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Audi A8 / S8 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Audi A8 / S8 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $52,400

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport   
Difference: $27,445

Lowest Total Invoice: $48,815

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport   
Difference: $25,505

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20132013201320132013
ModelA8 / S8A8 / S8A8 / S8C-ClassC-Class
TrimA8 3.0TA8 4.0TS8C250 SportC350 Sport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $72,200 $80,900 $110,000 $35,350 $41,400
Base Invoice $67,146 $75,238 $102,300 $32,876 $38,502
Convenience Package 3,000 3,000      
Driver Assistance Package 3,000 3,000 2,500 2,950 2,950
Leather door panel trim 750 750      
Wood trim     0 325 0
Lighting Package       1,290 1,290
Multimedia Package       2,790 2,790
Dynamic Handling Package       1,530 1,530
Special order charge       250 250
Leather Package       1,750 1,750
Premium 1 Package       2,500  
Obstacle detection, rear       970 970
Metallic paint (extra cost)       720 720
Rear side airbags       420 420
Proximity key       650 650
Convenience Package 2,790 2,790      
Driver Assistance Package 2,790 2,790 2,327 2,744 2,744
Leather door panel trim 699 699      
Wood trim     0 302 0
Lighting Package       1,200 1,200
Multimedia Package       2,595 2,595
Dynamic Handling Package       1,423 1,423
Special order charge       250 250
Leather Package       1,628 1,628
Premium 1 Package       2,325  
Obstacle detection, rear       902 902
Metallic paint (extra cost)       669 669
Rear side airbags       391 391
Proximity key       605 605
Options (change) 6,750 6,750 2,500 16,145 13,320
Options (change) 6,279 6,279 2,327 15,034 12,407
Destination 895 895 895 905 905
Total Price $79,845 $88,545 $113,395 $52,400 $55,625
Total Invoice $74,320 $82,412 $105,522 $48,815 $51,814

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A8 / S8 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $24,345
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $22,620
Model Year20132013201320132013
ModelA8 / S8A8 / S8A8 / S8C-ClassC-Class
TrimA8 3.0TA8 4.0TS8C250 SportC350 Sport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine333hp V6420hp V8520hp V8201hp I4302hp V6
TransmissionT8T8T8T7T7
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)630, 14630, 14630, 14450, 12450, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/45-19255/45-19265/35-21225/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$79,845$88,545$113,395$52,400$55,625
Adjustments for Features-3,100-3,100-8,1250-350
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$76,745$85,445$105,270$52,400$55,275
Cost Above Minimum$0$8,700$28,525$0$2,875
Total Invoice$74,320$82,412$105,522$48,815$51,814
Adjustments for Features-2,885-2,885-7,5610-326
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$71,435$79,527$97,961$48,815$51,488
Cost Above Minimum$0$8,092$26,526$0$2,673

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Features Comparison: Audi A8 / S8 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20132013201320132013
ModelA8 / S8A8 / S8A8 / S8C-ClassC-Class
TrimA8 3.0TA8 4.0TS8C250 SportC350 Sport
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300$1300  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1200$1200
AWD$1700$1700$1700  
RWD   $0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0$0  
Parking guidance system - passive   $250$250
Power door closers$300$300$300  
Power trunk closer$350$350$350  
Remote app   $25$25
Sunshade, rear, power  $225  
Sunshades, second row, power  $225  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Around view cameras  $500  
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial   $200$200
Blind spot collision prevention   $150$150
Driver drowsiness monitor   $150$150
Full-size spare tire$225$225$225  
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75  
Lane departure prevention   $150$150
Lane departure warning$200$200 $200$200
Rearview camera$200$200 $200$200
Rollover sensor$50$50$50  
Temporary spare tire   $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based   $100$100
Wide-view front camera  $150  
Wide-view rear camera  $0  
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50  
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100$100 $100$100
Rear air vents with automatic controls  $250  
Rear dual-zone climate control  $125  
Residual heat$50$50$50  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop    $150
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable  $500  
Exterior 
Body kit  $0$0$0
Laminated front side windows  $200  
Laminated rear side windows  $100  
Rear spoiler    $200
Infotainment 
App support   $0$0
CD changer, in-dash   $325$325
CD player$125$125$125  
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200  
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225$225
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25$25  
Auto-dimming headlights  $200$200$200
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75  
Compass   $0$0
Cornering lights$50$50$50  
Fog lights$125$125$125  
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150  
LED headlights  $1000  
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50  
Xenon HID headlights$500$500 $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300  
Folding second row seats   $300$300
Massage, driver seat  $100  
Massage, passenger seat  $100  
Metal pedals   $75$75
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row$25$25$25  
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat  $100  
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat  $100  
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat  $100  
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat  $100  
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power-folding headrests, second row seats   $50$50
Synthetic suede headliner  $650  
Upholstered instrument panel$300$300$300  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active steering  $1000  
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000$1000$1000  
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0$0
Total Value of Features$7,675$7,675$12,700$4,575$4,925
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,100$3,100$8,125$0$350
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,885-2,885-7,5610-326

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Specifications Comparison: Audi A8 / S8 vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20132013
ModelA8 / S8C-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase117.8 in108.7 in
Length202.2 in180.7 in
Width76.7 in69.7 in
Height57.5 in56.3 in
Curb Weight4,377 lb.3,429 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 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in54.9 in
Row 2 Legroom37.7 in33.4 in
Cargo Volume13.2 ft312.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Audi A8 / S8 A8 3.0T

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power door closers300No
Power decklid350No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested85057%
Total Not Requested65043%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested1500100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Audi A8 / S8 A8 4.0T

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power door closers300No
Power decklid350No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested85057%
Total Not Requested65043%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested1500100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Audi A8 / S8 S8

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - passive250No
Total Requested40062%
Total Not Requested25038%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested70078%
Total Not Requested20022%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested111585%
Total Not Requested20015%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical400Yes
225/40ZR18 tires200No
Variable assist steering (optional)0No
255/35ZR18 tires200No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100No
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1450100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Folding second row seats300No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Total Requested120065%
Total Not Requested65035%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested150075%
Total Not Requested50025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - passive250No
Total Requested40062%
Total Not Requested25038%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested70078%
Total Not Requested20022%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested111585%
Total Not Requested20015%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical400Yes
225/40ZR18 tires200No
Variable assist steering (optional)0No
255/35ZR18 tires200No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100No
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1450100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested150075%
Total Not Requested50025%

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