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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Lexus GS Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Lexus GS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $52,250

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport   
Difference: $1,566

Lowest Total Invoice: $47,369

Lexus GS 350   
Difference: $1,290

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2014201420142014200920092009
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassGSGSGS
TrimC250 SportC300 SportC350 SportC63 AMG350460450h
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $35,800 $39,400 $42,100 $60,250 $44,850 $53,320 $56,400
Base Invoice $33,294 $36,642 $39,153 $56,033 $39,916 $46,921 $50,196
Leather Package 1,750 1,750 1,750        
Premium 1 Package 2,500 2,500          
Lighting Package 1,390 1,390 1,390 1,390      
Multimedia Package 2,860 2,860 2,860 2,860      
Driver Assistance Package 2,950 2,950 2,950 2,950      
Obstacle detection, rear 970 970 970 970 500 500  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 720      
Proximity key 650 650 650 650      
Wood trim 325 325 0 0      
Rear side airbags 420 420 420 420      
Special order charge 250 250 250 250      
Rear spoiler 300 300     200 200 200
Sunshade, rear, power 440 440 440   210 210  
AMG Leather Package       3,090      
Navigation system         1,850 1,850 1,500
Rain-sensing wipers         525 100  
Adaptive cruise control         2,850 2,850 2,850
Telematics service, such as OnStar         900 900 900
Satellite radio         486 486 486
Adaptive dampers - electrical         620    
Leather Package 1,628 1,628 1,628        
Premium 1 Package 2,325 2,325          
Lighting Package 1,293 1,293 1,293 1,293      
Multimedia Package 2,660 2,660 2,660 2,660      
Driver Assistance Package 2,744 2,744 2,744 2,744      
Obstacle detection, rear 902 902 902 902 400 400  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669 669 669 669      
Proximity key 605 605 605 605      
Wood trim 302 302 0 0      
Rear side airbags 391 391 391 391      
Special order charge 233 233 233 233      
Rear spoiler 279 279     160 160 160
Sunshade, rear, power 409 409 409   168 168  
AMG Leather Package       2,874      
Navigation system         1,555 1,555 1,275
Rain-sensing wipers         420 80  
Adaptive cruise control         2,280 2,280 2,280
Telematics service, such as OnStar         760 760 760
Satellite radio         389 389 389
Adaptive dampers - electrical         496    
Options (change) 15,525 15,525 12,400 13,300 8,141 7,096 5,936
Options (change) 14,440 14,440 11,534 12,371 6,628 5,792 4,864
Destination 925 925 925 925 825 825 825
Gas Tax 0 0 0 1,700 0 0 -1,300
Total Price $52,250 $55,850 $55,425 $76,175 $53,816 $61,241 $61,861
Total Invoice $48,659 $52,007 $51,612 $71,029 $47,369 $53,538 $54,585

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Lexus GS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,906
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $889
Model Year2014201420142014200920092009
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassGSGSGS
TrimC250 SportC300 SportC350 SportC63 AMG350460450h
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine201hp I4248hp V6302hp V6451hp V8303hp V6342hp V8292hp V6 H
TransmissionT7T7T7T7T6T8CVT-6
DrivetrainRWDAWDRWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)450, 12450, 12450, 12450, 12134, 10134, 10134, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/45-17225/40-18235/40-18225/50-17245/40-18245/40-18
Total Price$52,250$55,850$55,425$76,175$53,816$61,241$61,861
Adjustments for Features-2,340-4,190-2,490-2,6150-1,200-1,150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$49,910$51,660$52,935$73,560$53,816$60,041$60,711
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,750$3,025$23,650$0$6,225$6,895
Total Invoice$48,659$52,007$51,612$71,029$47,369$53,538$54,585
Adjustments for Features-2,179-3,902-2,319-2,4380-1,049-1,015
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$46,480$48,105$49,293$68,591$47,369$52,489$53,570
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,625$2,813$22,111$0$5,120$6,201

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Lexus GS

Model Year2014201420142014200920092009
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassGSGSGS
TrimC250 SportC300 SportC350 SportC63 AMG350460450h
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200$1200   
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1100  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic     $1300 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT      $1100
RWD$0 $0$0$0$0$0
AWD $1700     
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control    $600$600$600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850$850   
Parking guidance system - passive$250$250$250$250   
Power trunk / liftgate pull-down    $50$50$50
Remote app$25$25$25$25   
Sunshade, rear, power$225$225$225 $225$225$225
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0$0   
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200$200   
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150$150$150   
Blind spot warning system$200$200$200$200   
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150   
Forward collision warning$200$200$200$200   
Knee airbag, passenger    $75$75$75
Lane departure prevention$150$150$150$150   
Lane departure warning$200$200$200$200   
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder    $25$25$25
Rear seat pass-through    $100$100 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15   
Water-repellent front-door glass    $15$15$15
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150    
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0$0$0   
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0$0   
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25$25   
Cassette player    $50$50$50
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0$0   
HD radio$50$50$50$50   
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150   
Media drive$15$15$15$15   
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25   
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25$25   
Surround sound$250$250$250$250   
Telematics service, such as OnStar    $200$200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225   
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25$25   
USB port$25$25$25$25   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200$200   
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror    $75$75$75
Chronometer   $100   
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100   
Fog lights    $125$125$125
Interior ambient lighting    $150$150$150
Large energy flow and fuel economy display      $25
Power-folding mirrors    $50$50$50
Tachometer$75$75$75$75$75$75 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25$25   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats      $300
Folding second row seats$300$300$300$300   
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150$150  
Metal pedals$75$75$75$75   
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150$150   
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, driver seat    $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat    $100$100$100
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat   $100   
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat   $100   
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50$50$50$50   
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel     $150$150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active steering     $1000$1000
Adaptive dampers - electrical    $500$500$500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$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$6,105$7,955$6,255$6,380$3,765$4,965$4,915
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,340$4,190$2,490$2,615$0$1,200$1,150
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,179-3,902-2,319-2,4380-1,049-1,015

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Lexus GS

Model Year20142009
ModelC-ClassGS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase108.7 in112.2 in
Length180.7 in190.0 in
Width69.7 in71.7 in
Height56.3 in56.1 in
Curb Weight3,429 lb.3,796 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.18.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in37.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in56.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.3 in54.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in43.5 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in37.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.9 in51.4 in
Row 2 Legroom33.4 in36.4 in
Cargo Volume12.4 ft312.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested130090%
Total Not Requested15010%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
iPod integration100No
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Total Requested70045%
Total Not Requested85055%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested70078%
Total Not Requested20022%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested110084%
Total Not Requested21516%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision alert200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested20010%
Total Not Requested180090%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested130090%
Total Not Requested15010%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
iPod integration100No
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Total Requested70045%
Total Not Requested85055%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested70078%
Total Not Requested20022%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested110084%
Total Not Requested21516%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision alert200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested20010%
Total Not Requested180090%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested130090%
Total Not Requested15010%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested70078%
Total Not Requested20022%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested110084%
Total Not Requested21516%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision alert200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested20010%
Total Not Requested180090%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG

AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested130096%
Total Not Requested504%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested70078%
Total Not Requested20022%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested110084%
Total Not Requested21516%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200No
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision alert200No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested20010%
Total Not Requested180090%

Option Package Details
Lexus GS 350

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Rain-sensing wipers
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Total Requested300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Lexus GS 460

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Rain-sensing wipers
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Lexus GS 450h

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Large energy flow and fuel economy display25No
Total Requested70097%
Total Not Requested253%
Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%

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