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

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

Lowest Total Price: $43,475

Acura RDX   
Difference: $9,220

Lowest Total Invoice: $41,317

Acura RDX   
Difference: $7,762

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182018201820182018
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassRDX
TrimC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 SBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $40,250 $47,900 $53,400 $66,100 $73,700 $35,800
Base Invoice $37,433 $44,547 $49,662 $61,473 $68,541 $33,995
Advanced Lighting Package 1,900 800 1,900 1,050 1,050  
Premium Driver Assistance Package 3,050          
Multimedia Package 2,200          
Leather Seating Package 1,950 1,950        
Cooled or ventilated front seats 450 450 450 450 450  
Heated front seats 580 580        
Rear spoiler 350 350        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 720 720  
Power trunk closer 250 250        
Driver Assistance Package   2,250        
Garmin Map Pilot   625 625 625 625  
Parktronic Package   970        
Smartphone integration   350        
Interior ambient lighting, configurable   310        
Leather seating surfaces     1,620      
Carbon fiber rear spoiler     700      
AMG Leather Package       2,590    
Advance Package           6,700
Advanced Lighting Package 1,767 744 1,767 977 977  
Premium Driver Assistance Package 2,837          
Multimedia Package 2,046          
Leather Seating Package 1,814 1,814        
Cooled or ventilated front seats 419 419 419 419 419  
Heated front seats 539 539        
Rear spoiler 326 326        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670 670 670  
Power trunk closer 233 233        
Driver Assistance Package   2,093        
Garmin Map Pilot   581 581 581 581  
Parktronic Package   902        
Smartphone integration   326        
Interior ambient lighting, configurable   288        
Leather seating surfaces     1,507      
Carbon fiber rear spoiler     651      
AMG Leather Package       2,409    
Advance Package           6,347
Options (change) 11,450 9,605 6,015 5,435 2,845 6,700
Options (change) 10,651 8,935 5,595 5,056 2,647 6,347
Destination 995 995 995 995 995 975
Gas Tax 0 -4,043 0 0 0 0
Total Price $52,695 $54,457 $60,410 $72,530 $77,540 $43,475
Total Invoice $49,079 $50,434 $56,252 $67,524 $72,183 $41,317

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Acura RDX
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,130
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,644
Model Year201820182018201820182018
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassRDX
TrimC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 SBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine241hp I4208hp I4 PiH362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8279hp V6
TransmissionT9T7T9T7T7T6
DrivetrainRWDRWDAWDRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 5?, 5?, 5590, 13590, 13410, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/45-18225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19235/60-18
Total Price$52,695$54,457$60,410$72,530$77,540$43,475
Adjustments for Features-2,090-3,750-2,450-1,200-1,9000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$50,605$50,707$57,960$71,330$75,640$43,475
Cost Above Minimum$0$102$7,355$20,725$25,035$0
Total Invoice$49,079$50,434$56,252$67,524$72,183$41,317
Adjustments for Features-1,947-3,473-2,281-1,117-1,7690
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$47,132$46,961$53,971$66,407$70,414$41,317
Cost Above Minimum$171$0$7,010$19,446$23,453$0

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

Model Year201820182018201820182018
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassRDX
TrimC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 SBase
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400 $1400   
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200 $1200$1200 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic     $1100
RWD$0$0 $0$0 
AWD  $1700   
FWD     $0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction     $0
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850   $850
Cruise control  $150$150$150 
Eco accelerator $100    
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100    
Power liftgate     $350
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     $150
Remote start via app$75$75$75$75$75 
Semi-automated parking system $500    
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual     $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350$350$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats     $0
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150    
Collision preparation system, rear$100$100    
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system$0$0    
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100   $100
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150$150 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75$75 
Lane departure warning$200$200   $200
Lane keeping assist$400$400   $400
Obstacle detection, front $150   $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250   $250
Pedestrian detection$50$50   $50
Rear side airbags$300$300$300$300$300 
Rollover sensor     $50
Temporary spare tire     $150
Tires, run-flat$150$150$150   
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100$100$100$100 
Wide-view rear camera     $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover     $75
Console with shifter     $150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150$150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25$25$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100$100$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15$15 
Rear wiper     $175
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 
Bodyside cladding     $350
Carbon fiber rear spoiler  $300   
Deep-tinted rear windows     $275
Painted brake calipers (optional)    $0 
Rear spoiler$200$200 $200$200$200
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100    
App support$0    $0
Apple CarPlay support $100    
Aux input     $50
DVD-Audio-compatible player     $0
DVD-compatible player$0     
Handwriting recognition$200     
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150$150 
Media drive$15    $15
Navigation map updates, three years$0     
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 
Traffic + travel information$25    $25
Traffic information $25$25$25$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$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 
Cornering lights$50$50$50$50$50 
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100$100 
Fog lights     $125
Interior ambient lighting     $150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150$150 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25    
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50$50$50 
Spotter mirror(s)     $50
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100   $100
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200 $200$200$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150 $150
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150$150$150 
Metal pedals  $75$75$75 
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
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 trim$300$300$300$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500$500$500$500 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100    $100
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable $1000    
Alloy wheels$350$350$350$350$350 
Crosswind stabilization$50$50$50$50$50 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200$200 
Machined alloy wheels     $350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0$0 
Suggestive steering$0$0$0$0$0 
Transmission 
Launch control   $100$100 
Total Value of Features$9,555$11,215$9,915$8,665$9,365$7,465
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,090$3,750$2,450$1,200$1,900$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,947-3,473-2,281-1,117-1,7690

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

Model Year20182018
ModelC-ClassRDX
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase111.8 in105.7 in
Length184.5 in184.4 in
Width71.3 in73.7 in
Height56.8 in65.0 in
Curb Weight3,418 lb.3,738 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.16.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in58.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in57.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.8 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in38.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
12.6 ft326.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
12.661.3 ft3

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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 headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested25028%
Total Not Requested65072%
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 detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested210089%
Total Not Requested25011%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
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 seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e

Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested25038%
Total Not Requested40062%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested165087%
Total Not Requested25013%
Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%

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 headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested25028%
Total Not Requested65072%
Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested25031%
Total Not Requested55069%
Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%
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 headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested25031%
Total Not Requested55069%
Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Acura RDX

Advance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Fog lights125No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Remote start150No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Navigation system600Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
ELS, 410W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Total Requested545088%
Total Not Requested71512%

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