Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2009 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 2013

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $73,920

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG   
Difference: $250

Lowest Total Invoice: $68,953

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG   
Difference: $89

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092013
ModelC-ClassA5 / S5 / RS5
TrimC63 AMGRS 5
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Base Price $56,300 $68,900
Base Invoice $52,359 $64,078
Seating Package 2,980  
Premium II Package 1,100  
Multimedia Package 2,980  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 475
Carbon fiber trim 2,500  
iPod integration 375  
Limited-slip rear differential 3,990  
Navigation Package   3,550
Sunshade, rear, power   350
Seating Package 2,771  
Premium II Package 1,023  
Multimedia Package 2,771  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669 443
Carbon fiber trim 2,325  
iPod integration 349  
Limited-slip rear differential 3,711  
Navigation Package   3,301
Sunshade, rear, power   325
Options (change) 14,645 4,375
Options (change) 13,619 4,069
Destination 875 895
Gas Tax 2,100 0
Total Price $73,920 $74,170
Total Invoice $68,953 $69,042

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A5 / S5 / RS5

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 RS 5
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,110
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,108
Model Year20092013
ModelC-ClassA5 / S5 / RS5
TrimC63 AMGRS 5
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Engine451hp V8450hp V8
TransmissionT7S7
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)12/19 MPG16/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)450, 12505, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/40-18265/35-19
Total Price$73,920$74,170
Adjustments for Features0-2,360
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$73,920$71,810
Total Invoice$68,953$69,042
Adjustments for Features0-2,197
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$68,953$66,845

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A5 / S5 / RS5

Model Year20092013
ModelC-ClassA5 / S5 / RS5
TrimC63 AMGRS 5
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200 
7-speed automated manual $1200
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows$200 
Proximity key $250
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Second-row low console $100
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable $500
Raised top speed limiter$0 
Exterior 
Body kit$0 
Power-venting glass roof panel $300
Rear spoiler$200 
Retractable rear spoiler $400
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
In-vehicle Internet $150
Traffic + travel information $25
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Chronometer$100 
Compass $0
Cornering lights $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
Steering-linked fog lights$50 
Steering-linked headlights $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, passenger seat$150 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100 
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50 
Upholstered instrument panel, leather$1000 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Total Value of Features$5,140$7,500
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,360
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,197

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A5 / S5 / RS5

Model Year20092013
ModelC-ClassA5 / S5 / RS5
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase108.7 in108.3 in
Length182.3 in182.1 in
Width69.7 in73.0 in
Height56.3 in54.0 in
Curb Weight3,662 lb.4,009 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in36.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.4 in31.7 in
Cargo Volume12.4 ft312.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG

Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000No
Total Requested135052%
Total Not Requested125048%
Premium II Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Steering-linked fog lights50No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Total Requested97587%
Total Not Requested15013%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested99064%
Total Not Requested55036%

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 / RS5 RS 5

Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50No
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Total Requested96553%
Total Not Requested85047%

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