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

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

Lowest Total Price: $51,360

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport   
Difference: $4,430

Lowest Total Invoice: $47,830

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport   
Difference: $4,070

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20132013201320092009
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassA5 / S5A5 / S5
TrimC250 SportC350 SportC63 AMGA5S5
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $37,800 $43,200 $62,330 $40,700 $51,400
Base Invoice $35,154 $40,176 $57,967 $37,851 $47,802
Driver Assistance Package 2,950 2,950 2,950    
Satellite radio 460        
Multimedia Package 2,790 2,790 2,790    
Leather Package 1,750 1,750      
Lighting Package 1,290 1,290 1,290    
Heated front seats 750        
Proximity key 650 650 650    
Obstacle detection, rear 970 970 970    
Wood trim 325 0 0   500
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 475 475
AMG Leather Package     2,590    
Technology Package       2,200 2,200
Navigation system       2,390 2,390
Premium Package       1,900  
S Line Package       2,900  
6-speed shiftable automatic       1,300  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls       0  
Upgraded leather upholstery       1,000  
Adaptive cruise control       2,100 2,100
Driver Assistance Package 2,744 2,744 2,744    
Satellite radio 428        
Multimedia Package 2,595 2,595 2,595    
Leather Package 1,628 1,628      
Lighting Package 1,200 1,200 1,200    
Heated front seats 698        
Proximity key 605 605 605    
Obstacle detection, rear 902 902 902    
Wood trim 302 0 0   466
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669 669 669 443 443
AMG Leather Package     2,409    
Technology Package       2,045 2,045
Navigation system       2,178 2,178
Premium Package       1,768  
S Line Package       2,698  
6-speed shiftable automatic       1,209  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls       0  
Upgraded leather upholstery       930  
Adaptive cruise control       1,953 1,953
Options (change) 12,655 11,120 11,960 14,265 7,665
Options (change) 11,771 10,343 11,124 13,224 7,085
Destination 905 905 905 825 825
Gas Tax 0 0 1,700 0 1,300
Total Price $51,360 $55,225 $76,895 $55,790 $61,190
Total Invoice $47,830 $51,424 $71,696 $51,900 $57,012

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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: $6,785
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,263
Model Year20132013201320092009
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassA5 / S5A5 / S5
TrimC250 SportC350 SportC63 AMGA5S5
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine201hp I4302hp V6451hp V8265hp V6354hp V8
TransmissionT7T7T7T6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8450, 12450, 12180, 10180, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/45-17235/40-18255/35-19255/35-19
Total Price$51,360$55,225$76,895$55,790$61,190
Adjustments for Features-3,005-3,405-3,855-6500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$48,355$51,820$73,040$55,140$61,190
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,465$24,685$0$6,050
Total Invoice$47,830$51,424$71,696$51,900$57,012
Adjustments for Features-2,798-3,171-3,594-6050
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$45,032$48,253$68,102$51,295$57,012
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,221$23,070$0$5,717

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

Model Year20132013201320092009
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassA5 / S5A5 / S5
TrimC250 SportC350 SportC63 AMGA5S5
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1100 
6-speed manual    $150
RWD$0$0$0  
AWD   $1700$1700
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control   $600$600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850  
Parking guidance system - passive$250$250$250  
Remote app$25$25$25  
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 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200  
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200  
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150$150  
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150  
Forward collision warning$200$200$200  
Knee airbag, passenger   $75$75
Lane departure prevention$150$150$150  
Lane departure warning$200$200$200  
Obstacle detection, front$150$150$150  
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0  
Rear side airbags$300$300$300  
Cargo Management 
Rear seat pass-through    $100
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100$100$100  
Rear air vents with automatic controls   $250$250
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150   
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0$0  
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200  
Power-venting glass roof panel   $300$300
Rear spoiler  $200  
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25  
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0  
HD radio$50$50$50  
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150  
iPod integration   $100$100
Media drive$15$15$15  
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25  
Surround sound $250$250  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225  
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25  
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
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim   $100$100
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  
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces   $0$0
Wood trim$300$300$300 $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100$100$100  
Transmission 
Launch control  $100  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100$100 
Total Value of Features$7,280$7,680$8,130$4,925$4,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,005$3,405$3,855$650$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,798-3,171-3,594-6050

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

Model Year20132009
ModelC-ClassA5 / S5
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Wheelbase108.7 in108.3 in
Length180.7 in182.1 in
Width69.7 in73.0 in
Height54.8 in54.0 in
Curb Weight3,539 lb.3,738 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.6 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.0 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.0 in54.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom35.5 in36.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room50.3 in52.8 in
Row 2 Legroom33.0 in31.7 in
Cargo Volume11.7 ft312.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision alert200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested20010%
Total Not Requested180090%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested112586%
Total Not Requested19014%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested125086%
Total Not Requested20014%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested70078%
Total Not Requested20022%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision alert200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested20010%
Total Not Requested180090%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested112586%
Total Not Requested19014%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested125086%
Total Not Requested20014%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested70078%
Total Not Requested20022%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision alert200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested20010%
Total Not Requested180090%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested112586%
Total Not Requested19014%
AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested115085%
Total Not Requested20015%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested70078%
Total Not Requested20022%

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 A5

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested800100%
Total Not Requested00%
Upgraded leather upholstery
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested1050100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested122594%
Total Not Requested756%
S Line Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Aluminum trim100No
Special exterior trim0No
255/35YR19 tires400No
Total Requested55048%
Total Not Requested60052%

Option Package Details
Audi A5 / S5 S5

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested800100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested1050100%
Total Not Requested00%

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