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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Kia Optima 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. Kia Optima Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $35,940 Kia Optima SX | ||||||
| Difference: $17,725 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,386 Kia Optima SX | ||||||
| Difference: $16,587 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | C300 | C400 | C63 AMG | C63 AMG S | SX | SX Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $38,400 | $48,590 | $63,900 | $71,900 | $29,940 | $36,040 |
| Base Invoice | $35,712 | $45,189 | $59,427 | $66,867 | $27,865 | $33,435 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,800 | 2,800 | 2,800 | 2,800 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,690 | 2,690 | 2,690 | 2,690 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,700 | |||||
| Interior Package | 2,300 | 2,300 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 970 | 970 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | ||||
| Sunshades, second row | 380 | 380 | 380 | 380 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | ||
| Lighting Package | 800 | 800 | 800 | |||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | |||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 500 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Premium Technology Package | 4,800 | |||||
| Universal garage door opener | 350 | 350 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,604 | 2,604 | 2,604 | 2,604 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,502 | 2,502 | 2,502 | 2,502 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,511 | |||||
| Interior Package | 2,139 | 2,139 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 902 | 902 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 279 | 279 | ||||
| Sunshades, second row | 354 | 354 | 353 | 353 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | ||
| Lighting Package | 744 | 744 | 744 | |||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | |||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 465 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Premium Technology Package | 4,380 | |||||
| Universal garage door opener | 291 | 291 | ||||
| Options (change) | 14,340 | 12,440 | 12,930 | 9,840 | 5,150 | 350 |
| Options (change) | 13,336 | 11,569 | 12,024 | 9,150 | 4,671 | 291 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 850 | 850 |
| Total Price | $53,665 | $61,955 | $77,755 | $82,665 | $35,940 | $37,240 |
| Total Invoice | $49,973 | $57,683 | $72,376 | $76,942 | $33,386 | $34,576 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Kia Optima
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Optima SX | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,620 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,696 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | C300 | C400 | C63 AMG | C63 AMG S | SX | SX Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 329hp V6 | 469hp V8 | 503hp V8 | 245hp I4 | 245hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 630, 10 | 630, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/35-19 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $53,665 | $61,955 | $77,755 | $82,665 | $35,940 | $37,240 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,105 | -6,055 | -4,605 | -5,755 | 0 | -300 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $50,560 | $55,900 | $73,150 | $76,910 | $35,940 | $36,940 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $5,340 | $22,590 | $26,350 | $0 | $1,000 |
| Total Invoice | $49,973 | $57,683 | $72,376 | $76,942 | $33,386 | $34,576 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,891 | -5,637 | -4,286 | -5,357 | 0 | -279 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $47,082 | $52,046 | $68,090 | $71,585 | $33,386 | $34,297 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,964 | $21,008 | $24,503 | $0 | $911 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Optima | Optima |
| Trim | C300 | C400 | C63 AMG | C63 AMG S | SX | SX Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | |||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Proximity trunk or liftgate opener | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Around view cameras | $500 | |||||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | ||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |||||
| Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented) | $500 | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||||
| Approach detection | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Heated front row armrests | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces | $450 | |||||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $8,145 | $11,095 | $9,645 | $10,795 | $5,040 | $5,340 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,105 | $6,055 | $4,605 | $5,755 | $0 | $300 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,891 | -5,637 | -4,286 | -5,357 | 0 | -279 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Kia Optima
| Model Year | 2015 | 2016 |
| Model | C-Class | Optima |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 184.5 in | 191.1 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 56.8 in | 57.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,418 lb. | 3,220 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 58.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 45.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 56.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.2 in | 35.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.6 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 37% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 35% |
| Total Not Requested | 1300 | 65% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 31% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C400
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 37% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 31% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 46% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 37% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| 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% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 46% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG S
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 37% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 46% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Upgraded stability control | 0 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Rear reading lights | 0 | No |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 630W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 4450 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 11% |
Option Package Details
Kia Optima SX Limited
| Universal garage door opener | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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