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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: $54,125 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 | ||||
| Difference: $24,845 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | Model S | Model S |
| Trim | C300 | C400 | Base | Performance |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $38,400 | $48,590 | $69,900 | $89,900 |
| Sport Package | 2,500 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,690 | 2,690 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,700 | |||
| Interior Package | 2,300 | 2,300 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 500 | 500 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 750 | 750 |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | 1,190 | 1,190 | 2,250 | 2,250 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | 1,480 | 2,500 | 2,500 |
| Power trunk closer | 250 | 250 | ||
| Tech Package | 3,750 | 3,750 | ||
| Satellite radio | 0 | 0 | ||
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | 2,500 | 2,500 | ||
| Wood trim | 650 | 650 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | 1,000 | 1,000 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,500 | 1,500 | ||
| Sport Package | 2,325 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,502 | 2,502 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,511 | |||
| Interior Package | 2,139 | 2,139 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 0 | 0 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 0 | 0 |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | 1,107 | 1,107 | 0 | 0 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | 1,376 | 0 | 0 |
| Power trunk closer | 233 | 233 | ||
| Tech Package | 0 | 0 | ||
| Satellite radio | 0 | 0 | ||
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | 0 | 0 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | 0 | 0 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 0 | 0 | ||
| Options (change) | 14,800 | 9,600 | 15,400 | 15,400 |
| Options (change) | 13,764 | 8,928 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 1,170 | 1,170 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | -7,500 | -7,500 |
| Total Price | $54,125 | $59,115 | $78,970 | $98,970 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Tesla Model S
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 | ||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model S | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $28,905 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $52,950 | ||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | Model S | Model S |
| Trim | C300 | C400 | Base | Performance |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 329hp V6 | 302hp E | 416hp E |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | A1 | A1 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 580, 12 | 580, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 245/45-19 | 245/45-19 |
| Total Price | $54,125 | $59,115 | $78,970 | $98,970 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,060 | -5,760 | 0 | -1,075 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $50,065 | $53,355 | $78,970 | $97,895 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,290 | $0 | $18,925 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Tesla Model S
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | Model S | Model S |
| Trim | C300 | C400 | Base | Performance |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | $800 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| 10 kW onboard charger | $750 | $750 | ||
| 60 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||
| 85 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| DC quick-charging capability, free proprietary network | $1000 | |||
| High-performance inverter | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | $25 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | ||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | ||
| Tires, high-efficiency (optional) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,195 | $8,895 | $3,135 | $4,210 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,060 | $5,760 | $0 | $1,075 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,781 | -5,363 | 0 | 69 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Tesla Model S
| Model Year | 2015 | 2013 |
| Model | C-Class | Model S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 116.5 in |
| Length | 184.5 in | 196.0 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 77.3 in |
| Height | 56.8 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,418 lb. | 4,648 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 0.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 57.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 42.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 35.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.2 in | 35.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 31.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 | 63.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Analog clock | 25 | No |
| 245/40HR18 tires | 200 | No |
| 225/45HR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Metal pedals | 75 | Yes |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 53% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 4% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 55% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 49% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C400
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 4% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 49% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1425 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 25% |
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 58% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S Performance
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1425 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 25% |
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 58% |
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