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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $35,920 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn | ||||||
| Difference: $18,335 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,517 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn | ||||||
| Difference: $16,006 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | GTI Autobahn |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $39,500 | $46,050 | $52,000 | $65,200 | $72,800 | $35,070 |
| Base Invoice | $36,735 | $42,827 | $48,360 | $60,636 | $67,704 | $33,667 |
| Premium 4 Package | 8,650 | 8,650 | 5,700 | 5,700 | ||
| Heated front seats | 580 | 580 | ||||
| Leather Seating Package | 2,050 | 2,050 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | |
| Rear spoiler | 350 | 350 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Garmin Map Pilot | 625 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | |||||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 700 | |||||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | |||||
| Premium 4 Package | 8,045 | 8,045 | 5,301 | 5,301 | ||
| Heated front seats | 539 | 539 | ||||
| Leather Seating Package | 1,907 | 1,907 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | |
| Rear spoiler | 326 | 326 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | |
| Garmin Map Pilot | 581 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | |||||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 651 | |||||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | |||||
| Options (change) | 13,830 | 13,830 | 5,145 | 10,490 | 7,900 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 12,863 | 12,863 | 4,785 | 9,756 | 7,347 | 0 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 850 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -4,043 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $54,255 | $56,762 | $58,070 | $76,615 | $81,625 | $35,920 |
| Total Invoice | $50,523 | $52,572 | $54,070 | $71,317 | $75,976 | $34,517 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,055 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,089 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | GTI Autobahn |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 208hp I4 PiH | 362hp V6 | 469hp V8 | 503hp V8 | 220hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T9 | T7 | T7 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | ?, 5 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/35-19 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $54,255 | $56,762 | $58,070 | $76,615 | $81,625 | $35,920 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,280 | -6,805 | -3,465 | -6,705 | -7,405 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,975 | $49,957 | $54,605 | $69,910 | $74,220 | $35,920 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $982 | $5,630 | $20,935 | $25,245 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $50,523 | $52,572 | $54,070 | $71,317 | $75,976 | $34,517 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,917 | -6,303 | -3,226 | -6,241 | -6,893 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $45,606 | $46,269 | $50,844 | $65,076 | $69,083 | $34,517 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $663 | $5,238 | $19,470 | $23,477 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | GTI Autobahn |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | |||||
| FWD | $0 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | |||||
| Eco accelerator | $100 | |||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | |||||
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | |||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fragrance atomizer | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |||||
| Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented) | $500 | |||||
| Limited-slip front differential | $500 | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | |||||
| 6 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | |||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | |||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Larger infotainment display | $0 | |||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | |||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $11,905 | $13,430 | $10,090 | $13,330 | $14,030 | $6,625 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,280 | $6,805 | $3,465 | $6,705 | $7,405 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,917 | -6,303 | -3,226 | -6,241 | -6,893 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | C-Class | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 184.5 in | 167.6 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 70.8 in |
| Height | 56.8 in | 58.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,418 lb. | 2,946 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.2 in | 35.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 | 53.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
| Premium 4 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Ionizing air filtration | 50 | No |
| Fragrance atomizer | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 2775 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 3690 | 57% |
| Leather Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e
| Premium 4 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Ionizing air filtration | 50 | No |
| Fragrance atomizer | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 2775 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 3690 | 57% |
| Leather Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63
| Premium 4 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Ionizing air filtration | 50 | No |
| Fragrance atomizer | 200 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | 3090 | 71% |
| AMG Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S
| Premium 4 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Ionizing air filtration | 50 | No |
| Fragrance atomizer | 200 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 2025 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 3090 | 60% |
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