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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: $56,325

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $16,505

Lowest Total Invoice: $52,450

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $15,240

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201720172017201720172014
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassGS
TrimC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S450h
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $39,500 $46,050 $52,000 $65,200 $72,800 $60,430
Base Invoice $36,735 $42,827 $48,360 $60,636 $67,704 $56,200
Premium 4 Package 8,650 8,650 7,400 5,700 5,700  
Heated front seats 580 580        
Leather Seating Package 2,050 2,050        
Panoramic sunroof 1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480  
Sunshades, second row 380 380 380 380 380  
Cooled or ventilated front seats 450 450 450 450 450  
Head-up display (HUD) 990 990 990 990 990 900
Heated steering wheel 250 250        
Upholstered instrument panel 350 350        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 720 720  
Leather seating surfaces     1,620      
designo Package       3,100 500  
Navigation system           1,735
Luxury Package           5,255
Adaptive cruise control           2,000
Blind spot warning system           700
Lane departure prevention           500
Power trunk closer           400
Premium 4 Package 8,045 8,045 6,882 5,301 5,301  
Heated front seats 539 539        
Leather Seating Package 1,907 1,907        
Panoramic sunroof 1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376  
Sunshades, second row 354 354 354 353 353  
Cooled or ventilated front seats 419 419 419 419 419  
Head-up display (HUD) 921 921 921 921 921 828
Heated steering wheel 233 233        
Upholstered instrument panel 326 326        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670 670 670  
Leather seating surfaces     1,507      
designo Package       2,883 465  
Navigation system           1,603
Luxury Package           4,837
Adaptive cruise control           1,840
Blind spot warning system           644
Lane departure prevention           460
Power trunk closer           368
Options (change) 15,900 15,900 13,040 12,820 10,220 11,490
Options (change) 14,790 14,790 12,129 11,923 9,505 10,580
Destination 925 925 925 925 925 910
Gas Tax 0 -4,043 0 0 0 0
Total Price $56,325 $58,832 $65,965 $78,945 $83,945 $72,830
Total Invoice $52,450 $54,499 $61,414 $73,484 $78,134 $67,690

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $18,045
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,674
Model Year201720172017201720172014
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassGS
TrimC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S450h
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine241hp I4208hp I4 PiH362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8286hp V6 H
TransmissionT7T7T9T7T7CVT-6
DrivetrainRWDRWDAWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13299, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/45-18225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19235/45-18
Total Price$56,325$58,832$65,965$78,945$83,945$72,830
Adjustments for Features-1,540-3,065-3,965-3,015-3,7150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$54,785$55,767$62,000$75,930$80,230$72,830
Cost Above Minimum$0$982$7,215$21,145$25,445$0
Total Invoice$52,450$54,499$61,414$73,484$78,134$67,690
Adjustments for Features-1,434-2,839-3,691-2,806-3,4580
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$51,016$51,660$57,723$70,678$74,676$67,690
Cost Above Minimum$0$644$6,707$19,662$23,660$0

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

Model Year201720172017201720172014
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassGS
TrimC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S450h
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200 $1200$1200 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1400   
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT     $1100
RWD$0$0 $0$0$0
AWD  $1700   
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control     $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850$850$850 
Eco accelerator $100    
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100$100$100$100 
Heated steering wheel$100$100   $100
Remote app$25$25$25$25$25 
Remote climate control$25$25$25$25$25 
Remote start via app$75$75$75$75$75 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats     $0
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200$200$200 
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150$150$150$150 
Collision preparation system, rear$100$100$100$100$100 
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system$0$0$0$0$0 
Driver attention monitor     $500
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150$150 
Knee airbag, passenger     $75
Lane departure prevention     $150
Lane keeping assist$400$400$400$400$400 
Pedestrian detection$50$50$50$50$50 
Temporary spare tire     $150
Tires, run-flat$150$150$150   
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100$100$100$100 
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter     $150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150$150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25$25$25 
Rear seat pass-through     $100
Climate Control 
Fragrance atomizer$200$200$200$200$200 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15$15 
Ionizing air filtration$50$50$50$50$50 
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls     $250
Water-repellent front-door glass     $15
Wiper de-icer     $25
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential    $500 
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)    $500 
Limited-slip rear differential   $300  
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$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25$25 
Painted brake calipers (optional)    $0 
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200$1200$1200 
Rear spoiler   $200$200 
Sunroof     $900
Infotainment 
Aux input     $50
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200$200 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150$150 
Media drive$15$15$15$15$15 
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0$0 
Rear seat audio controls     $25
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25$25 
Siri Eyes Free support     $0
Telematics service, such as OnStar     $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225$225 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25   $25
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200$200$200 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror     $75
Boost gauge  $75$75$75 
Chronometer  $100$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
Headlight washers     $50
Interior ambient lighting     $150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150$150 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25   $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates     $100
Folding second row seats$300$300$300$300$300 
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200$200$200$200 
Leather door panel trim   $250$250 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150  
Metal pedals  $75$75$75 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50$50 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat     $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat     $100
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat     $100
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat     $100
Synthetic suede steering wheel    $150 
Wood trim$300$300$300$300$300 
Wood trim, alternative type     $300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel     $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500$500$500$500$500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100     
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable $1000    
Crosswind stabilization$50$50$50$50$50 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0$0 
Suggestive steering$0$0$0$0$0 
Transmission 
Launch control   $100$100 
Total Value of Features$7,830$9,355$10,255$9,305$10,005$6,290
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,540$3,065$3,965$3,015$3,715$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,434-2,839-3,691-2,806-3,4580

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

Model Year20172014
ModelC-ClassGS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.8 in112.2 in
Length184.5 in190.7 in
Width71.3 in72.4 in
Height56.8 in57.3 in
Curb Weight3,418 lb.3,796 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in57.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.5 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in55.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in54.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume12.6 ft314.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights1000Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested405063%
Total Not Requested241537%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested115096%
Total Not Requested504%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights1000Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested405063%
Total Not Requested241537%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested115096%
Total Not Requested504%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights1000Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested340058%
Total Not Requested241542%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights-500Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested165046%
Total Not Requested196554%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250No
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested90078%
Total Not Requested25022%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
LED tail lights0No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights1000Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested315062%
Total Not Requested196538%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested250100%

Option Package Details
Lexus GS 450h

Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Driver attention monitor500No
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested85063%
Total Not Requested50037%
Blind spot warning system
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Total Requested300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Lane departure prevention system
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure prevention system150Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Speed limit information0No
App support0Yes
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
LED headlights-250Yes
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Rear seat audio controls25No
Wood trim, alternative type0No
235/45VR18 tires400No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Total Requested47533%
Total Not Requested97567%

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