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

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

Lowest Total Price: $45,630

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan   
Difference: $6,135

Lowest Total Invoice: $42,495

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan   
Difference: $5,842

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620162016200920092009
ModelRXRXRXC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
Trim350350 F Sport450hC300 Sport SedanC300 Luxury SedanC350 Sport Sedan
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $41,900 $50,275 $52,235 $32,900 $34,650 $39,000
Base Invoice $39,177 $47,013 $49,101 $30,597 $32,225 $36,270
Navigation Package 1,750 1,750        
Luxury Package 4,610          
Cooled or ventilated front seats 640          
Cold Weather Package 315          
Panoramic sunroof 1,600 500 500 1,050 1,050 1,050
Leather seating surfaces       1,570 1,570 1,570
Premium II Package       3,500 3,500 1,350
Multimedia Package       2,980 2,980 2,980
Illuminated door sill trim plates       700 700 700
Wood trim       310    
Telematics service, such as OnStar       650 650 650
iPod integration       375 375 375
Metallic paint (extra cost)       720 720 720
Navigation Package 1,619 1,619        
Luxury Package 4,241          
Cooled or ventilated front seats 589          
Cold Weather Package 289          
Panoramic sunroof 1,472 460 460 976 976 976
Leather seating surfaces       1,460 1,460 1,460
Premium II Package       3,255 3,255 1,256
Multimedia Package       2,771 2,771 2,771
Illuminated door sill trim plates       651 651 651
Wood trim       288    
Telematics service, such as OnStar       604 604 604
iPod integration       349 349 349
Metallic paint (extra cost)       669 669 669
Options (change) 8,915 2,250 500 11,855 11,545 9,395
Options (change) 8,210 2,079 460 11,023 10,735 8,736
Destination 950 950 950 875 875 875
Total Price $51,765 $53,475 $53,685 $45,630 $47,070 $49,270
Total Invoice $48,337 $50,042 $50,511 $42,495 $43,835 $45,881

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus RX vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,460
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,477
Model Year201620162016200920092009
ModelRXRXRXC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
Trim350350 F Sport450hC300 Sport SedanC300 Luxury SedanC350 Sport Sedan
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine295hp V6295hp V6259hp V6 H228hp V6228hp V6268hp V6
TransmissionT8T8CVT-6M6T7T7
DrivetrainFWDAWDFWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 12?, 12?, 12450, 12450, 12450, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/55-20235/55-20235/65-18225/45-17225/45-17225/45-17
Total Price$51,765$53,475$53,685$45,630$47,070$49,270
Adjustments for Features-4,675-6,150-4,2250-975-1,250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$47,090$47,325$49,460$45,630$46,095$48,020
Cost Above Minimum$0$235$2,370$0$465$2,390
Total Invoice$48,337$50,042$50,511$42,495$43,835$45,881
Adjustments for Features-4,365-5,755-3,9750-908-1,164
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$43,972$44,287$46,536$42,495$42,927$44,717
Cost Above Minimum$0$315$2,564$0$432$2,222

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

Model Year201620162016200920092009
ModelRXRXRXC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
Trim350350 F Sport450hC300 Sport SedanC300 Luxury SedanC350 Sport Sedan
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300    
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT  $1100   
6-speed manual   $150  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1200$1200
FWD$0 $0   
AWD $1700    
RWD   $0$0$0
Accessories 
Electronic engine sound enhancement $0    
Heated steering wheel$100     
Power liftgate$350$350$350   
Proximity key$250$250$250   
Remote app$25$25$25   
Sunshade, rear, power   $225$225$225
Sunshades, second row$125     
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system  $200   
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100   
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75   
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75   
Obstacle detection, front  $150   
Obstacle detection, rear  $250   
Rear side airbags$300$300$300   
Rearview camera$200$200$200   
Rollover sensor$50$50$50   
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0   
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75$75$75   
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25   
Rear seat pass-through   $100$100$100
Roof rails$250$250$250   
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles   $15$15$15
Rear wiper$175$175$175   
Water-repellent front-door glass$15$15$15   
Wiper de-icer$25     
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150   
Exterior 
Body kit   $0 $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 $25$25$25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275$275   
Laminated front side windows$200$200$200   
Rear bumper protector$40$40$40   
Rear spoiler$200$200$200  $200
Self-repairing paint$0$0$0   
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75$75   
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0   
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25   
CD changer, in-dash   $325$325$325
CD player$125$125$125   
HD radio$50$50$50   
iPod integration   $100$100$100
Media drive   $15$15$15
SD Card slot   $25$25$25
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0$0   
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25   
Surround sound   $250$250$250
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25   
USB port$25$25$25   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25$25   
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75   
Fog light, rear   $100$100$100
Headlight washers$50  $50$50$50
Interior ambient lighting$150$150    
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750$750   
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25   
Performance meter $150    
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50   
Steering-linked fog lights   $50$50$50
Tachometer$75$75 $75$75$75
Xenon HID headlights   $500$500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100    
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300$300$300   
Door sill trim plates $100$100   
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200  $200$200$200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150$150$150
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75$75$75   
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $50$50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $50$50$50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75$75   
Metal pedals $75 $75 $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150     
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150     
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100   
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100$100   
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100     
Power-folding headrests, second row seats   $50$50$50
Wood trim  $300$300$300$300
Wood trim, alternative type$300     
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150     
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500    
Adaptive dampers - mechanical   $100$100$100
Alloy wheels $350$350$350$350$350
Chrome-coated alloy wheels$600     
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200   
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 $0 $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100    
Total Value of Features$8,005$9,480$7,555$3,330$4,305$4,580
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,675$6,150$4,225$0$975$1,250
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,365-5,755-3,9750-908-1,164

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

Model Year20162009
ModelRXC-Class
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase109.8 in108.7 in
Length192.5 in182.3 in
Width74.6 in69.7 in
Height67.7 in56.3 in
Curb Weight4,223 lb.3,528 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.2 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.8 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.6 in52.3 in
Row 1 Legroom44.1 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom39.1 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.6 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.1 in54.9 in
Row 2 Legroom38.0 in33.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
18.4 ft312.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
56.3 ft312.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Lexus RX 350

Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Automatic air recirculation100Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Unbranded, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Speed limit information0No
Vehicle health reports0No
App support0No
Total Requested77567%
Total Not Requested37533%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Sunshades, second row125No
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel0No
Heated steering wheel100No
Interior ambient lighting150No
Wood trim, alternative type300Yes
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Chrome-coated alloy wheels250No
235/55VR20 tires400No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Roof rails250No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested192555%
Total Not Requested160045%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Quick response PTC heater (optional)0No
Total Requested15086%
Total Not Requested2514%

Option Package Details
Lexus RX 350 F Sport

Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Automatic air recirculation100Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Unbranded, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Speed limit information0No
Vehicle health reports0No
App support0No
Total Requested77567%
Total Not Requested37533%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium II Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Headlight washers50Yes
Steering-linked fog lights50No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested205081%
Total Not Requested47519%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested70045%
Total Not Requested84055%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Luxury Sedan

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium II Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Headlight washers50Yes
Steering-linked fog lights50No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested205081%
Total Not Requested47519%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested70045%
Total Not Requested84055%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested70045%
Total Not Requested84055%
Premium II Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Headlight washers50Yes
Steering-linked fog lights50No
Total Requested85064%
Total Not Requested47536%

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