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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Kia Seltos 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 Seltos Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,290 Kia Seltos SX | ||||||
| Difference: $19,595 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2021 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Seltos |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | C450 AMG | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $38,950 | $45,490 | $50,800 | $65,250 | $73,250 | $27,990 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,800 | 2,800 | 2,250 | 2,250 | 2,250 | |
| Lighting Package | 800 | 800 | 800 | 800 | 800 | |
| Heated front seats | 580 | 580 | 580 | |||
| Premium 2 Package | 2,220 | 2,220 | 1,520 | |||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 600 | 600 | 600 | 600 | 600 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Rear spoiler | 350 | 350 | ||||
| Rearview camera | 460 | 460 | 460 | 460 | 460 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Floor mats | 130 | |||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 295 | |||||
| Sunroof | 700 | |||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,604 | 2,604 | 2,092 | 2,092 | 2,092 | |
| Lighting Package | 744 | 744 | 744 | 744 | 744 | |
| Heated front seats | 539 | 539 | 539 | |||
| Premium 2 Package | 2,065 | 2,065 | 1,414 | |||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 558 | 558 | 558 | 558 | 558 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | |
| Rear spoiler | 326 | 326 | ||||
| Rearview camera | 428 | 428 | 428 | 428 | 428 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Floor mats | 0 | |||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 0 | |||||
| Sunroof | 0 | |||||
| Options (change) | 10,010 | 10,010 | 8,410 | 6,310 | 6,310 | 1,125 |
| Options (change) | 9,309 | 9,309 | 7,820 | 5,867 | 5,867 | 0 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 1,175 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -4,043 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $49,885 | $52,382 | $60,135 | $72,485 | $80,485 | $30,290 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Kia Seltos
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Seltos SX | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $19,940 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $45,296 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2021 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Seltos |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | C450 AMG | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 208hp I4 PiH | 362hp V6 | 469hp V8 | 503hp V8 | 175hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 400, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/35-19 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $49,885 | $52,382 | $60,135 | $72,485 | $80,485 | $30,290 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,525 | -2,925 | -2,450 | -4,250 | -345 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $49,885 | $50,857 | $57,210 | $70,035 | $76,235 | $29,945 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $972 | $7,325 | $20,150 | $26,350 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Kia Seltos
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2021 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Seltos |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | C450 AMG | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | SX |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware | $1000 | |||||
| Eco accelerator | $100 | |||||
| Lead vehicle start alert | $25 | |||||
| Remote start | $150 | |||||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||||
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | |||||
| Cyclist detection | $25 | |||||
| Hill descent control | $250 | |||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Vehicle exit intervention | $25 | |||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | |||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |||||
| Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented) | $500 | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||||
| Lockable center differential | $150 | |||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | |||||
| 6 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |||||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Speaker lights | $100 | |||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $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 | ||||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces | $450 | $450 | $450 | |||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,355 | $9,880 | $11,280 | $10,805 | $12,605 | $8,700 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,525 | $2,925 | $2,450 | $4,250 | $345 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,412 | -2,723 | -2,281 | -3,956 | -13 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Kia Seltos
| Model Year | 2016 | 2021 |
| Model | C-Class | Seltos |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 103.5 in |
| Length | 184.5 in | 172.0 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 70.9 in |
| Height | 56.8 in | 63.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,418 lb. | 3,088 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.2 in | 38.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 26.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 | 62.8 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 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1800 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 5% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 31% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | Yes |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 33% |
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1800 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 5% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 31% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | Yes |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 33% |
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C450 AMG
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 6% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 31% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | Yes |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 44% |
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 6% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 31% |
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 6% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 31% |
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
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