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Lexus GS vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Lexus GS vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $53,905

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $18,525

Lowest Total Invoice: $50,204

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $17,118

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201420182018201820182018
ModelGSC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
Trim450hC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $60,430 $40,250 $47,900 $53,400 $66,100 $73,700
Base Invoice $56,200 $37,433 $44,547 $49,662 $61,473 $68,541
Adaptive cruise control 2,000          
Luxury Package 5,255          
Navigation system 1,735          
Blind spot warning system 700          
Lane departure prevention 500          
Head-up display (HUD) 900 990 990 990 990 990
Advanced Lighting Package   1,900 800 1,900 1,050 1,050
Premium Driver Assistance Package   3,050        
Multimedia Package   2,200 2,200 2,200 2,200 2,200
Leather Seating Package   1,950        
Sunshade, rear, power   440 750 440 440 440
Sunshades, second row   380   380 380 380
Heated front seats   580 580      
Cooled or ventilated front seats   450 450 450 450 450
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720 720 720 720
designo Package     3,800      
Premium Package     700      
Driver Assistance Package     2,250 2,250 2,250 2,250
Interior ambient lighting, configurable     310      
Leather seating surfaces       1,620    
AMG Leather Package         2,590  
Adaptive cruise control 1,840          
Luxury Package 4,837          
Navigation system 1,603          
Blind spot warning system 644          
Lane departure prevention 460          
Head-up display (HUD) 828 921 921 921 921 921
Advanced Lighting Package   1,767 744 1,767 977 977
Premium Driver Assistance Package   2,837        
Multimedia Package   2,046 2,046 2,046 2,046 2,046
Leather Seating Package   1,814        
Sunshade, rear, power   409 698 409 409 409
Sunshades, second row   354   354 353 353
Heated front seats   539 539      
Cooled or ventilated front seats   419 419 419 419 419
Metallic paint (extra cost)   670 670 670 670 670
designo Package     3,534      
Premium Package     651      
Driver Assistance Package     2,093 2,093 2,093 2,093
Interior ambient lighting, configurable     288      
Leather seating surfaces       1,507    
AMG Leather Package         2,409  
Options (change) 11,090 12,660 13,550 10,950 11,070 8,480
Options (change) 10,212 11,776 12,603 10,186 10,297 7,888
Destination 910 995 995 995 995 995
Gas Tax 0 0 -4,043 0 0 0
Total Price $72,430 $53,905 $58,402 $65,345 $78,165 $83,175
Total Invoice $67,322 $50,204 $54,102 $60,843 $72,765 $77,424

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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: $18,965
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,528
Model Year201420182018201820182018
ModelGSC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
Trim450hC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine286hp V6 H241hp I4208hp I4 PiH362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8
TransmissionCVT-6T9T7T9T7T7
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)299, 12?, 5?, 5?, 5590, 13590, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18225/50-17225/45-18225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19
Total Price$72,430$53,905$58,402$65,345$78,165$83,175
Adjustments for Features0-440-1,765-3,065-2,115-2,815
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$72,430$53,465$56,637$62,280$76,050$80,360
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$3,172$8,815$22,585$26,895
Total Invoice$67,322$50,204$54,102$60,843$72,765$77,424
Adjustments for Features0-410-1,635-2,854-1,969-2,620
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$67,322$49,794$52,467$57,989$70,796$74,804
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,673$8,195$21,002$25,010

