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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Taurus 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. Ford Taurus Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $42,845 Ford Taurus SHO | |||
| Difference: $7,525 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $39,186 Ford Taurus SHO | |||
| Difference: $7,714 | |||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2010 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | Taurus |
| Trim | C350 Sport Sedan | C350 Luxury Sedan | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $38,000 | $38,600 | $37,770 |
| Base Invoice | $35,340 | $35,898 | $34,663 |
| Sunroof Package | 1,790 | 1,790 | |
| Entertainment Package | 1,460 | 1,460 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 690 | 690 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 790 | 790 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 765 | 765 | |
| Folding second row seats | 290 | 290 | |
| Navigation system | 2,210 | 2,210 | 1,450 |
| Heated front seats | 680 | 680 | |
| 7-speed shiftable automatic | 1,410 | ||
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 1,500 | 1,500 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 820 | 820 | |
| Package 402B | 2,800 | ||
| Sunroof Package | 1,665 | 1,665 | |
| Entertainment Package | 1,358 | 1,358 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 642 | 642 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 735 | 735 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 711 | 711 | |
| Folding second row seats | 270 | 270 | |
| Navigation system | 2,055 | 2,055 | 1,262 |
| Heated front seats | 633 | 633 | |
| 7-speed shiftable automatic | 1,311 | ||
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 1,395 | 1,395 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 763 | 763 | |
| Package 402B | 2,436 | ||
| Options (change) | 12,405 | 10,995 | 4,250 |
| Options (change) | 11,538 | 10,227 | 3,698 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 825 |
| Total Price | $51,180 | $50,370 | $42,845 |
| Total Invoice | $47,653 | $46,900 | $39,186 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SHO | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,055 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,025 | |||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2010 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | Taurus |
| Trim | C350 Sport Sedan | C350 Luxury Sedan | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 268hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/29 MPG | 20/29 MPG | 17/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 320, 12 | 320, 12 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 205/55-16 | 255/45-19 |
| Total Price | $51,180 | $50,370 | $42,845 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -175 | -2,705 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $51,180 | $50,195 | $40,140 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $985 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $47,653 | $46,900 | $39,186 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -163 | -2,474 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $47,653 | $46,737 | $36,712 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $916 | $0 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2010 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | Taurus |
| Trim | C350 Sport Sedan | C350 Luxury Sedan | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,205 | $3,380 | $5,910 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $175 | $2,705 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -163 | -2,474 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2007 | 2010 |
| Model | C-Class | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 178.4 in | 202.9 in |
| Width | 68.0 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 55.6 in | 60.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,495 lb. | 4,415 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.9 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.9 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.3 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.0 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.2 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
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 | 100 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 320W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 55% |
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 | 100 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 320W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 55% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Package 402B | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 25 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 1475 | 48% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 90 | 13% |
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