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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Escape Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Escape Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $36,695

Ford Escape Hybrid Limited   
Difference: $8,830

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,884

Ford Escape Hybrid Limited   
Difference: $8,519

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201420142014201420142012
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassEscape
TrimC250 SportC300 SportC300 LuxuryC350 SportC63 AMGHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $35,800 $39,400 $39,850 $42,100 $60,250 $33,080
Base Invoice $33,294 $36,642 $37,061 $39,153 $56,033 $30,687
Multimedia Package 2,860 2,860 2,860 2,860 2,860  
Leather Package 1,750 1,750 1,750 1,750    
Premium 1 Package 2,500 2,500 2,500      
Obstacle detection, rear 970 970   970 970  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 720 720  
AMG Leather Package         3,090  
Wood trim         0  
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System           2,395
Semi-automated parking system           395
Multimedia Package 2,660 2,660 2,660 2,660 2,660  
Leather Package 1,628 1,628 1,628 1,628    
Premium 1 Package 2,325 2,325 2,325      
Obstacle detection, rear 902 902   902 902  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669 669 669 669 669  
AMG Leather Package         2,874  
Wood trim         0  
Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System           2,036
Semi-automated parking system           336
Options (change) 8,800 8,800 7,830 6,300 7,640 2,790
Options (change) 8,184 8,184 7,282 5,859 7,105 2,372
Destination 925 925 925 925 925 825
Gas Tax 0 0 0 0 1,700 0
Total Price $45,525 $49,125 $48,605 $49,325 $70,515 $36,695
Total Invoice $42,403 $45,751 $45,268 $45,937 $65,763 $33,884

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Escape

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Escape Hybrid Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,470
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,321
Model Year201420142014201420142012
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassEscape
TrimC250 SportC300 SportC300 LuxuryC350 SportC63 AMGHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine201hp I4248hp V6248hp V6302hp V6451hp V8153hp I4 H
TransmissionT7T7T7T7T7CVT
DrivetrainRWDAWDAWDRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)450, 12450, 12450, 12450, 12450, 12320, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/45-17225/45-17225/40-18235/40-18235/70-16
Total Price$45,525$49,125$48,605$49,325$70,515$36,695
Adjustments for Features-2,360-4,210-3,685-2,710-3,2600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$43,165$44,915$44,920$46,615$67,255$36,695
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,750$1,755$3,450$24,090$0
Total Invoice$42,403$45,751$45,268$45,937$65,763$33,884
Adjustments for Features-2,198-3,921-3,432-2,524-3,0400
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$40,205$41,830$41,836$43,413$62,723$33,884
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,625$1,631$3,208$22,518$0

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Escape

Model Year201420142014201420142012
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassEscape
TrimC250 SportC300 SportC300 LuxuryC350 SportC63 AMGHybrid Limited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200$1200$1200 
CVT     $1000
RWD$0  $0$0 
AWD $1700$1700   
FWD     $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet     $100
Keyless entry keypad     $50
Parking guidance system - passive$250$250 $250$250 
Remote app$25$25$25$25$25 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15$15$15 
Semi-automated parking system     $500
Tilt steering wheel, manual     $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350$350$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150$150$150$150 
911 assist     $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0$0$0 
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150$150 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75$75 
Obstacle detection, front$150$150 $150$150 
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250 $250$250$250
Rollover sensor     $50
Safety key     $5
Vehicle health reports     $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover     $75
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate     $150
Overhead sunglass holder     $25
Roof rack     $300
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100$100$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15$15 
Interior air filter$0$0$0$0$0 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175$175$175$175 
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100$100 
Rear wiper     $175
Variable intermittent wipers     $75
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150$150 $150
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0 $0$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows     $275
Rear bumper protector     $40
Rear spoiler   $200$200 
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0$0$0 
CD changer, in-dash$325$325$325$325$325 
CD player     $125
HD radio$50$50$50$50$50 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150$150 
Navigation, turn-by-turn     $25
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25$25 
Surround sound$250$250$250$250$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225$225 
Voice control for external devices     $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75$75$75 
Chronometer    $100 
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100$100 
Fog lights     $125
Interior ambient lighting     $150
Large energy flow and fuel economy display     $25
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25$25$25 
Spotter mirror(s)     $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100 $100  
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50$50$50 
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100$100$100 
Leather door panel trim$250$250$250$250$250 
Memory system, driver seat$200$200$200$200$200 
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150$150$150 
Metal pedals$75$75 $75$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150$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$50$50 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100$100$100$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100$100$100 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat    $100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat    $100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100$100 
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50$50$50$50$50 
Wood trim  $300 $300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100$100$100$100$100 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0 $0$0 
Transmission 
Launch control    $100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls    $100 
Total Value of Features$6,255$8,105$7,580$6,605$7,155$3,895
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,360$4,210$3,685$2,710$3,260$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,198-3,921-3,432-2,524-3,0400

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Escape

Model Year20142012
ModelC-ClassEscape
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase108.7 in103.1 in
Length180.7 in174.7 in
Width69.7 in71.1 in
Height56.3 in67.7 in
Curb Weight3,429 lb.3,255 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.16.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in56.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.3 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in55.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.9 in49.1 in
Row 2 Legroom33.4 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
12.4 ft329.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
12.466.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested94071%
Total Not Requested37529%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
iPod integration100Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Total Requested50032%
Total Not Requested105068%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested94071%
Total Not Requested37529%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
iPod integration100Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Total Requested50032%
Total Not Requested105068%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Luxury

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested94071%
Total Not Requested37529%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
iPod integration100Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Total Requested50032%
Total Not Requested105068%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested94071%
Total Not Requested37529%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Total Requested90062%
Total Not Requested55038%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested94071%
Total Not Requested37529%
AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested90067%
Total Not Requested45033%

Option Package Details
Ford Escape Hybrid Limited

Hybrid Energy Audiophile and Navigation System
FeatureValueRequested?
Large energy flow and fuel economy display25No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested69065%
Total Not Requested37535%

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