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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi Q5 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi Q5 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $53,225

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $3,675

Lowest Total Invoice: $49,565

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $3,417

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201720172017201720172011
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassQ5
TrimC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S3.2
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $39,500 $46,050 $52,000 $65,200 $72,800 $42,500
Base Invoice $36,735 $42,827 $48,360 $60,636 $67,704 $39,526
Premium 3 Package 5,400 5,400 4,150   2,450  
designo Package 4,500 4,500 3,500 3,100 500  
Upholstered instrument panel 350 350        
Panoramic sunroof 1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480  
Rear spoiler 350 350        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 720 720 475
Carbon fiber rear spoiler     700      
Premium 4 Package       5,700    
Polished alloy wheels       1,950 1,250  
Cooled or ventilated front seats       450 450  
255/45YR20           1,100
Adaptive cruise control           2,100
Prestige Package           7,200
Luxury Package           2,300
Rear side airbags           350
Premium 3 Package 5,022 5,022 3,860   2,279  
designo Package 4,185 4,185 3,255 2,883 465  
Upholstered instrument panel 326 326        
Panoramic sunroof 1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376  
Rear spoiler 326 326        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670 670 670 443
Carbon fiber rear spoiler     651      
Premium 4 Package       5,301    
Polished alloy wheels       1,814 1,163  
Cooled or ventilated front seats       419 419  
255/45YR20           1,024
Adaptive cruise control           1,954
Prestige Package           6,696
Luxury Package           2,139
Rear side airbags           325
Options (change) 12,800 12,800 10,550 13,400 6,850 13,525
Options (change) 11,905 11,905 9,812 12,463 6,372 12,581
Destination 925 925 925 925 925 875
Gas Tax 0 -4,043 0 0 0 0
Total Price $53,225 $55,732 $63,475 $79,525 $80,575 $56,900
Total Invoice $49,565 $51,614 $59,097 $74,024 $75,001 $52,982

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi Q5

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,565
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,452
Model Year201720172017201720172011
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassQ5
TrimC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S3.2
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine241hp I4208hp I4 PiH362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8270hp V6
TransmissionT7T7T9T7T7T6
DrivetrainRWDRWDAWDRWDRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13505, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/45-18225/45-18245/35-19245/35-19255/45-20
Total Price$53,225$55,732$63,475$79,525$80,575$56,900
Adjustments for Features0-1,525-2,625-3,950-1,825-2,110
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$53,225$54,207$60,850$75,575$78,750$54,790
Cost Above Minimum$0$982$7,625$22,350$25,525$0
Total Invoice$49,565$51,614$59,097$74,024$75,001$52,982
Adjustments for Features0-1,412-2,444-3,677-1,699-1,965
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$49,565$50,202$56,653$70,347$73,302$51,017
Cost Above Minimum$0$637$7,088$20,782$23,737$0

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi Q5

Model Year201720172017201720172011
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassQ5
TrimC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S3.2
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200 $1200$1200 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1400   
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic     $1100
RWD$0$0 $0$0 
AWD  $1700  $1700
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control     $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed   $850  
Cruise control$150$150$150 $150 
Eco accelerator $100    
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100$100$100$100 
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row     $75
Power liftgate     $350
Power trunk closer$350$350$350$350$350 
Remote app$25$25$25$25$25 
Remote climate control$25$25$25$25$25 
Remote start via app$75$75$75$75$75 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15$15$15 
Sunshade, rear, power   $225  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual     $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350$350$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats     $0
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200$200 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200$200$200 
Blind spot collision prevention   $150  
Collision preparation system, rear   $100  
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system   $0  
Cross-traffic warning, rear   $100  
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150$150 
Hill descent control     $250
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75$75 
Lane departure warning   $200  
Lane keeping assist   $400  
Obstacle detection, front     $150
Obstacle detection, rear     $250
Pedestrian detection   $50  
Rollover sensor     $50
Temporary spare tire     $150
Tires, run-flat$150$150$150   
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100$100$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment     $50
Aluminum roof rack     $300
Cargo cover     $75
Console with shifter     $150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150$150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25$25$25 
Climate Control 
Fragrance atomizer   $200  
Ionizing air filtration   $50  
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls     $250
Rear wiper     $175
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential    $500 
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)    $500 
Limited-slip rear differential   $300  
Engine / Motor 
3.6 kW onboard charger $0    
6 kWh battery pack $0    
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150$150 
Dual-mode exhaust   $250$250 
Raised top speed limiter    $0 
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0$0$0 
Bodyside cladding     $350
Carbon fiber rear spoiler  $300   
Deep-tinted rear windows     $275
Painted brake calipers (optional)    $0 
Rear spoiler$200$200 $200$200$200
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0$0$0 
Aux input     $50
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25$25$25 
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200$200 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150$150 
iPod integration     $100
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25$25$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225$225 
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25$25$25 
Traffic information     $25
USB port$25$25$25$25$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25    
Auto-dimming headlights   $200  
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror     $75
Boost gauge  $75$75$75 
Chronometer  $100$100$100 
Cornering lights   $50 $50
Fog lights     $125
Headlight washers     $50
Interior ambient lighting     $150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150$150 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25    
LED headlights   $1000  
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750$750 $750 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25$25$25 
Steering-linked headlights   $150 $150
Xenon HID headlights     $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates     $100
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200$200$200$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150 $150
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats     $75
Manual recliner, second row seats     $75
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150$150$150 
Metal pedals  $75$75$75 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50$50 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100$100$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100$100 
Synthetic suede steering wheel    $150 
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather     $200
Upholstered instrument panel$300$300$300$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500$500$500$500 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100     
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable $1000    
Alloy wheels$350$350$350   
Chrome-plated alloy wheels     $850
Crosswind stabilization$50$50$50$50$50 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200$200 
Polished alloy wheels   $350$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0$0 
Suggestive steering$0$0$0$0$0 
Transmission 
Launch control   $100$100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100$100$100 
Total Value of Features$7,365$8,890$9,990$11,315$9,190$9,475
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,525$2,625$3,950$1,825$2,110
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,412-2,444-3,677-1,699-1,965

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Audi Q5

Model Year20172011
ModelC-ClassQ5
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase111.8 in110.5 in
Length184.5 in182.2 in
Width71.3 in74.0 in
Height56.8 in65.1 in
Curb Weight3,418 lb.4,091 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.19.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in41.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in57.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in41.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in39.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in56.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in37.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
12.6 ft319.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
12.655.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested199055%
Total Not Requested165045%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested165085%
Total Not Requested30015%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e

Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested199055%
Total Not Requested165045%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested165085%
Total Not Requested30015%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43

Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested134045%
Total Not Requested165055%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested1450100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights250No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested129030%
Total Not Requested307570%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested1150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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

Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
LED tail lights0No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested109048%
Total Not Requested120052%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Audi Q5 3.2

255/45YR20 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
255/45YR20 tires400No
Chrome-plated alloy wheels500No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested900100%
Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Prestige Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Heated / cooled cup holders75No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Total Requested189070%
Total Not Requested82530%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather200No
Total Requested55073%
Total Not Requested20027%

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