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Features Comparison: Lexus GS vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year201420182018201820182018
ModelGSC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
Trim450hC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100     
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400 $1400  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1200 $1200$1200
RWD$0$0$0 $0$0
AWD   $1700  
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control$600     
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850$850$850$850$850
Eco accelerator  $100   
Heated steering wheel$100     
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
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0     
Automatic braking, low-speed $200$200$200$200$200
Blind spot collision prevention $150$150$150$150$150
Collision preparation system, rear $100$100$100$100$100
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system $0$0$0$0$0
Driver attention monitor$500     
Driver drowsiness monitor $150$150$150$150$150
Knee airbag, passenger$75     
Lane departure prevention$150     
Lane keeping assist $400$400$400$400$400
Pedestrian detection $50$50$50$50$50
Temporary spare tire$150     
Tires, run-flat $150$150$150  
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100$100$100$100$100
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter$150     
Console without shifter $150$150$150$150$150
Overhead sunglass holder $25$25$25$25$25
Rear seat pass-through$100     
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15$15$15
Rear air vents $100$100$100$100$100
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250     
Water-repellent front-door glass$15     
Wiper de-icer$25     
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   
Dual-mode exhaust    $250$250
Raised top speed limiter     $0
Exterior 
Body kit  $0$0$0$0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25$25$25$25$25
Painted brake calipers (optional)     $0
Rear spoiler    $200$200
Infotainment 
Aux input$50     
Handwriting recognition $200$200$200$200$200
In-vehicle Internet $150$150$150$150$150
Media drive $15$15$15$15$15
Navigation map updates, three years $0$0$0$0$0
Rear seat audio controls$25     
Satellite radio$200$200 $200$200$200
SD Card slot $25$25$25$25$25
Siri Eyes Free support$0     
Surround sound$250   $250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200     
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225$225$225$225
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50$50$50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25$25   
Auto-dimming headlights $200$200$200$200$200
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75     
Boost gauge   $75$75$75
Chronometer   $100$100$100
Compass $0$0$0$0$0
Cornering lights $50$50$50$50$50
Fog light, rear $100$100$100$100$100
Fog lights$125     
Headlight washers$50     
Interior ambient lighting$150     
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150$150$150$150$150
Large energy flow and fuel economy display$25 $25   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 $100   
Folding second row seats $300$300$300$300$300
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200 $200$200$200
Leather door panel trim  $250   
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150$150 
Metal pedals   $75$75$75
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50$50$50
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100     
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100     
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat$100     
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat$100     
Synthetic suede steering wheel     $150
Upholstered instrument panel$300 $300$300$300$300
Wood trim $300$300$300$300$300
Wood trim, alternative type$300     
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150     
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500 $500$500$500$500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical $100    
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable  $1000   
Crosswind stabilization $50$50$50$50$50
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0$0$0
Suggestive steering $0$0$0$0$0
Transmission 
Launch control    $100$100
Total Value of Features$6,390$6,830$8,155$9,455$8,505$9,205
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$440$1,765$3,065$2,115$2,815
Value of Feature Adjustments0-410-1,635-2,854-1,969-2,620

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Specifications Comparison: Lexus GS vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20142018
ModelGSC-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.2 in111.8 in
Length190.7 in184.5 in
Width72.4 in71.3 in
Height57.3 in56.8 in
Curb Weight3,796 lb.3,418 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.0 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.5 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.7 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.8 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume14.3 ft312.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Lexus GS 450h

Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
LED headlights-250Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Rear seat audio controls25No
Wood trim, alternative type0No
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
235/45VR18 tires400No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested47533%
Total Not Requested97567%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Speed limit information0No
App support0Yes
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
LED tail lights0No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Premium Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested135057%
Total Not Requested100043%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested72577%
Total Not Requested21523%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested115096%
Total Not Requested504%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e

Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather door panel trim250No
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Upholstered instrument panel300Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested145083%
Total Not Requested30017%
Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested40062%
Total Not Requested25038%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested72577%
Total Not Requested21523%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested90047%
Total Not Requested100053%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43

Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
LED tail lights0No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested70041%
Total Not Requested100059%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested72577%
Total Not Requested21523%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights-500Yes
Total Requested-350-700%
Total Not Requested400800%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested70041%
Total Not Requested100059%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested72577%
Total Not Requested21523%
AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S

Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
LED tail lights0No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested40050%
Total Not Requested40050%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested70041%
Total Not Requested100059%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested72577%
Total Not Requested21523%

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