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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A5 / S5 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. Audi A5 / S5 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $40,760 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan | ||||||
| Difference: $9,490 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $37,966 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan | ||||||
| Difference: $8,832 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | A5 / S5 | A5 / S5 |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG | A5 2.0T | S5 4.2 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $31,600 | $33,300 | $36,900 | $53,800 | $36,900 | $53,650 |
| Base Invoice | $29,388 | $30,969 | $34,317 | $50,034 | $34,318 | $49,895 |
| Premium II Package | 2,750 | 2,750 | 1,350 | 1,080 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,950 | 2,950 | 2,950 | 2,950 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,550 | 1,550 | 1,550 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | 710 | 710 | 475 | 475 |
| iPod integration | 375 | 375 | 375 | 375 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | 350 | 500 | |||
| Sport Package | 1,450 | |||||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 1,000 | |||||
| Prestige Package | 8,700 | |||||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 500 | |||||
| Navigation Package | 2,550 | |||||
| Premium II Package | 2,558 | 2,558 | 1,256 | 1,004 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,744 | 2,744 | 2,744 | 2,744 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,442 | 1,442 | 1,442 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 660 | 660 | 660 | 660 | 443 | 443 |
| iPod integration | 349 | 349 | 349 | 349 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | 325 | 466 | |||
| Sport Package | 1,349 | |||||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 930 | |||||
| Prestige Package | 8,092 | |||||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 466 | |||||
| Navigation Package | 2,371 | |||||
| Options (change) | 8,335 | 8,335 | 6,935 | 5,115 | 12,475 | 3,525 |
| Options (change) | 7,753 | 7,753 | 6,451 | 4,757 | 11,605 | 3,280 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 825 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,700 | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $40,760 | $42,460 | $44,660 | $61,490 | $50,250 | $59,350 |
| Total Invoice | $37,966 | $39,547 | $41,593 | $57,366 | $46,798 | $55,350 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A5 / S5
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,005 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,518 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | A5 / S5 | A5 / S5 |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG | A5 2.0T | S5 4.2 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 228hp V6 | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 451hp V8 | 211hp I4 | 354hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | T7 | T7 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 505, 14 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $40,760 | $42,460 | $44,660 | $61,490 | $50,250 | $59,350 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,175 | -1,450 | -1,750 | -2,485 | -1,410 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,760 | $41,285 | $43,210 | $59,740 | $47,765 | $57,940 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $525 | $2,450 | $18,980 | $0 | $10,175 |
| Total Invoice | $37,966 | $39,547 | $41,593 | $57,366 | $46,798 | $55,350 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,094 | -1,350 | -1,633 | -2,314 | -1,315 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,966 | $38,453 | $40,243 | $55,733 | $44,484 | $54,035 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $487 | $2,277 | $17,767 | $0 | $9,551 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A5 / S5
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | A5 / S5 | A5 / S5 |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG | A5 2.0T | S5 4.2 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Power-venting glass roof panel | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |||||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,840 | $4,015 | $4,290 | $4,590 | $5,325 | $4,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,175 | $1,450 | $1,750 | $2,485 | $1,410 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,094 | -1,350 | -1,633 | -2,314 | -1,315 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A5 / S5
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | C-Class | A5 / S5 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 108.3 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 182.1 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 54.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,528 lb. | 3,683 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 36.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.4 in | 31.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2025 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 11% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 990 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 36% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Luxury Sedan
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2025 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 11% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 990 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 36% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1125 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 990 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 36% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 990 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 36% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 12% |
Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 A5 2.0T
| Upgraded leather upholstery | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| 255/35YR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 41% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 59% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2540 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 1550 | 38% |
Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 S5 4.2
| Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 715 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 525 | 42% |
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