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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Tesla Model 3 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. Tesla Model 3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $48,450 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport | |||||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2017 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Model 3 |
| Trim | C250 Sport | C300 Sport | C350 Sport | C63 AMG | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $35,350 | $38,950 | $41,400 | $59,800 | $49,000 |
| Lighting Package | 1,290 | 1,290 | 1,290 | 1,290 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,500 | 2,500 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,790 | 2,790 | 2,790 | 2,790 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,950 | 2,950 | 2,950 | 2,950 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 970 | 970 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | 1,000 |
| Wood trim | 325 | 325 | 0 | 0 | |
| Proximity key | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | |
| Enhanced Autopilot | 5,000 | ||||
| Lighting Package | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,325 | 2,325 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,595 | 2,595 | 2,595 | 2,595 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,744 | 2,744 | 2,744 | 2,744 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 902 | 902 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | 0 |
| Wood trim | 302 | 302 | 0 | 0 | |
| Proximity key | 605 | 605 | 605 | 605 | |
| Enhanced Autopilot | 0 | ||||
| Options (change) | 12,195 | 12,195 | 9,370 | 9,370 | 6,000 |
| Options (change) | 11,342 | 11,342 | 8,715 | 8,715 | 0 |
| Destination | 905 | 905 | 905 | 905 | 1,200 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,700 | -7,500 |
| Total Price | $48,450 | $52,050 | $51,675 | $71,775 | $48,700 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Tesla Model 3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Tesla Model 3 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $680 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $51,303 | |||||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2017 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Model 3 |
| Trim | C250 Sport | C300 Sport | C350 Sport | C63 AMG | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 248hp V6 | 302hp V6 | 451hp V8 | 258hp E |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | A1 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | ?, ? |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $48,450 | $52,050 | $51,675 | $71,775 | $48,700 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,850 | -350 | -800 | -930 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,450 | $50,200 | $51,325 | $70,975 | $47,770 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,750 | $2,875 | $22,525 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Tesla Model 3
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2017 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Model 3 |
| Trim | C250 Sport | C300 Sport | C350 Sport | C63 AMG | Base |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware | $1000 | ||||
| Automated lane change | $300 | ||||
| Automated parking system, remote | $200 | ||||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote keyless entry | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||||
| Semi-autonomous driving | $600 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| 10 kW onboard charger | $750 | ||||
| 75 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |||
| DC quick-charging capability | $750 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Infotainment | |||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Range alert | $0 | ||||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede door panel trim | $250 | ||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $7,045 | $8,895 | $7,395 | $7,845 | $7,975 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,850 | $350 | $800 | $930 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,723 | -326 | -746 | 120 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Tesla Model 3
| Model Year | 2013 | 2017 |
| Model | C-Class | Model 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 113.2 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 184.8 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 72.8 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 56.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,429 lb. | 3,550 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 0.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 42.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.4 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 32% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 20% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 27% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 32% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 20% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 27% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 20% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 27% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 20% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 27% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model 3
| Enhanced Autopilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware | 850 | No |
| Automated lane change | 300 | No |
| Automated parking system | 200 | No |
| Semi-autonomous driving | 600 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 2450 | 92% |
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