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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Cadillac CTS 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. Cadillac CTS Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $38,820 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C230 Sport Sedan | |||||||
| Difference: $9,570 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,158 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C230 Sport Sedan | |||||||
| Difference: $7,946 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | CTS | CTS |
| Trim | C230 Sport Sedan | C280 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C350 Luxury Sedan | C55 | Base | CTS-V |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $29,200 | $32,950 | $37,550 | $38,150 | $54,450 | $36,265 | $58,280 |
| Base Invoice | $27,156 | $30,644 | $34,922 | $35,480 | $50,639 | $33,908 | $53,326 |
| Sunroof Package | 1,790 | 1,790 | 1,790 | 1,790 | |||
| Power driver seat | 600 | 600 | |||||
| Xenon HID headlights | 790 | 790 | 790 | 790 | 790 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 820 | 820 | 820 | 820 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 690 | 690 | 690 | 690 | 690 | ||
| Satellite radio | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 765 | 765 | 765 | 765 | 765 | ||
| Heated front seats | 680 | 680 | 680 | 680 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,210 | 2,210 | 2,210 | 2,210 | 2,210 | ||
| Wood trim | 775 | 600 | |||||
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,300 | ||||||
| Premium Collection | 10,050 | ||||||
| Navigation System | 2,145 | ||||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 900 | ||||||
| Sunroof Package | 1,665 | 1,665 | 1,665 | 1,665 | |||
| Power driver seat | 558 | 558 | |||||
| Xenon HID headlights | 735 | 735 | 735 | 735 | 735 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 763 | 763 | 763 | 763 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 642 | 642 | 642 | 642 | 642 | ||
| Satellite radio | 465 | 465 | 465 | 465 | 465 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 711 | 711 | 711 | 711 | 711 | ||
| Heated front seats | 633 | 633 | 633 | 633 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,055 | 2,055 | 2,055 | 2,055 | 2,055 | ||
| Wood trim | 721 | 498 | |||||
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,079 | ||||||
| Premium Collection | 8,342 | ||||||
| Navigation System | 1,780 | ||||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 747 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 8,845 | 8,845 | 8,245 | 8,245 | 5,730 | 11,350 | 3,645 |
| Options (change) | 8,227 | 8,227 | 7,669 | 7,669 | 5,329 | 9,421 | 3,025 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 775 | 775 | 775 | 775 | 775 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 0 | 2,600 |
| Total Price | $38,820 | $42,570 | $46,570 | $47,170 | $62,255 | $48,390 | $65,300 |
| Total Invoice | $36,158 | $39,646 | $43,366 | $43,924 | $58,043 | $44,104 | $59,726 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Cadillac CTS
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C230 Sport Sedan | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,895 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,597 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | CTS | CTS |
| Trim | C230 Sport Sedan | C280 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C350 Luxury Sedan | C55 | Base | CTS-V |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 201hp V6 | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 362hp V8 | hp | 556hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | M6 | T7 | T5 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | 320, 12 | 300, 10 | 300, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 205/55-16 | 225/40-18 | 235/50-18 | 255/40-19 |
| Total Price | $38,820 | $42,570 | $46,570 | $47,170 | $62,255 | $48,390 | $65,300 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,225 | -300 | -1,525 | -2,200 | -3,675 | -3,000 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,820 | $41,345 | $46,270 | $45,645 | $60,055 | $44,715 | $62,300 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,525 | $7,450 | $6,825 | $21,235 | $0 | $17,585 |
| Total Invoice | $36,158 | $39,646 | $43,366 | $43,924 | $58,043 | $44,104 | $59,726 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,141 | -279 | -1,420 | -2,051 | -3,349 | -2,744 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,158 | $38,505 | $43,087 | $42,504 | $55,992 | $40,755 | $56,982 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,347 | $6,929 | $6,346 | $19,834 | $0 | $16,227 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Cadillac CTS
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | CTS | CTS |
| Trim | C230 Sport Sedan | C280 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C350 Luxury Sedan | C55 | Base | CTS-V |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Remote start | $150 | ||||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||||||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Intermittent wipers | $0 | ||||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Drivetrain | |||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | |||||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||||||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Total Value of Features | $2,805 | $4,030 | $3,105 | $4,330 | $5,005 | $6,480 | $5,805 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,225 | $300 | $1,525 | $2,200 | $3,675 | $3,000 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,141 | -279 | -1,420 | -2,051 | -3,349 | -2,744 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Cadillac CTS
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 |
| Model | C-Class | CTS |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 113.4 in |
| Length | 178.4 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 68.0 in | 72.5 in |
| Height | 55.6 in | 58.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,406 lb. | 3,862 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.9 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.9 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.3 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.0 in | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.2 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C230 Sport Sedan
| Sunroof Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 29% |
| Power driver seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 30% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C280 Luxury Sedan
| Sunroof Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 29% |
| Power driver seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 30% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan
| Sunroof Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Luxury Sedan
| Sunroof Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Cadillac CTS
| Premium Collection | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | No |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Machined alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| USB port | 25 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| 235/50VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 3875 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 4905 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Cadillac CTS CTS-V
| Navigation System | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
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