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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Tesla Model S 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 S Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $46,950 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan | |||||
| Difference: $28,770 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Model S | Model S |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | Base | Performance |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $33,990 | $35,900 | $39,990 | $69,900 | $89,900 |
| Premium 1 Package | 1,995 | 1,995 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,700 | 2,700 | 2,700 | ||
| Lighting Package | 985 | 985 | 985 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | ||||
| Proximity key | 1,140 | 1,140 | 1,140 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,090 | 2,500 | 2,500 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | 1,620 | 1,500 | 1,500 |
| Wood trim | 325 | 650 | 650 | ||
| Heated front seats | 750 | 750 | 750 | ||
| Rearview camera | 460 | 460 | 460 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 750 | 750 |
| Tech Package | 3,750 | 3,750 | |||
| Satellite radio | 0 | 0 | |||
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | 2,500 | 2,500 | |||
| Fog lights | 500 | 500 | |||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 1,500 | ||||
| Premium 1 Package | 1,855 | 1,855 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,511 | 2,511 | 2,511 | ||
| Lighting Package | 916 | 916 | 916 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 279 | ||||
| Proximity key | 1,060 | 1,060 | 1,060 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,014 | 0 | 0 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | 1,507 | 0 | 0 |
| Wood trim | 302 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Heated front seats | 698 | 698 | 698 | ||
| Rearview camera | 428 | 428 | 428 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 669 | 0 | 0 |
| Tech Package | 0 | 0 | |||
| Satellite radio | 0 | 0 | |||
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | 0 | 0 | |||
| Fog lights | 0 | 0 | |||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 0 | ||||
| Options (change) | 12,085 | 11,460 | 9,465 | 12,150 | 13,650 |
| Options (change) | 11,239 | 10,658 | 8,803 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 1,170 | 1,170 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | -7,500 | -7,500 |
| Total Price | $46,950 | $48,235 | $50,330 | $75,720 | $97,220 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Tesla Model S
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan | |||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model S | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $27,705 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $49,966 | |||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Model S | Model S |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | Base | Performance |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 228hp V6 | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 302hp E | 416hp E |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | T7 | A1 | A1 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 100, 8 | 100, 8 | 100, 8 | 580, 12 | 580, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 245/45-19 | 245/45-19 |
| Total Price | $46,950 | $48,235 | $50,330 | $75,720 | $97,220 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -775 | -1,050 | -1,065 | -2,440 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,950 | $47,460 | $49,280 | $74,655 | $94,780 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $510 | $2,330 | $0 | $20,125 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Tesla Model S
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Model S | Model S |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | Base | Performance |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | $800 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| 10 kW onboard charger | $750 | $750 | |||
| 60 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||
| 85 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||
| DC quick-charging capability, free proprietary network | $1000 | ||||
| High-performance inverter | $0 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Tires, high-efficiency (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $2,795 | $3,570 | $3,845 | $3,860 | $5,235 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $775 | $1,050 | $1,065 | $2,440 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -722 | -978 | 89 | 159 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Tesla Model S
| Model Year | 2011 | 2013 |
| Model | C-Class | Model S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 116.5 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 196.0 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 77.3 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,528 lb. | 4,648 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 0.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 57.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.3 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 42.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 35.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.9 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.4 in | 35.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 31.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 | 63.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1425 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 23% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 25% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Luxury Sedan
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1425 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 23% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 25% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 25% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 525 | 28% |
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S Performance
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 525 | 28% |
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 100% |
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