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

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

Lowest Total Price: $47,520

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $20,550

Lowest Total Invoice: $44,259

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $15,706

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620162016201620162009
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassSC
TrimC300C350eC450 AMGAMG C63AMG C63 S430
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.
Base Price $38,950 $45,490 $50,800 $65,250 $73,250 $66,805
Base Invoice $36,224 $42,306 $47,244 $60,683 $68,123 $58,788
Garmin Map Pilot 600 600 600 600 600  
Interior Package 2,880 2,880        
Premium 2 Package 2,220 2,220 1,520      
Blind spot warning system 550 550        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 720 720  
Wood trim 325 325 325 325 0  
Rear spoiler 350 350       440
designo Package     3,620 3,090 550  
Garmin Map Pilot 558 558 558 558 558  
Interior Package 2,678 2,678        
Premium 2 Package 2,065 2,065 1,414      
Blind spot warning system 512 512        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669 669 669 669 669  
Wood trim 302 302 302 302 0  
Rear spoiler 326 326       352
designo Package     3,367 2,874 512  
Options (change) 7,645 7,645 6,785 4,735 1,870 440
Options (change) 7,110 7,110 6,310 4,403 1,739 352
Destination 925 925 925 925 925 825
Gas Tax 0 -4,043 0 0 0 0
Total Price $47,520 $50,017 $58,510 $70,910 $76,045 $68,070
Total Invoice $44,259 $46,298 $54,479 $66,011 $70,787 $59,965

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $18,425
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,834
Model Year201620162016201620162009
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassSC
TrimC300C350eC450 AMGAMG C63AMG C63 S430
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.
Engine241hp I4208hp I4 PiH362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8288hp V8
TransmissionT7T7T7T7T7T6
DrivetrainRWDRWDAWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13240, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/45-18225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19245/40-18
Total Price$47,520$50,017$58,510$70,910$76,045$68,070
Adjustments for Features0-1,525-2,725-1,675-2,375-2,125
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$47,520$48,492$55,785$69,235$73,670$65,945
Cost Above Minimum$0$972$8,265$21,715$26,150$0
Total Invoice$44,259$46,298$54,479$66,011$70,787$59,965
Adjustments for Features0-1,412-2,537-1,559-2,211-1,872
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$44,259$44,886$51,942$64,452$68,576$58,093
Cost Above Minimum$0$627$7,683$20,193$24,317$0

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

Model Year201620162016201620162009
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassSC
TrimC300C350eC450 AMGAMG C63AMG C63 S430
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200$1200$1200 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic     $1100
RWD$0$0 $0$0$0
AWD  $1700   
Accessories 
Eco accelerator $100    
Proximity key$250$250$250$250$250 
Remote app$25$25$25$25$25 
Remote climate control$25$25$25$25$25 
Remote start via app$75$75$75$75$75 
Wind blocker, small     $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200$200 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200$200$200 
Blind spot warning system$200$200$200$200$200 
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150$150 
Forward collision warning$200$200$200$200$200 
Knee airbag, passenger     $75
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0$0$0 
Side curtain airbags$350$350$350$350$350 
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 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15$15 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175$175$175$175 
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100$100 
Variable intermittent wipers     $75
Water-repellent front-door glass     $15
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    
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150$150 
Dual-mode exhaust   $250$250 
Raised top speed limiter    $0 
Exterior 
Body kit  $0$0$0 
Laminated front side windows     $200
Painted brake calipers (optional)    $0 
Power retractable hardtop     $6750
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25$25$25 
CD changer, in-dash     $325
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 
Power antenna     $100
Satellite radio$200$200$200$200$200 
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 
USB port$25$25$25$25$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25$25   
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror     $75
Boost gauge   $75$75 
Chronometer   $100$100 
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100$100 
Fog lights     $125
Headlight washers     $50
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150$150 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25    
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750$750$750$750 
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50$50$50 
Steering-linked headlights     $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25$25$25 
Xenon HID headlights     $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50$50$50 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300$300$300$300$300 
Folding second row seats$300$300$300$300$300 
Leather door panel trim  $250$250$250$250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150  
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150$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 headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50$50 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat     $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat     $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100$100$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100$100 
Synthetic suede steering wheel    $150 
Upholstered instrument panel  $300$300$300 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel     $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500$500$500$500 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100     
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable $1000    
Crosswind stabilization$50$50$50$50$50 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200$200 
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$8,265$9,790$10,990$9,940$10,640$10,390
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,525$2,725$1,675$2,375$2,125
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,412-2,537-1,559-2,211-1,872

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

Model Year20162009
ModelC-ClassSC
Body4dr Sedan2dr Hardtop conv.
Wheelbase111.8 in103.1 in
Length184.5 in178.5 in
Width71.3 in72.0 in
Height56.8 in53.1 in
Curb Weight3,418 lb.3,841 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.0 gal.19.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in37.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in53.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in43.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in27.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in46.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in49.5 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in27.1 in
Cargo Volume12.6 ft38.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested70097%
Total Not Requested253%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested120062%
Total Not Requested75038%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250No
LED tail lights0No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Satellite radio200No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1800100%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e

Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested70097%
Total Not Requested253%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested120062%
Total Not Requested75038%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250No
LED tail lights0No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Satellite radio200No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1800100%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C450 AMG

Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested70097%
Total Not Requested253%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Heated front seats200Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested145066%
Total Not Requested75034%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250No
LED tail lights0No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1350100%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested70097%
Total Not Requested253%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Total Requested115079%
Total Not Requested30021%

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

Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested70097%
Total Not Requested253%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Total Requested25045%
Total Not Requested30055%

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