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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Acura RL Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Acura RL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $46,670 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport | |||||
| Difference: $10,375 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $43,465 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport | |||||
| Difference: $8,722 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | RL |
| Trim | C250 Sport | C300 Sport | C350 Sport | C63 AMG | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $34,800 | $38,020 | $40,575 | $58,930 | $48,200 |
| Base Invoice | $32,364 | $35,359 | $37,735 | $54,805 | $44,098 |
| Leather Package | 1,750 | 1,750 | 1,750 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,500 | 2,500 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,790 | 2,790 | 2,790 | 2,790 | |
| Lighting Package | 1,290 | 1,290 | 1,290 | 1,290 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Proximity key | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 970 | 970 | |
| Wood trim | 325 | 325 | 0 | 0 | |
| AMG Leather Package | 3,090 | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | 2,030 | ||||
| Advance Package | 7,950 | ||||
| Leather Package | 1,628 | 1,628 | 1,628 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,325 | 2,325 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,595 | 2,595 | 2,595 | 2,595 | |
| Lighting Package | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | |
| Proximity key | 605 | 605 | 605 | 605 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 902 | 902 | |
| Wood trim | 302 | 302 | 0 | 0 | |
| AMG Leather Package | 2,874 | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | 1,888 | ||||
| Advance Package | 7,194 | ||||
| Options (change) | 10,995 | 10,995 | 8,170 | 11,540 | 7,950 |
| Options (change) | 10,226 | 10,226 | 7,599 | 10,733 | 7,194 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 895 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,700 | 0 |
| Total Price | $46,670 | $49,890 | $49,620 | $73,045 | $57,045 |
| Total Invoice | $43,465 | $46,460 | $46,209 | $68,113 | $52,187 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Acura RL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,640 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,135 | |||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | RL |
| Trim | C250 Sport | C300 Sport | C350 Sport | C63 AMG | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 228hp V6 | 302hp V6 | 451hp V8 | 300hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 260, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 | 245/45-18 |
| Total Price | $46,670 | $49,890 | $49,620 | $73,045 | $57,045 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,700 | -200 | -1,000 | -1,735 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,670 | $48,190 | $49,420 | $72,045 | $55,310 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,520 | $2,750 | $25,375 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $43,465 | $46,460 | $46,209 | $68,113 | $52,187 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,583 | -186 | -932 | -1,587 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,465 | $44,877 | $46,023 | $67,181 | $50,600 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,412 | $2,558 | $23,716 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Acura RL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | RL |
| Trim | C250 Sport | C300 Sport | C350 Sport | C63 AMG | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | ||||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | ||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $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 | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $4,305 | $6,005 | $4,505 | $5,305 | $6,040 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,700 | $200 | $1,000 | $1,735 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,583 | -186 | -932 | -1,587 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Acura RL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | RL |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 110.2 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 195.8 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 72.7 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 57.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,429 lb. | 4,100 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 19.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.3 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.9 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.4 in | 36.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 21% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 43% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1125 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 3% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 21% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 43% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1125 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 3% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 21% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1125 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 3% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| AMG Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1125 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 3% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Acura RL
| Advance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1625 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 42% |
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