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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Lincoln MKZ Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Lincoln MKZ Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $46,025

Lincoln MKZ   
Difference: $8,160

Lowest Total Invoice: $43,375

Lincoln MKZ   
Difference: $7,089

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182018201820182016201620162016
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassMKZMKZMKZMKZ
TrimC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 SBaseHybridBlack LabelHybrid Black Label
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $40,250 $53,400 $66,100 $73,700 $35,190 $35,190 $45,605 $45,605
Base Invoice $37,433 $49,662 $61,473 $68,541 $33,431 $33,431 $42,869 $42,869
Advanced Lighting Package 1,900 1,900 1,050 1,050        
Parking Assist Package 1,090 1,090 1,090 1,090        
Multimedia Package 2,200 2,200 2,200 2,200        
Leather Seating Package 1,950              
Premium Driver Assistance Package 3,050              
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 720        
Heated front seats 580              
Cooled or ventilated front seats 450 450 450 450        
Panoramic sunroof 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000        
Driver Assistance Package   2,250 2,250 2,250        
Leather seating surfaces   1,620            
AMG Leather Package     2,590          
Reserve Package         4,420 4,420    
Technology Package         2,495 2,495 2,495 2,495
Sunroof, large         2,995 2,995 2,995 2,995
Advanced Lighting Package 1,767 1,767 977 977        
Parking Assist Package 1,014 1,014 1,014 1,014        
Multimedia Package 2,046 2,046 2,046 2,046        
Leather Seating Package 1,814              
Premium Driver Assistance Package 2,837              
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670 670        
Heated front seats 539              
Cooled or ventilated front seats 419 419 419 419        
Panoramic sunroof 930 930 930 930        
Driver Assistance Package   2,093 2,093 2,093        
Leather seating surfaces   1,507            
AMG Leather Package     2,409          
Reserve Package         4,022 4,022    
Technology Package         2,271 2,271 2,271 2,271
Sunroof, large         2,726 2,726 2,726 2,726
Options (change) 12,940 11,230 11,350 8,760 9,910 9,910 5,490 5,490
Options (change) 12,036 10,446 10,558 8,149 9,019 9,019 4,997 4,997
Destination 995 995 995 995 925 925 925 925
Total Price $54,185 $65,625 $78,445 $83,455 $46,025 $46,025 $52,020 $52,020
Total Invoice $50,464 $61,103 $73,026 $77,685 $43,375 $43,375 $48,791 $48,791

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Lincoln MKZ

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lincoln MKZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,825
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,847
Model Year20182018201820182016201620162016
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassMKZMKZMKZMKZ
TrimC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 SBaseHybridBlack LabelHybrid Black Label
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine241hp I4362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8240hp I4141hp I4 H240hp I4141hp I4 H
TransmissionT9T9T7T7T6CVTT6CVT
DrivetrainRWDAWDRWDRWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 5?, 5590, 13590, 13?, 11?, 11?, 11?, 11
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19245/45-18245/45-18245/40-19245/40-19
Total Price$54,185$65,625$78,445$83,455$46,025$46,025$52,020$52,020
Adjustments for Features-1,435-4,060-3,110-3,810-1000-1,600-1,500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$52,750$61,565$75,335$79,645$45,925$46,025$50,420$50,520
Cost Above Minimum$0$8,815$22,585$26,895$0$100$4,495$4,595
Total Invoice$50,464$61,103$73,026$77,685$43,375$43,375$48,791$48,791
Adjustments for Features-1,336-3,780-2,895-3,547-940-1,501-1,407
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$49,128$57,323$70,131$74,138$43,281$43,375$47,290$47,384
Cost Above Minimum$0$8,195$21,003$25,010$0$94$4,009$4,103

