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Audi A8 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A8 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $69,680

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG   
Difference: $10,695

Lowest Total Invoice: $65,010

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG   
Difference: $9,801

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122011
ModelA8C-Class
TrimA8C63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $78,750 $58,200
Base Invoice $73,237 $54,126
Leather door panel trim 750  
AMG Leather Package   3,030
Multimedia Package   3,350
Lighting Package   985
Wood trim   0
Rear side airbags   420
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720
Leather door panel trim 699  
AMG Leather Package   2,818
Multimedia Package   3,115
Lighting Package   916
Wood trim   0
Rear side airbags   391
Metallic paint (extra cost)   669
Options (change) 750 8,505
Options (change) 699 7,909
Destination 875 875
Gas Tax 0 2,100
Total Price $80,375 $69,680
Total Invoice $74,811 $65,010

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A8 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,745
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,055
Model Year20122011
ModelA8C-Class
TrimA8C63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine372hp V8451hp V8
TransmissionT8T7
DrivetrainAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)630, 14450, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/45-19235/40-18
Total Price$80,375$69,680
Adjustments for Features-2,9500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$77,425$69,680
Total Invoice$74,811$65,010
Adjustments for Features-2,7460
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$72,065$65,010

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Features Comparison: Audi A8 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20122011
ModelA8C-Class
TrimA8C63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200
AWD$1700 
RWD $0
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0 
Full-size spare tire$225 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Rollover sensor$50 
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Climate Control 
Residual heat$50 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
Handwriting recognition$200 
HD radio$50 
iPod integration $100
USB port$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Chronometer $100
Compass $0
Cornering lights$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Steering-linked fog lights $50
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats $300
Metal pedals $75
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row$25 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat$100 
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power-folding headrests, second row seats $50
Upholstered instrument panel$300 
Upholstered instrument panel, leather $1000
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$6,900$3,950
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,950$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,7460

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See a complete comparison of Audi A8 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class features.

Specifications Comparison: Audi A8 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20122011
ModelA8C-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase117.8 in108.7 in
Length202.2 in182.3 in
Width76.7 in69.7 in
Height57.5 in56.3 in
Curb Weight4,410 lb.3,528 lb.
Fuel Capacity23.8 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.2 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.1 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in52.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom38.1 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.8 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in54.9 in
Row 2 Legroom38.7 in33.4 in
Cargo Volume13.2 ft312.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Audi A8 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class specs.

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG

AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000No
Total Requested160062%
Total Not Requested100038%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
iPod integration100Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested111567%
Total Not Requested55033%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Steering-linked fog lights50No
Total Requested55092%
Total Not Requested508%

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