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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Lexus LS 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. Lexus LS Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $45,795 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Luxury | |||||||
| Difference: $17,891 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $42,652 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Luxury | |||||||
| Difference: $12,448 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | LS |
| Trim | C250 Sport | C250 Luxury | C300 Sport | C300 Luxury | C350 Sport | C63 AMG | 430 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $34,800 | $35,220 | $38,020 | $38,430 | $40,575 | $58,930 | $56,525 |
| Base Invoice | $32,364 | $32,755 | $35,359 | $35,740 | $37,735 | $54,805 | $49,176 |
| Lighting Package | 1,290 | 1,290 | 1,290 | 1,290 | 1,290 | 1,290 | |
| Leather Package | 1,750 | 1,750 | 1,750 | 1,750 | 1,750 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,790 | 2,790 | 2,790 | 2,790 | 2,790 | 2,790 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 970 | 970 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Wood trim | 325 | 325 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Proximity key | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 1,000 |
| AMG Leather Package | 3,090 | ||||||
| Modern Luxury Package | 4,980 | ||||||
| Satellite radio | 486 | ||||||
| Lighting Package | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Leather Package | 1,628 | 1,628 | 1,628 | 1,628 | 1,628 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,325 | 2,325 | 2,325 | 2,325 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,595 | 2,595 | 2,595 | 2,595 | 2,595 | 2,595 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 902 | 902 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | |
| Wood trim | 302 | 302 | 0 | 0 | |||
| Proximity key | 605 | 605 | 605 | 605 | 605 | 605 | 800 |
| AMG Leather Package | 2,874 | ||||||
| Modern Luxury Package | 4,040 | ||||||
| Satellite radio | 389 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 10,995 | 9,700 | 10,995 | 9,700 | 8,170 | 9,510 | 6,466 |
| Options (change) | 10,226 | 9,022 | 10,226 | 9,022 | 7,599 | 8,845 | 5,229 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 695 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,700 | 0 |
| Total Price | $46,670 | $45,795 | $49,890 | $49,005 | $49,620 | $71,015 | $63,686 |
| Total Invoice | $43,465 | $42,652 | $46,460 | $45,637 | $46,209 | $66,225 | $55,100 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Lexus LS
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Luxury | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,946 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,630 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | LS |
| Trim | C250 Sport | C250 Luxury | C300 Sport | C300 Luxury | C350 Sport | C63 AMG | 430 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 201hp I4 | 228hp V6 | 228hp V6 | 302hp V6 | 451hp V8 | 278hp V8 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 240, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 | 225/55-17 |
| Total Price | $46,670 | $45,795 | $49,890 | $49,005 | $49,620 | $71,015 | $63,686 |
| Adjustments for Features | -650 | 0 | -2,350 | -1,700 | -850 | -1,350 | -945 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,020 | $45,795 | $47,540 | $47,305 | $48,770 | $69,665 | $62,741 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $225 | $0 | $1,745 | $1,510 | $2,975 | $23,870 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $43,465 | $42,652 | $46,460 | $45,637 | $46,209 | $66,225 | $55,100 |
| Adjustments for Features | -605 | 0 | -2,188 | -1,583 | -792 | -1,259 | -818 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $42,860 | $42,652 | $44,272 | $44,054 | $45,417 | $64,966 | $54,282 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $208 | $0 | $1,620 | $1,402 | $2,765 | $22,314 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Lexus LS
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | LS |
| Trim | C250 Sport | C250 Luxury | C300 Sport | C300 Luxury | C350 Sport | C63 AMG | 430 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||||
| Accessories | |||||||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | ||||||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | ||||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | ||||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Exterior | |||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Cassette player | $50 | ||||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||||||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | ||||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||||
| Total Value of Features | $3,655 | $3,005 | $5,355 | $4,705 | $3,855 | $4,355 | $3,950 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $650 | $0 | $2,350 | $1,700 | $850 | $1,350 | $945 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -605 | 0 | -2,188 | -1,583 | -792 | -1,259 | -818 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Lexus LS
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | C-Class | LS |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 115.2 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 197.4 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 72.0 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 58.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,429 lb. | 3,991 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 22.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.3 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 44.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 58.2 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.9 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.4 in | 37.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 34% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 54% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 6% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Luxury
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 34% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 54% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 6% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 34% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 54% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 6% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Luxury
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 34% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 54% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 6% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 34% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 6% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
| AMG Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 30% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 6% |
Option Package Details
Lexus LS 430
| Modern Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Mark Levinson, 240W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 35% |
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