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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: $6,800 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,589 Ford Taurus Limited | |||||
| Difference: $6,981 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Limited | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,670 | $31,600 | $33,300 | $36,900 | $53,800 |
| Base Invoice | $28,053 | $29,388 | $30,969 | $34,317 | $50,034 |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | ||||
| Sunroof | 895 | ||||
| Sunshade, rear | 225 | ||||
| Premium II Package | 2,750 | 2,750 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,950 | 2,950 | 2,950 | 2,950 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,550 | 1,550 | 1,550 | ||
| iPod integration | 375 | 375 | 375 | 375 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | 710 | 710 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,736 | ||||
| Sunroof | 779 | ||||
| Sunshade, rear | 196 | ||||
| Premium II Package | 2,558 | 2,558 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,744 | 2,744 | 2,744 | 2,744 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 604 | 604 | 604 | 604 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,442 | 1,442 | 1,442 | ||
| iPod integration | 349 | 349 | 349 | 349 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 660 | 660 | 660 | 660 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||
| Options (change) | 3,115 | 8,985 | 8,985 | 6,235 | 4,685 |
| Options (change) | 2,711 | 8,357 | 8,357 | 5,799 | 4,357 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 825 | 825 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,700 |
| Total Price | $34,610 | $41,410 | $43,110 | $43,960 | $61,060 |
| Total Invoice | $31,589 | $38,570 | $40,151 | $40,941 | $56,966 |
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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: $6,020 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,254 | |||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Limited | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 228hp V6 | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 451hp V8 |
| Transmission | A6 | M6 | T7 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-18 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $34,610 | $41,410 | $43,110 | $43,960 | $61,060 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -780 | -1,955 | -1,005 | -1,705 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,610 | $40,630 | $41,155 | $42,955 | $59,355 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $525 | $2,325 | $18,725 |
| Total Invoice | $31,589 | $38,570 | $40,151 | $40,941 | $56,966 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -727 | -1,821 | -936 | -1,591 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,589 | $37,843 | $38,330 | $40,005 | $55,375 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $487 | $2,162 | $17,532 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Limited | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | ||||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| USB port | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $3,240 | $4,020 | $5,195 | $4,245 | $4,945 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $780 | $1,955 | $1,005 | $1,705 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -727 | -1,821 | -936 | -1,591 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 200.4 in | 182.3 in |
| Width | 74.5 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 61.5 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,644 lb. | 3,528 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 52.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 41.3 in | 33.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 21.2 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 1325 | 58% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 640 | 42% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Luxury Sedan
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 1325 | 58% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 640 | 42% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 640 | 42% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 640 | 42% |
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