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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.
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A5 / S5 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $49,435 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport | |||||
| Difference: $815 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $46,037 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport | |||||
| Difference: $761 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | A5 / S5 | A5 / S5 |
| Trim | C250 Sport | C350 Sport | C63 AMG | A5 2.0T | S5 4.2 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $37,220 | $42,370 | $61,430 | $36,900 | $53,650 |
| Base Invoice | $34,615 | $39,404 | $57,130 | $34,318 | $49,895 |
| Multimedia Package | 2,790 | 2,790 | 2,790 | ||
| Leather Package | 1,750 | 1,750 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 1,995 | ||||
| Lane departure warning | 850 | 850 | 850 | ||
| Lighting Package | 1,290 | 1,290 | 1,290 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 475 | 475 |
| Wood trim | 325 | 0 | 0 | 350 | 500 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 970 | ||
| Proximity key | 650 | 650 | 650 | ||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | 2,030 | ||||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 1,000 | ||||
| Prestige Package | 8,700 | 5,900 | |||
| Sport Package | 1,450 | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | 500 | 500 | |||
| Audi Drive Select Package | 3,950 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,595 | 2,595 | 2,595 | ||
| Leather Package | 1,628 | 1,628 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 1,855 | ||||
| Lane departure warning | 791 | 791 | 791 | ||
| Lighting Package | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 669 | 443 | 443 |
| Wood trim | 302 | 0 | 0 | 325 | 466 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 902 | ||
| Proximity key | 605 | 605 | 605 | ||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | 1,888 | ||||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 930 | ||||
| Prestige Package | 8,092 | 5,487 | |||
| Sport Package | 1,349 | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | 466 | 466 | |||
| Audi Drive Select Package | 3,673 | ||||
| Options (change) | 11,340 | 9,020 | 11,890 | 12,475 | 11,325 |
| Options (change) | 10,547 | 8,390 | 11,059 | 11,605 | 10,535 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,700 | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $49,435 | $52,265 | $75,895 | $50,250 | $67,150 |
| Total Invoice | $46,037 | $48,669 | $70,764 | $46,798 | $62,605 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A5 / S5
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,405 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,242 | |||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | A5 / S5 | A5 / S5 |
| Trim | C250 Sport | C350 Sport | C63 AMG | A5 2.0T | S5 4.2 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 302hp V6 | 451hp V8 | 211hp I4 | 354hp V8 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 505, 14 | 505, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $49,435 | $52,265 | $75,895 | $50,250 | $67,150 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,590 | -1,590 | -2,490 | 0 | -2,200 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $47,845 | $50,675 | $73,405 | $50,250 | $64,950 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,830 | $25,560 | $0 | $14,700 |
| Total Invoice | $46,037 | $48,669 | $70,764 | $46,798 | $62,605 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,481 | -1,481 | -2,322 | 0 | -2,051 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,556 | $47,188 | $68,442 | $46,798 | $60,554 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,632 | $23,886 | $0 | $13,756 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A5 / S5
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | A5 / S5 | A5 / S5 |
| Trim | C250 Sport | C350 Sport | C63 AMG | A5 2.0T | S5 4.2 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | |||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Power-venting glass roof panel | $300 | $300 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Active steering | $1000 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $5,140 | $5,140 | $6,040 | $3,550 | $5,750 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,590 | $1,590 | $2,490 | $0 | $2,200 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,481 | -1,481 | -2,322 | 0 | -2,051 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A5 / S5
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | C-Class | A5 / S5 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 108.3 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 182.1 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 54.8 in | 54.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,539 lb. | 3,683 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.6 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.0 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 35.5 in | 36.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 50.3 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.0 in | 31.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 11.7 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 965 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 17% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 14% |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 750 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 32% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 965 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 17% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 14% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 965 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 17% |
| 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% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
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% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3515 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 14% |
| 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 | Yes |
| 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 | 600 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 45% |
Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 S5 4.2
| Audi Drive Select Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Active rear differential | 500 | No |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | No |
| Active steering | 1000 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 2200 | 100% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2015 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 17% |
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