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

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $50,690

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport   
Difference: $3,635

Lowest Total Invoice: $47,205

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport   
Difference: $3,385

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012201220172017
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassGLCGLC
TrimC250 SportC300 SportC350 SportGLC300AMG GLC43
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $34,800 $38,020 $40,575 $39,150 $54,900
Base Invoice $32,364 $35,359 $37,735 $36,410 $51,057
Premium 1 Package 2,500 2,500      
Leather Package 1,750 1,750 1,750    
Multimedia Package 2,790 2,790 2,790    
Lane departure warning 850 850 850    
Obstacle detection, rear 970 970 970    
Lighting Package 1,290 1,290 1,290    
Telematics service, such as OnStar 660 660 660    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 720 720
Wood trim 325 325 0   0
Rear spoiler 300 300      
Rear side airbags 420 420 420 420 420
Panoramic sunroof 1,090 1,090 1,090 1,480 1,480
Proximity key 650 650 650    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 700 700 700    
Advanced Parking Assist Package       1,550 1,550
Premium 2 Package       3,600 2,350
Burmester 640W 14 speakers       850 850
Heated front seats       580  
designo Package       3,950 3,950
Special order charge       250 250
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only       850 850
Premium 1 Package 2,325 2,325      
Leather Package 1,628 1,628 1,628    
Multimedia Package 2,595 2,595 2,595    
Lane departure warning 791 791 791    
Obstacle detection, rear 902 902 902    
Lighting Package 1,200 1,200 1,200    
Telematics service, such as OnStar 614 614 614    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669 669 669 670 670
Wood trim 302 302 0   0
Rear spoiler 279 279      
Rear side airbags 391 391 391 391 391
Panoramic sunroof 1,014 1,014 1,014 1,376 1,376
Proximity key 605 605 605    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 651 651 651    
Advanced Parking Assist Package       1,442 1,442
Premium 2 Package       3,348 2,186
Burmester 640W 14 speakers       791 791
Heated front seats       539  
designo Package       3,674 3,674
Special order charge       233 233
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only       791 791
Options (change) 15,015 15,015 11,890 14,250 12,420
Options (change) 13,966 13,966 11,060 13,255 11,554
Destination 875 875 875 925 925
Total Price $50,690 $53,910 $53,340 $54,325 $68,245
Total Invoice $47,205 $50,200 $49,670 $50,590 $63,536

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC300
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $830
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $773
Model Year20122012201220172017
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassGLCGLC
TrimC250 SportC300 SportC350 SportGLC300AMG GLC43
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine201hp I4228hp V6302hp V6241hp I4362hp V6
TransmissionT7T7T7T9T9
DrivetrainRWDAWDRWDRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)450, 12450, 12450, 12640, 14640, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/45-17225/45-17235/60-18255/45-20
Total Price$50,690$53,910$53,340$54,325$68,245
Adjustments for Features0-1,7000-4,465-7,815
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$50,690$52,210$53,340$49,860$60,430
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,520$2,650$0$10,570
Total Invoice$47,205$50,200$49,670$50,590$63,536
Adjustments for Features0-1,5830-4,158-7,276
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$47,205$48,617$49,670$46,432$56,260
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,412$2,465$0$9,828

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC

Model Year20122012201220172017
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassGLCGLC
TrimC250 SportC300 SportC350 SportGLC300AMG GLC43
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200  
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1400$1400
RWD$0 $0$0 
AWD $1700  $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet   $100$100
Hands-free trunk or liftgate   $100$100
Parking guidance system - passive$250$250$250  
Power liftgate   $350$350
Remote app   $25$25
Remote climate control   $25$25
Remote start via app   $75$75
Semi-automated parking system   $500$500
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0  
Around view cameras   $500$500
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial   $200$200
Automatic braking, low-speed   $200$200
Forward collision warning   $200$200
Lane departure warning$200$200$200  
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system   $0$0
Rearview camera$200$200$200  
Rollover sensor   $50$50
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150  
Tires, run-flat   $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based   $100$100
Trailer sway control   $25$25
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover   $75$75
Cargo net   $40$40
Cargo organizer   $100$100
Console with shifter$150$150$150  
Console without shifter   $150$150
Overhead sunglass holder   $25$25
Roof rails   $250$250
Climate Control 
Rear wiper   $175$175
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop   $150$150
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0$0  
Deep-tinted rear windows   $275$275
Metal accent plate, lower front fascia    $0
Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia    $0
Infotainment 
App support   $0$0
Aux input$50$50$50  
CD changer, in-dash$325$325$325  
CD player   $125$125
Handwriting recognition   $200$200
In-vehicle Internet   $150$150
Navigation map updates, three years   $0$0
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225$225
Traffic + travel information   $25$25
Traffic information$25$25$25  
Wi-Fi hotspot   $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200  
Boost gauge    $75
Chronometer    $100
Headlight washers$50$50$50  
Interior ambient lighting, configurable   $150$150
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only   $750$750
Power-folding mirrors   $50$50
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150  
Xenon HID headlights$500$500$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300$300$300  
Metal pedals$75$75$75 $75
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat   $100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50$50$50  
Power-folding second row seats   $700$700
Upholstered instrument panel   $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical    $500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100$100$100$100 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable    $1000
Crosswind stabilization   $50$50
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0$0  
Suggestive steering   $0$0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100$100
Total Value of Features$4,175$5,875$4,175$8,640$11,990
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,700$0$4,465$7,815
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,5830-4,158-7,276

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC

Model Year20122017
ModelC-ClassGLC
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase108.7 in113.1 in
Length180.7 in183.3 in
Width69.7 in74.4 in
Height56.3 in64.5 in
Curb Weight3,429 lb.3,892 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in37.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.7 in57.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in40.8 in
Row 2 Headroom36.9 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.4 in37.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
12.4 ft320.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
12.456.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport

Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Folding second row seats300Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Total Requested150081%
Total Not Requested35019%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1450100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested96583%
Total Not Requested20017%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested50056%
Total Not Requested40044%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport

Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Folding second row seats300Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Total Requested150081%
Total Not Requested35019%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1450100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested96583%
Total Not Requested20017%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested50056%
Total Not Requested40044%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1450100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested96583%
Total Not Requested20017%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested50056%
Total Not Requested40044%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC300

Burmester, 640W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)
FeatureValueRequested?
Burmester, 640W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Total Requested25042%
Total Not Requested35058%
Advanced Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested40031%
Total Not Requested90069%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cargo net40No
Cargo organizer100No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Satellite radio200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested149072%
Total Not Requested59028%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested135077%
Total Not Requested40023%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC AMG GLC43

Burmester, 640W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)
FeatureValueRequested?
Burmester, 640W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Total Requested25042%
Total Not Requested35058%
Advanced Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested40031%
Total Not Requested90069%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cargo net40No
Cargo organizer100No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested84063%
Total Not Requested49037%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested135093%
Total Not Requested1007%

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