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Lincoln MKZ

Model Year20182018201820182016201620162016
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassMKZMKZMKZMKZ
TrimC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 SBaseHybridBlack LabelHybrid Black Label
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400$1400      
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1200$1200    
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1100 $1100 
CVT     $1000 $1000
RWD$0 $0$0    
AWD $1700      
FWD    $0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet    $100$100$100$100
Active noise reduction    $0$0$0$0
Adaptive cruise control    $600$600$600$600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850$850    
Heated steering wheel    $100$100$100$100
Keyless entry keypad    $50$50$50$50
Power trunk closer    $350$350$350$350
Remote start    $150$150$150$150
Remote start via app$75$75$75$75    
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist    $25$25$25$25
Around view cameras$500$500$500$500    
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200    
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200$200    
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150$150$150    
Collision preparation system, rear$100$100$100$100    
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system$0$0$0$0    
Inflatable rear seat belts      $200$200
Knee airbag, passenger    $75$75$75$75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based    $200$200$200$200
Lane keeping assist$400$400$400$400    
Pedestrian detection$50$50$50$50    
Rear side airbags$300$300$300$300    
Rearview camera    $200$200$200$200
Safety key    $5$5$5$5
Temporary spare tire    $150 $150 
Tires, run-flat$150$150      
Vehicle health reports    $0$0$0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat    $40$40$40$40
Rear seat pass-through    $100$100$100$100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100$100    
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15    
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential   $500    
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)   $500    
Limited-slip rear differential  $300     
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150 $150 $150
Dual-mode exhaust  $250$250    
Raised top speed limiter   $0    
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0$0    
Bodyside cladding    $350$350$350$350
Laminated front side windows    $200$200$200$200
Painted brake calipers (optional)   $0    
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200$1200    
Rear spoiler  $200$200    
Sunroof, large    $1100$1100$1100$1100
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0$0    
Aux input    $50$50$50$50
Concierge Services - 4 year subscription      $200$200
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0$0    
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200    
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150    
Media drive$15$15$15$15    
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0    
Navigation, turn-by-turn    $25$25$25$25
Surround sound  $250$250    
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225    
Voice control for external devices    $0$0$0$0
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50    
Wi-Fi hotspot capability    $0$0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25       
Boost gauge $75$75$75    
Chronometer $100$100$100    
Cornering lights$50$50$50$50    
Detailed driving style feedback     $100 $100
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100    
Fog lights    $125$125$125$125
Interior ambient lighting    $150$150$150$150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150    
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display    $250$250$250$250
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25$25    
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated second row seats    $200$200$200$200
Leather door panel trim      $250$250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 $150$150$150$150
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150$150    
Metal pedals $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$100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat    $100$100$100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100$100    
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100    
Synthetic suede headliner      $650$650
Synthetic suede steering wheel   $150    
Upgraded floor mats      $0$0
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather      $200$200
Upholstered instrument panel $300$300$300    
Wood trim$300$300$300$300$300$300  
Wood trim, alternative type      $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500$500$500$500$500$500$500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100       
Crosswind stabilization$50$50$50$50    
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0    
Suggestive steering$0$0$0$0    
Transmission 
Launch control  $100$100    
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100$100$100 $100 
Total Value of Features$8,280$10,905$9,955$10,655$6,945$6,845$8,445$8,345
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,435$4,060$3,110$3,810$100$0$1,600$1,500
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,336-3,780-2,895-3,547-940-1,501-1,407

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Lincoln MKZ

Model Year20182016
ModelC-ClassMKZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.8 in112.2 in
Length184.5 in194.1 in
Width71.3 in73.4 in
Height56.8 in58.2 in
Curb Weight3,418 lb.3,720 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.16.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in37.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in57.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in36.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in55.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.8 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in37.0 in
Cargo Volume12.6 ft315.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
LED tail lights0No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested70078%
Total Not Requested20022%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested72577%
Total Not Requested21523%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Premium Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested135057%
Total Not Requested100043%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43

Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
LED tail lights0No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested70078%
Total Not Requested20022%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested72577%
Total Not Requested21523%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested70041%
Total Not Requested100059%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested60075%
Total Not Requested20025%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested72577%
Total Not Requested21523%
AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested70041%
Total Not Requested100059%

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

Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
LED tail lights0No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested60075%
Total Not Requested20025%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested72577%
Total Not Requested21523%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested70041%
Total Not Requested100059%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ

Reserve Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power decklid300No
Heated steering wheel100No
AC power outlet100No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Remote air conditioning25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Daytime running lights (optional)0No
HD radio50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested265079%
Total Not Requested70021%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Total Requested2150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid

Reserve Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power decklid300No
Heated steering wheel100No
AC power outlet100No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Remote air conditioning25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Daytime running lights (optional)0No
HD radio50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested265079%
Total Not Requested70021%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Total Requested2150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Black Label

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Total Requested2150100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Black Label

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Total Requested2150100%
Total Not Requested00%

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