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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: $56,295

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $18,375

Lowest Total Invoice: $52,422

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $16,971

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201520172017201720172017
ModelGSC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
Trim450hC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $61,330 $39,500 $46,050 $52,000 $65,200 $72,800
Base Invoice $57,037 $36,735 $42,827 $48,360 $60,636 $67,704
F Sport Package 4,480          
Rear wheel steering 1,700          
Adaptive cruise control 2,000          
Navigation system 1,735          
Blind spot warning system 700          
Lane departure prevention 500          
Head-up display (HUD) 900 990 990 990 990 990
Power trunk closer 400          
Premium 4 Package   8,650 8,650 7,400 5,700 5,700
Heated front seats   580 580      
Leather Seating Package   2,050 2,050      
Panoramic sunroof   1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480
Upholstered instrument panel   350 350      
Rear spoiler   350 350      
Heated steering wheel   250 250      
Cooled or ventilated front seats   450 450 450 450 450
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720 720 720 720
Carbon fiber rear spoiler       700    
Leather seating surfaces       1,620    
designo Package         3,100 500
F Sport Package 4,124          
Rear wheel steering 1,564          
Adaptive cruise control 1,840          
Navigation system 1,603          
Blind spot warning system 644          
Lane departure prevention 460          
Head-up display (HUD) 828 921 921 921 921 921
Power trunk closer 368          
Premium 4 Package   8,045 8,045 6,882 5,301 5,301
Heated front seats   539 539      
Leather Seating Package   1,907 1,907      
Panoramic sunroof   1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376
Upholstered instrument panel   326 326      
Rear spoiler   326 326      
Heated steering wheel   233 233      
Cooled or ventilated front seats   419 419 419 419 419
Metallic paint (extra cost)   670 670 670 670 670
Carbon fiber rear spoiler       651    
Leather seating surfaces       1,507    
designo Package         2,883 465
Options (change) 12,415 15,870 15,870 13,360 12,440 9,840
Options (change) 11,431 14,762 14,762 12,426 11,570 9,152
Destination 925 925 925 925 925 925
Gas Tax 0 0 -4,043 0 0 0
Total Price $74,670 $56,295 $58,802 $66,285 $78,565 $83,565
Total Invoice $69,393 $52,422 $54,471 $61,711 $73,131 $77,781

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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: $17,815
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,451
Model Year201520172017201720172017
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-6T7T7T9T7T7
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)299, 12590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/40-19225/50-17225/45-18225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19
Total Price$74,670$56,295$58,802$66,285$78,565$83,565
Adjustments for Features-5600-1,525-2,525-1,275-1,975
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$74,110$56,295$57,277$63,760$77,290$81,590
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$982$7,465$20,995$25,295
Total Invoice$69,393$52,422$54,471$61,711$73,131$77,781
Adjustments for Features-5200-1,413-2,351-1,187-1,838
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$68,873$52,422$53,058$59,360$71,944$75,943
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$636$6,938$19,522$23,521

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

Model Year201520172017201720172017
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     
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200$1200 $1200$1200
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1400  
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   
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100$100$100$100$100
Heated steering wheel$100$100$100   
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
High performance brake pads (optional)$0     
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 
Fragrance atomizer $200$200$200$200$200
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15$15$15
Ionizing air filtration $50$50$50$50$50
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
Carbon fiber rear spoiler   $300  
Painted brake calipers (optional)     $0
Panoramic sunroof $1200$1200$1200$1200$1200
Rear spoiler$200$200$200 $200$200
Sunroof$900     
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
SD Card slot $25$25$25$25$25
Siri Eyes Free support$0     
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 
Aluminum trim$100     
Door sill trim plates$100     
Folding second row seats $300$300$300$300$300
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200$200$200$200$200
Leather door panel trim    $250$250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150$150 
Memory system, passenger seat $150$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     
Synthetic suede steering wheel     $150
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150     
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active steering$1000     
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
Rear wheel steering$1500     
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 $0$0$0$0
Suggestive steering $0$0$0$0$0
Transmission 
Launch control    $100$100
Total Value of Features$8,315$7,755$9,280$10,280$9,030$9,730
Value of Feature Adjustments$560$0$1,525$2,525$1,275$1,975
Value of Feature Adjustments-5200-1,413-2,351-1,187-1,838

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

Model Year20152017
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

F Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
LED headlights-250Yes
Active steering1000No
265/35YR19 tires200No
235/40YR19 tires200No
Special exterior trim0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
High performance brake pads (optional)0No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Performance braking system (optional)250No
Rear spoiler200Yes
Aluminum trim100No
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
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Total Requested65025%
Total Not Requested195075%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Speed limit information0No
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights1000Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested405063%
Total Not Requested241537%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested100083%
Total Not Requested20017%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights1000Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested405063%
Total Not Requested241537%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested100083%
Total Not Requested20017%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights1000Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested340058%
Total Not Requested241542%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights-500Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested165046%
Total Not Requested196554%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250No
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested90078%
Total Not Requested25022%

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

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
LED tail lights0No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights1000Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested315062%
Total Not Requested196538%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested250100%

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