Mercedes-Benz C-Class (2006) vs. Lexus LS (2013) Feature Comparison at TrueDelta: Optional and standard features by trim

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

Model Year	2006	2006	2006	2006	2006	2013	2013
Model	C-Class	C-Class	C-Class	C-Class	C-Class	LS	LS
Trim	C230 Sport Sedan	C280 Luxury Sedan	C350 Sport Sedan	C350 Luxury Sedan	C55	460L	600h L

Engines
2.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6200 181 lb-ft@2700
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 228 hp@6000 221 lb-ft@2500
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 475 hp@6800 465 lb-ft@5200
4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 386 hp@6400 367 lb-ft@4100
4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 360 hp@6400 347 lb-ft@4100
5.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 389 hp@6400 385 lb-ft@4000
Transmissions
6-speed manual
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic
8-speed manually-shiftable CVT
Drivetrains
RWD
AWD
Tires
225/45ZR17 tires
245/40ZR17 tires
205/55HR16 tires
225/40ZR18 tires
245/35ZR18 tires
235/50VR18 tires
245/45VR19 tires
Audio Systems
Unbranded, 6 speakers
Harman/Kardon, 320W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)
Unbranded, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)
Mark Levinson, 450W, 19 speakers (with subwoofer)
Accessories
AC power outletPowers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier.
Powers devices with a regular home electrical outlet. Limited wattage: forget about using it to power a blow drier.
Adaptive cruise control, all-speedAutomatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.
Cruise control
First-aid kit
Heated steering wheel
Power door closersPulls door tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.
Pulls door tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power locks
Power rear side windows
Power trunk closerDecklid can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.
Decklid can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.
Proximity keyEnter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Remote window/roof operationOperate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.
Sunshade, rear, powerGreatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.
Greatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.
Sunshades, second row, powerGreatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors. Includes value of manual shades.
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors. Includes value of manual shades.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power
Tool kit
Universal garage door openerHomelink.
Homelink.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.
Rear disc brakes.
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seatsIf active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Automatic braking, low-speedAutomatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions.
Automatically brakes car to avoid low-speed collisions.
Blind spot warning systemMirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot.
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
Cross-traffic warning, rearWarns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces.
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces.
Driver attention monitorMonitors the direction of the driver's face and sounds warning, briefly applies brakes if an object is detected ahead while the driver is facing away from the road.
Monitors the direction of the driver's face and sounds warning, briefly applies brakes if an object is detected ahead while the driver is facing away from the road.
Forward collision warningAlerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly.
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Full-size spare tire
Knee airbag, driver
Knee airbag, passenger
Lane departure prevention, steering-basedSteering lightly applied to help prevent the vehicle from inadvertently traveling out of its intended lane.
Steering lightly applied to help prevent the vehicle from inadvertently traveling out of its intended lane.
Lane departure warningAlerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.
Obstacle detection, frontBeeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.
Obstacle detection, rearBeeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Pedestrian detectionWarns driver of pedestrians in path of car.
Warns driver of pedestrians in path of car.
Performance braking system (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation systemPrepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat
Prepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat
Rear side airbagsTorso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.
Rearview cameraRearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Cargo Management
Air-conditioned storage compartment
Cargo mat
Cargo net
Console with shifter
Overhead sunglass holderUsually part of an overhead console.
Usually part of an overhead console.
Rear seat pass-throughUsually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.
Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.
Second-row high consoleSecond-row center console that rises to armrest height, and usually includes storage.
Second-row center console that rises to armrest height, and usually includes storage.
Storage compartment under front seat(s)
Climate Control
Air conditioning
Air purifier
Automatic air recirculationAutomatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.
Automatic climate control, frontMaintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Dual-zone climate controlTemperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Heated windshield washer nozzles
Interior air filterFilters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Intermittent wipers
Quick response PTC heater (optional)Electric heater element to start heating cabin before engine warmed up. Often included with diesels and hybrids.
Electric heater element to start heating cabin before engine warmed up. Often included with diesels and hybrids.
Rain-sensing wipersWipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.
Rear air ventsVents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.
Rear air vents with automatic controlsMaintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls.
Maintains set temperature in rear passenger area by providing heated or cooled air through vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Replaces and includes value of rear air vents with manual controls.
Rear defrost
Rear dual-zone climate controlRequires and does not include the value of rear air vents.
Requires and does not include the value of rear air vents.
Rear heat ductsDucts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Water-repellent front-door glassMakes rain bead up and roll off the windows.
Makes rain bead up and roll off the windows.
Wiper de-icerHeating elements defrost area where front wipers rest.
Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest.
Engine / Motor
Automatic start / stopAutomatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system.
Automatically cuts off the engine when the vehicle is stopped and restarts it when the driver lifts off the brake pedal. Not listed for hybrids, where it is generally part of the powertrain system.
Exterior
Body kitSide skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.
Bodyside moldingsMoldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.
Moldings on the bodysides, to protect against door dings in parking lots.
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Laminated front side windowsReduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.
Metallic paint (extra cost)
Rear spoilerCan be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Self-repairing paintA highly elastic resin within the clearcoat enables the paint to automatically eliminate minor scratches.
A highly elastic resin within the clearcoat enables the paint to automatically eliminate minor scratches.
Sunroof
Gas Guzzler Tax
1300
Infotainment
A/V input jacksJacks for a video camera, game console, or other device with A/V output.
Jacks for a video camera, game console, or other device with A/V output.
App supportTouchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years.
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years.
Audio controls on steering wheel
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Blu-Ray-compatible entertainment systemEntertainment system able to play Blu-Ray discs.
Entertainment system able to play Blu-Ray discs.
Bluetooth audio streamingUses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone.
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.
Includes CD player.
