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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 1-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 1-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $42,995 BMW 1-Series 128i | |||||
| Difference: $9,990 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $39,705 BMW 1-Series 128i | |||||
| Difference: $9,642 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | C300 | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $43,200 | $55,900 | $67,500 | $31,200 | $39,300 |
| Base Invoice | $40,176 | $51,987 | $62,775 | $28,885 | $36,335 |
| Multimedia Package | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | ||
| Leather Seating Package | 1,950 | ||||
| Advanced Lighting Package | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,090 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 1,900 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 550 | 550 |
| Heated front seats | 580 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 350 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | ||||
| Wood trim | 325 | 325 | |||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | ||||
| BMW Assist | 650 | 650 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,400 | 1,750 | |||
| Sport Package | 1,300 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | 900 | ||||
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | |||
| App support | 250 | 250 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 250 | 250 | |||
| Proximity key | 500 | 500 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |||
| M Sport Package | 1,300 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,046 | 2,046 | 2,046 | ||
| Leather Seating Package | 1,814 | ||||
| Advanced Lighting Package | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,014 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 1,767 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | 500 | 500 |
| Heated front seats | 539 | 455 | 455 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 326 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | ||||
| Wood trim | 302 | 302 | |||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | ||||
| BMW Assist | 590 | 590 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,095 | 1,595 | |||
| Sport Package | 1,185 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 90 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | 820 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,955 | |||
| App support | 230 | 230 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 230 | 230 | |||
| Proximity key | 455 | 455 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |||
| M Sport Package | 1,185 | ||||
| Options (change) | 8,790 | 5,955 | 6,925 | 10,900 | 8,250 |
| Options (change) | 8,176 | 5,539 | 6,441 | 9,925 | 7,515 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $52,985 | $62,850 | $75,420 | $42,995 | $48,445 |
| Total Invoice | $49,347 | $58,521 | $70,211 | $39,705 | $44,745 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 1-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 1-Series 128i | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,365 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,403 | |||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | C300 | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 362hp V6 | 469hp V8 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T9 | T9 | T7 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 180, 8 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 255/40-18 | 205/50-17 | 215/40-18 |
| Total Price | $52,985 | $62,850 | $75,420 | $42,995 | $48,445 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,625 | -7,750 | -6,350 | 0 | -50 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $47,360 | $55,100 | $69,070 | $42,995 | $48,395 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,740 | $21,710 | $0 | $5,400 |
| Total Invoice | $49,347 | $58,521 | $70,211 | $39,705 | $44,745 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,239 | -7,216 | -5,911 | 0 | -46 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,108 | $51,305 | $64,300 | $39,705 | $44,699 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,197 | $20,192 | $0 | $4,994 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | C300 | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | ||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | ||||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic seat belt presenters, front row | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | ||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | ||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,350 | $11,475 | $10,075 | $3,725 | $3,775 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,625 | $7,750 | $6,350 | $0 | $50 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,239 | -7,216 | -5,911 | 0 | -46 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | 1-Series |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 104.7 in |
| Length | 184.5 in | 172.2 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 68.8 in |
| Height | 55.3 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,639 lb. | 3,209 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 14.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 35.6 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 51.7 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 32.0 in | 32.0 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.5 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 21% |
| Leather Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
| Advanced Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 26% |
| Total Not Requested | 1300 | 74% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 21% |
| Advanced Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 21% |
| AMG Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Advanced Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 50% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 128i
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 375 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3855 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 3% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/45VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| 205/50VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 57% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135i
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 375 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| M Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1455 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 8% |
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