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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A7 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A7 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $53,080

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $19,100

Lowest Total Invoice: $49,430

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $17,762

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152015201520152012
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassA7
TrimC300C400C63 AMGC63 AMG S3.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $38,400 $48,590 $63,900 $71,900 $59,250
Base Invoice $35,712 $45,189 $59,427 $66,867 $55,103
Interior Package 2,300 2,300      
Premium Package 2,700        
Lighting Package 800 800 800 800  
Multimedia Package 2,690 2,690 2,690 2,690  
Obstacle detection, rear 970 970 970 970  
Power trunk closer 250 250 250 250  
Rear spoiler 300 300      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 720 475
Wood trim 325   0    
Rear side airbags 420 420 420 420 350
Special order charge 250 250      
Blind spot warning system 550 550 550 550  
Panoramic sunroof 1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480  
AMG Leather Package     2,590    
Prestige Package         6,330
Driver Assistance Package         2,500
Sport Package         1,000
LED headlights         1,400
Interior Package 2,139 2,139      
Premium Package 2,511        
Lighting Package 744 744 744 744  
Multimedia Package 2,502 2,502 2,502 2,502  
Obstacle detection, rear 902 902 902 902  
Power trunk closer 233 233 233 233  
Rear spoiler 279 279      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669 669 669 669 443
Wood trim 302   0    
Rear side airbags 391 391 391 391 325
Special order charge 233 233      
Blind spot warning system 512 512 512 512  
Panoramic sunroof 1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376  
AMG Leather Package     2,409    
Prestige Package         5,887
Driver Assistance Package         2,327
Sport Package         930
LED headlights         1,302
Options (change) 13,755 10,730 10,470 7,880 12,055
Options (change) 12,793 9,980 9,738 7,329 11,214
Destination 925 925 925 925 875
Total Price $53,080 $60,245 $75,295 $80,705 $72,180
Total Invoice $49,430 $56,094 $70,090 $75,121 $67,192

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A7

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,750
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,505
Model Year20152015201520152012
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassA7
TrimC300C400C63 AMGC63 AMG S3.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine241hp I4329hp V6469hp V8503hp V8310hp V6
TransmissionT7T7T7T7T8
DrivetrainRWDAWDRWDRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13630, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19255/40-19
Total Price$53,080$60,245$75,295$80,705$72,180
Adjustments for Features0-2,075-625-1,775-1,350
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$53,080$58,170$74,670$78,930$70,830
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,090$21,590$25,850$0
Total Invoice$49,430$56,094$70,090$75,121$67,192
Adjustments for Features0-1,932-582-1,652-1,257
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$49,430$54,162$69,508$73,469$65,935
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,732$20,078$24,039$0

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A7

Model Year20152015201520152012
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassA7
TrimC300C400C63 AMGC63 AMG S3.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200$1200 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1300
RWD$0 $0$0 
AWD $1700  $1700
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed    $850
Cruise control$150$150$150$150 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100$100$100 
Power liftgate    $350
Power trunk closer$350$350$350$350 
Remote app$25$25$25$25 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15$15 
Semi-automated parking system$500$500   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200 
Collision preparation system, rear    $100
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150 
Knee airbag, passenger    $75
Rollover sensor    $50
Temporary spare tire    $150
Tires, run-flat$150$150   
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover    $75
Cargo net    $40
Console with shifter    $150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25$25 
Rear seat pass-through    $100
Second-row low console    $100
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls    $250
Rear dual-zone climate control    $125
Residual heat    $50
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential   $500 
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)   $500 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150 
Dual-mode exhaust  $250$250 
Raised top speed limiter   $0 
Regenerative braking    $0
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0$0$0
Painted brake calipers (optional)   $0 
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200$1200 
Rear spoiler$200$200$200$200 
Retractable rear spoiler    $400
Sunroof    $900
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0$0 
Aux input    $50
CD changer, remote    $200
iPod integration    $100
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0 
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225 
USB port$25$25$25$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25   
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200$200 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror    $75
Boost gauge  $75$75 
Chronometer  $100$100 
Headlight washers    $50
Interior ambient lighting    $150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300$300  $300
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 $150
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150$150 
Metal pedals $75$75$75 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces   $450 
Synthetic suede steering wheel   $150 
Upholstered instrument panel $300$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500$500 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100$100   
Crosswind stabilization$50$50$50$50 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0$0
Suggestive steering$0$0$0$0 
Transmission 
Launch control  $100$100 
Total Value of Features$6,490$8,565$7,115$8,265$7,840
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,075$625$1,775$1,350
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,932-582-1,652-1,257

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A7

Model Year20152012
ModelC-ClassA7
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase111.8 in114.7 in
Length184.5 in195.6 in
Width71.3 in75.2 in
Height56.8 in55.9 in
Curb Weight3,418 lb.4,211 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.0 gal.19.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in36.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in57.2 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in36.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in55.9 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in37.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
12.6 ft324.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
12.656.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested130074%
Total Not Requested45026%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
LED tail lights0No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Total Requested165083%
Total Not Requested35017%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested45069%
Total Not Requested20031%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested940100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C400

Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested130074%
Total Not Requested45026%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights-500Yes
Total Requested-300300%
Total Not Requested200-200%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested940100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG

AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights-500Yes
Total Requested-300300%
Total Not Requested200-200%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested940100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG S

Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights-500Yes
Total Requested-300300%
Total Not Requested200-200%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested940100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Audi A7 3.0T

Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Body kit0Yes
Headlight washers50No
Surround sound250Yes
Interior lights, additional0No
Cornering lights50Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Rear dual-zone climate control125No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Bose, 630W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, remote200No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
HD radio50Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
255/40HR19 tires400No
Total Requested306572%
Total Not Requested120028%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Collision preparation system, rear only100No
Total Requested65045%
Total Not Requested80055%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
255/40YR19 tires400No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Total Requested35047%
Total Not Requested40053%

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