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Lexus GS 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.
Lexus GS vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $47,960 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 | |||||||
| Difference: $1,170 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $42,989 Lexus GS 300 | |||||||
| Difference: $1,686 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GS | GS | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 300 | 430 | C300 | C350e | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $43,150 | $51,375 | $40,250 | $47,900 | $53,400 | $66,100 | $73,700 |
| Base Invoice | $37,971 | $44,694 | $37,433 | $44,547 | $49,662 | $61,473 | $68,541 |
| Navigation system | 2,250 | 2,250 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 500 | 500 | |||||
| Tires, run-flat | 400 | 400 | |||||
| Sunroof | 1,000 | 1,000 | |||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | 525 | 225 | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 200 | 200 | 450 | 450 | 450 | 450 | 450 |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | 200 | 350 | 350 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 210 | 210 | 440 | 750 | 440 | 440 | 440 |
| Garmin Map Pilot | 625 | 625 | 625 | 625 | 625 | ||
| Leather Seating Package | 1,950 | 1,950 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| Heated front seats | 580 | 580 | |||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 500 | 500 | |||||
| Power trunk closer | 250 | 250 | |||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 850 | 850 | 850 | 850 | |||
| Parktronic Package | 970 | ||||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | ||||||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 700 | ||||||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,895 | 1,895 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 400 | 400 | |||||
| Tires, run-flat | 320 | 320 | |||||
| Sunroof | 800 | 800 | |||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | 420 | 180 | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 160 | 160 | 419 | 419 | 419 | 419 | 419 |
| Rear spoiler | 160 | 160 | 326 | 326 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 168 | 168 | 409 | 698 | 409 | 409 | 409 |
| Garmin Map Pilot | 581 | 581 | 581 | 581 | 581 | ||
| Leather Seating Package | 1,814 | 1,814 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||
| Heated front seats | 539 | 539 | |||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 465 | 465 | |||||
| Power trunk closer | 233 | 233 | |||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 791 | 791 | 791 | 791 | |||
| Parktronic Package | 902 | ||||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | ||||||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 651 | ||||||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 5,285 | 4,985 | 6,715 | 7,995 | 5,405 | 4,825 | 3,085 |
| Options (change) | 4,323 | 4,083 | 6,247 | 7,438 | 5,028 | 4,488 | 2,870 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4,043 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $49,130 | $57,055 | $47,960 | $52,847 | $59,800 | $71,920 | $77,780 |
| Total Invoice | $42,989 | $49,472 | $44,675 | $48,937 | $55,685 | $66,956 | $72,406 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus GS vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,870 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $829 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GS | GS | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 300 | 430 | C300 | C350e | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 245hp V6 | 300hp V8 | 241hp I4 | 208hp I4 PiH | 362hp V6 | 469hp V8 | 503hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T9 | T7 | T9 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 134, 10 | 134, 10 | ?, 5 | ?, 5 | ?, 5 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 245/40-18 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/35-19 |
| Total Price | $49,130 | $57,055 | $47,960 | $52,847 | $59,800 | $71,920 | $77,780 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,500 | -2,700 | -5,150 | -5,650 | -4,600 | -5,300 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $49,130 | $55,555 | $45,260 | $47,697 | $54,150 | $67,320 | $72,480 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $6,425 | $0 | $2,437 | $8,890 | $22,060 | $27,220 |
| Total Invoice | $42,989 | $49,472 | $44,675 | $48,937 | $55,685 | $66,956 | $72,406 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,301 | -2,515 | -4,769 | -5,261 | -4,283 | -4,934 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $42,989 | $48,171 | $42,160 | $44,168 | $50,424 | $62,673 | $67,472 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $5,182 | $0 | $2,008 | $8,264 | $20,513 | $25,312 |
Features Comparison: Lexus GS vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GS | GS | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 300 | 430 | C300 | C350e | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||||||
| Accessories | |||||||
| Eco accelerator | $100 | ||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power trunk / liftgate pull-down | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||||||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | ||||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | |||||
| Drivetrain | |||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||||
| Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented) | $500 | ||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | ||||||
| 6 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | ||||||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | ||||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Infotainment | |||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Cassette player | $50 | $50 | |||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | ||||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Active steering | $1000 | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,115 | $5,615 | $6,815 | $9,265 | $9,765 | $8,715 | $9,415 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,500 | $2,700 | $5,150 | $5,650 | $4,600 | $5,300 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,301 | -2,515 | -4,769 | -5,261 | -4,283 | -4,934 |
Specifications Comparison: Lexus GS vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2006 | 2018 |
| Model | GS | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 111.8 in |
| Length | 190.0 in | 184.5 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 56.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,705 lb. | 3,418 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.5 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.0 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.4 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.7 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
| Power trunk closer | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
| Leather Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 12% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 36% |
| Power trunk closer | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
| Parktronic Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Leather Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 12% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
| AMG Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
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