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Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $79,820

Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 RS 5   
Difference: $7,270

Lowest Total Invoice: $74,297

Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 RS 5   
Difference: $6,768

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20132018
ModelA5 / S5 / RS5C-Class
TrimRS 5AMG C63 S
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $68,900 $75,500
Base Invoice $64,078 $70,215
Navigation Package 3,550  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 475 720
Ceramic front brake rotors 6,000 5,450
Multimedia Package   2,200
Carbon fiber trim   975
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable   1,250
Navigation Package 3,301  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 443 670
Ceramic front brake rotors 5,580 5,069
Multimedia Package   2,046
Carbon fiber trim   907
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable   1,163
Options (change) 10,025 10,595
Options (change) 9,324 9,855
Destination 895 995
Total Price $79,820 $87,090
Total Invoice $74,297 $81,065

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 RS 5
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,880
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,474
Model Year20132018
ModelA5 / S5 / RS5C-Class
TrimRS 5AMG C63 S
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine450hp V8503hp V8
TransmissionS7T7
DrivetrainAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)505, 14590, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)265/35-19255/35-19
Total Price$79,820$87,090
Adjustments for Features0-1,390
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$79,820$85,700
Total Invoice$74,297$81,065
Adjustments for Features0-1,294
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$74,297$79,771

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Features Comparison: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20132018
ModelA5 / S5 / RS5C-Class
TrimRS 5AMG C63 S
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200
AWD$1700 
RWD $0
Accessories 
Remote app $25
Remote climate control $25
Remote start via app $75
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Automatic seat belt presenters, front row $100
Blind spot warning system $200
Driver drowsiness monitor $150
Forward collision warning $200
Obstacle detection, front$150 
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0
Temporary spare tire$150 
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250 
Drivetrain 
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented) $500
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Raised top speed limiter $0
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Power-venting glass roof panel$300 
Rear spoiler $200
Retractable rear spoiler$400 
Sunroof, large $1100
Infotainment 
App support $0
Aux input$50 
Handwriting recognition $200
iPod integration$100 
Navigation map updates, three years $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
USB port $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Boost gauge $75
Chronometer $100
Cornering lights$50 
Fog lights$125 
Headlight washers$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Leather door panel trim$250 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Memory system, passenger seat $150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede steering wheel $150
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Crosswind stabilization $50
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Suggestive steering $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$6,750$8,140
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,390
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,294

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20132018
ModelA5 / S5 / RS5C-Class
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Wheelbase108.3 in111.8 in
Length182.1 in184.5 in
Width73.0 in71.3 in
Height54.0 in55.3 in
Curb Weight3,683 lb.3,639 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in38.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom36.0 in35.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room52.8 in51.7 in
Row 2 Legroom31.7 in32.0 in
Cargo Volume12.2 ft310.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 RS 5

Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Total Requested146581%
Total Not Requested35019%

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

Carbon fiber trim
FeatureValueRequested?
Carbon fiber trim200Yes
Analog clock25No
Total Requested20089%
Total Not Requested2511%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74079%
Total Not Requested20021%

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