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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A8 / S8 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A8 / S8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $67,430

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG   
Difference: $43,465

Lowest Total Invoice: $62,917

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG   
Difference: $40,278

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092013
ModelC-ClassA8 / S8
TrimC63 AMGS8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $56,300 $110,000
Base Invoice $52,359 $102,300
Seating Package 2,980  
Premium II Package 1,100  
Multimedia Package 2,980  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720  
iPod integration 375  
Wood trim 0 0
Seating Package 2,771  
Premium II Package 1,023  
Multimedia Package 2,771  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669  
iPod integration 349  
Wood trim 0 0
Options (change) 8,155 0
Options (change) 7,583 0
Destination 875 895
Gas Tax 2,100 0
Total Price $67,430 $110,895
Total Invoice $62,917 $103,195

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A8 / S8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $33,290
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $30,810
Model Year20092013
ModelC-ClassA8 / S8
TrimC63 AMGS8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine451hp V8520hp V8
TransmissionT7T8
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)12/19 MPG15/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)450, 12630, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/40-18265/35-21
Total Price$67,430$110,895
Adjustments for Features0-10,175
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$67,430$100,720
Total Invoice$62,917$103,195
Adjustments for Features0-9,468
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$62,917$93,727

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A8 / S8

Model Year20092013
ModelC-ClassA8 / S8
TrimC63 AMGS8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0
Power door closers $300
Power trunk closer $350
Proximity key $250
Sunshades, second row, power $225
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Around view cameras $500
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system $0
Full-size spare tire $225
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rear side airbags $300
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire$150 
Wide-view front camera $150
Wide-view rear camera $0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
Rear dual-zone climate control $125
Residual heat $50
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable $500
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows $200
Laminated rear side windows $100
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Handwriting recognition $200
HD radio $50
In-vehicle Internet $150
iPod integration$100 
Traffic + travel information $25
USB port $25
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Chronometer$100 
Cornering lights $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
LED headlights $1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked fog lights$50 
Steering-linked headlights $150
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Folding second row seats$300 
Massage, driver seat $100
Massage, passenger seat $100
Metal pedals$75 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row $25
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat $100
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat $100
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat $100
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50 
Synthetic suede headliner $650
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Upholstered instrument panel, leather$1000 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active steering $1000
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable $1000
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$4,250$14,425
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$10,175
Value of Feature Adjustments0-9,468

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See a complete comparison of Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A8 / S8 features.

Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A8 / S8

Model Year20092013
ModelC-ClassA8 / S8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase108.7 in117.8 in
Length182.3 in202.2 in
Width69.7 in76.7 in
Height56.3 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,662 lb.4,641 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.23.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in37.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in59.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in57.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.4 in37.7 in
Cargo Volume12.4 ft313.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi A8 / S8 specs.

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG

Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000No
Total Requested160062%
Total Not Requested100038%
Premium II Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Steering-linked fog lights50No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Total Requested107596%
Total Not Requested504%
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%

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