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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Acura ILX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Acura ILX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $36,065

Acura ILX   
Difference: $16,140

Lowest Total Invoice: $34,297

Acura ILX   
Difference: $14,319

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20172017201720172018
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassILX
TrimC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 SBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $39,500 $52,000 $65,200 $72,800 $28,100
Base Invoice $36,735 $48,360 $60,636 $67,704 $26,701
Premium 4 Package 8,650 7,400 5,700 5,700  
Heated front seats 580        
Panoramic sunroof 1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480  
Rear spoiler 350        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 720  
Carbon fiber rear spoiler   700      
Technology Plus Package         5,000
A -SPEC Package         2,000
Premium 4 Package 8,045 6,882 5,301 5,301  
Heated front seats 539        
Panoramic sunroof 1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376  
Rear spoiler 326        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670 670  
Carbon fiber rear spoiler   651      
Technology Plus Package         4,737
A -SPEC Package         1,894
Options (change) 11,780 10,300 7,900 7,900 7,000
Options (change) 10,956 9,579 7,347 7,347 6,631
Destination 925 925 925 925 965
Total Price $52,205 $63,225 $74,025 $81,625 $36,065
Total Invoice $48,616 $58,864 $68,908 $75,976 $34,297

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Acura ILX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Acura ILX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,200
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,719
Model Year20172017201720172018
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassILX
TrimC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 SBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine241hp I4362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8201hp I4
TransmissionT7T9T7T7S8
DrivetrainRWDAWDRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13365, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19225/40-18
Total Price$52,205$63,225$74,025$81,625$36,065
Adjustments for Features-4,940-8,615-7,115-8,2650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$47,265$54,610$66,910$73,360$36,065
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,345$19,645$26,095$0
Total Invoice$48,616$58,864$68,908$75,976$34,297
Adjustments for Features-4,600-8,021-6,623-7,6930
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$44,016$50,843$62,285$68,283$34,297
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,827$18,269$24,267$0

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Acura ILX

Model Year20172017201720172018
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassILX
TrimC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 SBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200 $1200$1200 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400   
8-speed automated manual    $1300
RWD$0 $0$0 
AWD $1700   
FWD    $0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction    $0
Adaptive cruise control    $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850$850 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100$100$100 
Power trunk closer$350$350$350$350 
Remote app$25$25$25$25 
Remote climate control$25$25$25$25 
Remote start via app$75$75$75$75 
Sunshade, rear, power$225$225$225$225 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual    $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats    $0
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200$200 
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150$150$150 
Collision preparation system, rear$100$100$100$100 
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system$0$0$0$0 
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75 
Rear side airbags$300$300$300$300 
Rollover sensor    $50
Tires, run-flat$150$150   
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100$100$100 
Wide-view rear camera    $0
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter    $150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100$100 
Fragrance atomizer$200$200$200$200 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15 
Ionizing air filtration$50$50$50$50 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175$175$175 
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100 
Variable intermittent wipers    $75
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential   $500 
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)   $500 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150 
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 
Carbon fiber rear spoiler $300   
Painted brake calipers (optional)   $0 
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200$1200 
Rear spoiler$200 $200$200$200
Sunroof    $900
Infotainment 
Aux input    $50
DVD-Audio-compatible player    $0
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0$0 
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150 
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0 
SD Card slot$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 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25    
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75$75 
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200$200 
Boost gauge $75$75$75 
Chronometer $100$100$100 
Cornering lights$50$50$50$50 
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100 
Fog lights    $125
Interior ambient lighting    $150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150 
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50$50 
Spotter mirror(s)    $50
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates    $100
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200$200$200 
Leather seating surfaces   $900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 $150
Memory system, passenger seat $150$150$150 
Metal pedals $75$75$75$75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150$150$150 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0$0$0  
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces $450$450 $450
Synthetic suede steering wheel   $150 
Upholstered instrument panel $300$300$300 
Wood trim$300$300$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500$500$500 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100   $100
Crosswind stabilization$50$50$50$50 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0 
Suggestive steering$0$0$0$0 
Transmission 
Launch control  $100$100 
Total Value of Features$9,915$13,590$12,090$13,240$4,975
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,940$8,615$7,115$8,265$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,600-8,021-6,623-7,6930

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Acura ILX

Model Year20172018
ModelC-ClassILX
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.8 in105.1 in
Length184.5 in181.9 in
Width71.3 in70.6 in
Height56.8 in55.6 in
Curb Weight3,418 lb.3,094 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in55.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in50.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in35.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in53.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in51.7 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in34.0 in
Cargo Volume12.6 ft312.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Power decklid350No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Handwriting recognition200No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights1000Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested339052%
Total Not Requested307548%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Power decklid350No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Handwriting recognition200No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights1000Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested274047%
Total Not Requested307553%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Power decklid350No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested174040%
Total Not Requested262560%

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

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Power decklid350No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
LED tail lights0No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights1000Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested249049%
Total Not Requested262551%

Option Package Details
Acura ILX

Technology Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
ELS, 365W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Compass0Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Partial leather seating sufaces450No
HD radio50Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
App support0Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested389083%
Total Not Requested80017%
A -SPEC Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125No
Body kit0Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Special interior trim0No
Metal pedals75Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces450Yes
225/40VR18 tires400No
Total Requested72558%
Total Not Requested52542%

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