466$74,497
Adjustments for Features-4280-1,412-2,491-652-1,908
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$45,468$48,597$49,224$55,285$68,814$72,589
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$627$6,688$20,217$23,992

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Features Comparison: Audi A4 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year201720162016201620162016
ModelA4C-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimA4 2.0TC300C350eC450 AMGAMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200     
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200$1200$1200$1200$1200
FWD$0     
RWD $0$0 $0$0
AWD   $1700  
Accessories 
Eco accelerator  $100   
Remote climate control $25$25$25$25$25
Remote start via app $75$75$75$75$75
Remote window/roof operation $15$15$15$15$15
Semi-automated parking system $500$500$500$500$500
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250     
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350$350$350$350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Collision preparation system, rear$100     
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100     
Knee airbag, passenger$75     
Pedestrian detection$50     
Rollover sensor$50     
Secondary collision brake assist$25     
Temporary spare tire$150     
Tires, run-flat $150$150$150  
Vehicle exit assist$25     
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50     
Console with shifter$150     
Console without shifter $150$150$150$150$150
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25$25$25$25
Climate Control 
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   
Dual-mode exhaust    $250$250
Raised top speed limiter     $0
Regenerative braking$0     
Exterior 
Body kit$0  $0$0$0
Painted brake calipers (optional)     $0
Panoramic sunroof $1200$1200$1200$1200$1200
Rear spoiler   $200$200$200
Sunroof$900     
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0     
Android Auto support$100     
App support $0$0$0$0$0
Apple CarPlay support$100     
Aux input$50     
CD player $125$125$125$125$125
CD player, remote$100     
Navigation map updates, three years $0$0$0$0$0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25$25$25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200     
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225$225$225$225
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200$200$200  
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75     
Boost gauge    $75$75
Chronometer    $100$100
Cornering lights $50$50$50  
Fog lights$125     
Interior ambient lighting$150     
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150$150$150$150$150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250     
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25   
LED headlights$1000$1000$1000$1000  
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only    $750$750
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25$25$25$25
Steering-linked headlights $150$150$150  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100$100$100$100 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300$300$300  
Door sill trim plates$100     
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200$200$200$200$200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150$150 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50     
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50     
Memory system, passenger seat $150$150$150$150$150
Metal pedals$75  $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 inserts in leather seating surfaces$0     
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces     $450
Synthetic suede steering wheel     $150
Upholstered instrument panel   $300$300$300
Wood trim     $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active steering$1000     
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500 $500$500$500$500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical $100    
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable  $1000   
Crosswind stabilization $50$50$50$50$50
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  $0$0$0
Suggestive steering $0$0$0$0$0
Transmission 
Launch control    $100$100
Total Value of Features$7,550$7,090$8,615$9,765$7,790$9,140
Value of Feature Adjustments$460$0$1,525$2,675$700$2,050
Value of Feature Adjustments-4280-1,412-2,491-652-1,908

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A4 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20172016
ModelA4C-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.0 in111.8 in
Length186.1 in184.5 in
Width72.5 in71.3 in
Height56.2 in56.8 in
Curb Weight3,451 lb.3,418 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.18.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.9 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.4 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.5 in55.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.7 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume13.0 ft312.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A4 A4 2.0T

Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Body kit0Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
245/40HR18 tires400No
LED headlights-250Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 755W, 19 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested157563%
Total Not Requested92537%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Vehicle exit assist25No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Remote app25Yes
Speed limit information0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Total Requested154076%
Total Not Requested47524%
Sport Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0No
Active steering1000No
Metal pedals75Yes
245/40YR18 tires400No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested117546%
Total Not Requested140054%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
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%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested110056%
Total Not Requested85044%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
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%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested110056%
Total Not Requested85044%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C450 AMG

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
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%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested110056%
Total Not Requested85044%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
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%
AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested900100%
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
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
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%

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