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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: $72,285

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG   
Difference: $43,540

Lowest Total Invoice: $67,407

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG   
Difference: $40,376

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122015
ModelC-ClassA8 / S8
TrimC63 AMGS8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $58,930 $114,900
Base Invoice $54,805 $106,858
Multimedia Package 2,790  
Lighting Package 1,290  
AMG Leather Package 3,090  
Obstacle detection, rear 970  
Lane departure warning 850  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720  
Rear side airbags 420  
Proximity key 650  
Wood trim 0 0
Multimedia Package 2,595  
Lighting Package 1,200  
AMG Leather Package 2,874  
Obstacle detection, rear 902  
Lane departure warning 791  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669  
Rear side airbags 391  
Proximity key 605  
Wood trim 0 0
Options (change) 10,780 0
Options (change) 10,027 0
Destination 875 925
Gas Tax 1,700 0
Total Price $72,285 $115,825
Total Invoice $67,407 $107,783

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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: $34,125
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $31,615
Model Year20122015
ModelC-ClassA8 / S8
TrimC63 AMGS8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine451hp V8520hp V8
TransmissionT7T8
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)13/19 MPG14/21 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)450, 12630, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/40-18265/35-21
Total Price$72,285$115,825
Adjustments for Features0-9,415
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$72,285$106,410
Total Invoice$67,407$107,783
Adjustments for Features0-8,761
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$67,407$99,022

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

Model Year20122015
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
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100
Parking guidance system - passive$250 
Power door closers $300
Power trunk closer $350
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Sunshades, second row, power $225
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Around view cameras $500
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system $0
Collision preparation system, rear $100
Driver drowsiness monitor$150 
Full-size spare tire $225
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane departure warning$200 
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
Cargo net $40
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 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Handwriting recognition $200
Traffic + travel information $25
Traffic information$25 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Chronometer$100 
Cornering lights $50
Head-up display (HUD) $350
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150
LED headlights $1000
Power-folding mirrors $50
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 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
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active steering $1000
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable $1000
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Launch control$100 
Total Value of Features$4,025$13,440
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$9,415
Value of Feature Adjustments0-8,761

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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 Year20122015
ModelC-ClassA8 / S8
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase108.7 in117.8 in
Length180.7 in202.2 in
Width69.7 in76.7 in
Height56.3 in57.5 in
Curb Weight3,924 lb.4,707 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.21.7 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 Room55.0 in57.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.4 in38.7 in
Cargo Volume12.4 ft314.2 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

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested96583%
Total Not Requested20017%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1350100%
Total Not Requested00%

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