CD changer, remoteCD changer in the glove compartment, trunk, or cargo area, beyond easy reach. Can be in addition to an in-dash CD player.
CD changer in the glove compartment, trunk, or cargo area, beyond easy reach. Can be in addition to an in-dash CD player.
CD player
DVD-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data.
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data.
Entertainment system, console-mountedA DVD player and screen mounted at the rear of the center console. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones.
A DVD player and screen mounted at the rear of the center console. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones.
HD radioHigh-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.
Screen-based navigation system.
Rear seat audio controlsAudio controls for rear seat passengers, usually to control output through headphone jacks.
Audio controls for rear seat passengers, usually to control output through headphone jacks.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
SMS text-to-speech readerConverts text messages to speech.
Converts text messages to speech.
Surround sound
Telematics service, such as OnStarIn-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.
Traffic + travel informationInformation about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.
USB portOften permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.
Voice control for nav and audioSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Weatherband radioIncludes frequencies for weather channels. Only listed when pricing a single model because incomplete data for all model.
Includes frequencies for weather channels. Only listed when pricing a single model because incomplete data for all model.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors
Analog clock
Auto-dimming driver-side mirrorDriver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming headlightsHigh beams automatically turned on and off.
High beams automatically turned on and off.
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirrorPassenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Automatic headlightsHeadlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
Fog light, rearMake it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog.
Make it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Headlight washers
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Interior ambient lightingLEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
Large energy flow and fuel economy displayStandard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.
Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.
LED headlightsLED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types.
LED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.
Front row reading lights.
Mirror tilt-down in reverseOne or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.
Outside temperature display
Perimeter approach lightingArea around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
Power-folding mirrorsMirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.
Speed limit informationDisplays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability.
Displays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability.
Steering-linked headlightsHeadlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.
TachometerReports engine speed.
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Turn signals on or near mirrors
Xenon HID headlightsProvide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.
Seats and Interior Trim
Front buckets
Front sport buckets
Second-row 3-person bench
Second-row buckets
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench
Aluminum trimReal aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.
Center armrest(s), front row
Center armrest(s), second row
Cooled or ventilated front seats
Cooled or ventilated second row seats
Coordinated climate control, front seatsCoordinates seat heaters (and ventilated seats and/or heated steering wheel, if present) with climate control system.
Coordinates seat heaters (and ventilated seats and/or heated steering wheel, if present) with climate control system.
Coordinated climate control, rear seatsCoordinates rear seat heaters (and possibly ventilation, if present) with climate control system.
Coordinates rear seat heaters (and possibly ventilation, if present) with climate control system.
Door sill trim plates
Floor mats
Foldaway tray table, second rowErects between the seats; in vans stows against a seat to open up walk through; in sedans stows in a console.
Erects between the seats; in vans stows against a seat to open up walk through; in sedans stows in a console.
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats
Heated second row seats
Leather door panel trim
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather upholstery, extended coverageLeather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.
Leather beyond the seating surfaces, door panels, and IP top. No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seatManually adjustable lower back support.
Manually adjustable lower back support.
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seatManually tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Manually tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seatManually tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Manually tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Massage, second row seatsPower lumbar, rollers, or vibration used to massage lower back.
Power lumbar, rollers, or vibration used to massage lower back.
Memory system, driver seat
Memory system, passenger seat
Memory system, second row seats
Metal pedals
No leather in second row
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seatsLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats
Power height adjuster, driver seat
Power height adjuster, passenger seat
Power legrest, right second row seatLike having an easy chair in the car.
Like having an easy chair in the car.
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seatPower-adjustable lower back support.
Power-adjustable lower back support.
Power recliner, driver seat
Power recliner, passenger seat
Power recliner, second row seats
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power upper seatback recliner, second row seatsThe upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part; especially useful when the seat is heavily reclined, to better support the upper back.
The upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part; especially useful when the seat is heavily reclined, to better support the upper back.
Power-folding headrests, second row seatsFold at press of a button on the instrument panel, to improve rearward visibility.
Fold at press of a button on the instrument panel, to improve rearward visibility.
Synthetic suede headlinerUsually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars.
Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars.
Upgraded leather upholsteryNo additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.
No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
Wood trimReal wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.
Wood trim, expanded coverageNo additional value over wood trim because no way to standardize across all models.
No additional value over wood trim because no way to standardize across all models.
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheelReal wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim.
Real wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires
Active steeringThe steering ratio is automatically varied based on vehicle speed and other factors.
The steering ratio is automatically varied based on vehicle speed and other factors.
Adaptive dampers - electricalShocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.
Shocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustableAir springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height.
Air springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height.
Alloy wheels
Alloy wheels, optional designSame value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models.
Same value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models.
Electronic systems calibration selectorVaries throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration.
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration.
Sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Wheel locksLug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels.
Lug nuts that can only be removed using a special key. Prevents theft of wheels.
Transmission
Transmission coolerOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.

