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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: $71,280

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG   
Difference: $39,615

Lowest Total Invoice: $66,498

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG   
Difference: $36,697

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112013
ModelC-ClassA8 / S8
TrimC63 AMGS8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $58,200 $110,000
Base Invoice $54,126 $102,300
AMG Leather Package 3,030  
Lighting Package 985  
Multimedia Package 3,350  
Wood trim 0 0
Proximity key 1,140  
Rearview camera 460  
Rear side airbags 420  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720  
AMG Leather Package 2,818  
Lighting Package 916  
Multimedia Package 3,115  
Wood trim 0 0
Proximity key 1,060  
Rearview camera 428  
Rear side airbags 391  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669  
Options (change) 10,105 0
Options (change) 9,397 0
Destination 875 895
Gas Tax 2,100 0
Total Price $71,280 $110,895
Total Invoice $66,498 $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: $30,315
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $28,043
Model Year20112013
ModelC-ClassA8 / S8
TrimC63 AMGS8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine451hp V8520hp V8
TransmissionT7T8
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)13/19 MPG15/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)450, 12630, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/40-18265/35-21
Total Price$71,280$110,895
Adjustments for Features0-9,300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$71,280$101,595
Total Invoice$66,498$103,195
Adjustments for Features0-8,654
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$66,498$94,541

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

Model Year20112013
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
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, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera$200 
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
Traffic 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 
Compass$0 
Cornering lights $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
LED headlights $1000
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$4,475$13,775
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$9,300
Value of Feature Adjustments0-8,654

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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 Year20112013
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

AMG Leather 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%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Steering-linked fog lights50No
Total Requested55092%
Total Not Requested508%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
iPod integration100Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested111567%
Total Not Requested55033%

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