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Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,610 Ford Taurus Limited | ||||||
| Difference: $4,130 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,589 Ford Taurus Limited | ||||||
| Difference: $4,495 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Limited | C230 Sport Sedan | C280 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C350 Luxury Sedan | C55 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,670 | $29,200 | $32,950 | $37,550 | $38,150 | $54,450 |
| Base Invoice | $28,053 | $27,156 | $30,644 | $34,922 | $35,480 | $50,639 |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 2,210 | 2,210 | 2,210 | 2,210 | 2,210 |
| Sunroof | 895 | |||||
| Sunshade, rear | 225 | |||||
| Power driver seat | 600 | 600 | ||||
| Sunroof Package | 1,790 | 1,790 | 1,790 | 1,790 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 690 | 690 | 690 | 690 | 690 | |
| Folding second row seats | 290 | 290 | 290 | 290 | ||
| Satellite radio | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 680 | 680 | 680 | 680 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 765 | 765 | 765 | 765 | 765 | |
| CD changer, remote | 420 | 420 | 420 | 420 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 820 | 820 | 820 | 820 | ||
| Premium Package | 925 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,736 | 2,055 | 2,055 | 2,055 | 2,055 | 2,055 |
| Sunroof | 779 | |||||
| Sunshade, rear | 196 | |||||
| Power driver seat | 558 | 558 | ||||
| Sunroof Package | 1,665 | 1,665 | 1,665 | 1,665 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 642 | 642 | 642 | 642 | 642 | |
| Folding second row seats | 270 | 270 | 270 | 270 | ||
| Satellite radio | 465 | 465 | 465 | 465 | 465 | |
| Heated front seats | 633 | 633 | 633 | 633 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 711 | 711 | 711 | 711 | 711 | |
| CD changer, remote | 391 | 391 | 391 | 391 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 763 | 763 | 763 | 763 | ||
| Premium Package | 860 | |||||
| Options (change) | 3,115 | 8,765 | 8,765 | 8,165 | 8,165 | 5,090 |
| Options (change) | 2,711 | 8,153 | 8,153 | 7,595 | 7,595 | 4,733 |
| Destination | 825 | 775 | 775 | 775 | 775 | 775 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $34,610 | $38,740 | $42,490 | $46,490 | $47,090 | $61,615 |
| Total Invoice | $31,589 | $36,084 | $39,572 | $43,292 | $43,850 | $57,447 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus Limited | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,740 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,052 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Limited | C230 Sport Sedan | C280 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C350 Luxury Sedan | C55 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 201hp V6 | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 362hp V8 |
| Transmission | A6 | M6 | T7 | M6 | T7 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | 320, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-18 | 225/45-17 | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 205/55-16 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $34,610 | $38,740 | $42,490 | $46,490 | $47,090 | $61,615 |
| Adjustments for Features | -610 | 0 | -1,225 | -300 | -1,525 | -1,900 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,000 | $38,740 | $41,265 | $46,190 | $45,565 | $59,715 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,525 | $7,450 | $6,825 | $20,975 |
| Total Invoice | $31,589 | $36,084 | $39,572 | $43,292 | $43,850 | $57,447 |
| Adjustments for Features | -557 | 0 | -1,141 | -279 | -1,420 | -1,771 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,032 | $36,084 | $38,431 | $43,013 | $42,430 | $55,676 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,347 | $6,929 | $6,346 | $19,592 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Limited | C230 Sport Sedan | C280 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C350 Luxury Sedan | C55 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |||||
| FWD | $0 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | |||||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Aux input | $50 | |||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | |||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Total Value of Features | $3,190 | $2,580 | $3,805 | $2,880 | $4,105 | $4,480 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $610 | $0 | $1,225 | $300 | $1,525 | $1,900 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -557 | 0 | -1,141 | -279 | -1,420 | -1,771 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 106.9 in |
| Length | 200.4 in | 178.4 in |
| Width | 74.5 in | 68.0 in |
| Height | 61.5 in | 55.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,644 lb. | 3,406 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 16.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 51.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 41.3 in | 33.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 21.2 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C230 Sport Sedan
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Power driver seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 30% |
| Sunroof Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C280 Luxury Sedan
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Power driver seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 30% |
| Sunroof Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Sunroof Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Luxury Sedan
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Sunroof Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C55
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 67% |
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