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Option Package Contents

Premium Package

Features
Surround sound
Harman/Kardon, 320W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)

Premium Driver Assistance Package

Features
Rain-sensing wipers
Sunshade, rear, power
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Rain-sensing wipers
Sunshade, rear, power
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror

Driver Assistance Package

Features
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat
Memory system, driver seat

Premium Package

Features
Surround sound
Harman/Kardon, 320W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)

Premium Driver Assistance Package

Features
Rain-sensing wipers
Sunshade, rear, power
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Rain-sensing wipers
Sunshade, rear, power
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror

Driver Assistance Package

Features
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat
Memory system, driver seat

Premium Package

Features
Surround sound
Harman/Kardon, 320W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)

Premium Driver Assistance Package

Features
Rain-sensing wipers
Sunshade, rear, power
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Rain-sensing wipers
Sunshade, rear, power
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror

Premium Package

Features
Surround sound
Harman/Kardon, 320W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)

Premium Driver Assistance Package

Features
Rain-sensing wipers
Sunshade, rear, power
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Rain-sensing wipers
Sunshade, rear, power
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror

Premium Driver Assistance Package

Features
Rain-sensing wipers
Sunshade, rear, power
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Rain-sensing wipers
Sunshade, rear, power
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror

AWD

Features
AWD
4.6L V8 DOHC-4v 360 hp@6400 347 lb-ft@4100

Executive Class Seatiing Package

Features
Wood trim, expanded coverage
Entertainment system, console-mounted
Second-row high console
AC power outlet
Foldaway tray table, second row
A/V input jacks
Power legrest, right second row seat
Blu-Ray-compatible entertainment system
Second-row buckets

Pre-Collision System

Features
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
Forward collision warning

Advanced Pre-Collision System

Features
Lane departure warning

Driver attention monitor
Automatic braking, low-speed
Lane departure prevention, steering-based
Pedestrian detection

Ultra Luxury Package

Features
Air-conditioned storage compartment

All Weather Package

Features
Headlight washers
Wiper de-icer
Quick response PTC heater (optional)

AWD

Features
Heated second row seats

Leather Upgrade Package

Features
Upgraded leather upholstery
Wood trim, expanded coverage
Leather upholstery, extended coverage
Synthetic suede headliner

Executive Class Seating Package

Features
Upholstered instrument panel, leather

Air Suspension w/VGRS

Features
Sport suspension (upgrade)
Adaptive dampers - electrical
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable
Active steering

Executive Class Seatiing Package

Features
Wood trim, expanded coverage
Entertainment system, console-mounted
Second-row high console
AC power outlet
Foldaway tray table, second row
A/V input jacks
Power legrest, right second row seat
Blu-Ray-compatible entertainment system
Second-row buckets

Pre-Collision System

Features
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
Forward collision warning

Advanced Pre-Collision System

Features
Lane departure warning

Driver attention monitor
Automatic braking, low-speed
Lane departure prevention, steering-based
Pedestrian detection

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Available Features: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2005	2dr Hatch supercharged 189hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD	THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF is an absolute must. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review

2006 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Available Features: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Nav should be standard. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review
2006	4dr Sedan 228-horsepower 3.0L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD	see above, also no ipod jack. see full Mercedes-Benz C-Class review

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Lexus LS Feature Comparison

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

Option Package Contents

Premium Package

Premium Driver Assistance Package

Driver Assistance Package

Premium Package

Premium Driver Assistance Package

Driver Assistance Package

Premium Package

Premium Driver Assistance Package

Premium Package

Premium Driver Assistance Package

Premium Driver Assistance Package

AWD

Executive Class Seatiing Package

Pre-Collision System

Advanced Pre-Collision System

Ultra Luxury Package

All Weather Package

AWD

Leather Upgrade Package

Executive Class Seating Package

Air Suspension w/VGRS

Executive Class Seatiing Package

Pre-Collision System

Advanced Pre-Collision System

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