| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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: $30,515 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | ||||||
| Difference: $18,090 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,327 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | ||||||
| Difference: $15,947 | ||||||
|
|
||||||
Calculate Payments |
||||||
|
|
||||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2014 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $40,250 | $47,900 | $53,400 | $66,100 | $73,700 | $25,095 |
| Base Invoice | $37,433 | $44,547 | $49,662 | $61,473 | $68,541 | $24,091 |
| Garmin Map Pilot | 625 | 625 | 625 | 625 | 625 | |
| AMG Line | 2,175 | |||||
| Leather Seating Package | 1,950 | 1,950 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Satellite radio | 460 | |||||
| Heated front seats | 580 | 580 | ||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 850 | 850 | 850 | 850 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 350 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | |||||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 700 | |||||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | |||||
| Driver's Edition | 4,600 | |||||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 581 | 581 | 581 | 581 | 581 | |
| AMG Line | 2,023 | |||||
| Leather Seating Package | 1,814 | 1,814 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | |
| Satellite radio | 428 | |||||
| Heated front seats | 539 | 539 | ||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 791 | 791 | 791 | 791 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 326 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | |||||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 651 | |||||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | |||||
| Driver's Edition | 4,416 | |||||
| Options (change) | 7,360 | 5,075 | 4,515 | 3,935 | 2,195 | 4,600 |
| Options (change) | 6,846 | 4,721 | 4,200 | 3,660 | 2,042 | 4,416 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 820 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -4,043 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $48,605 | $49,927 | $58,910 | $71,030 | $76,890 | $30,515 |
| Total Invoice | $45,274 | $46,220 | $54,857 | $66,128 | $71,578 | $29,327 |
|
|
||||||
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
Dealer Price Quotes
|
Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars? Request free, no-obligation Mercedes-Benz C-Class dealer quotes or Volkswagen Golf / GTI dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form. The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours. |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,750 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,041 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2014 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | GTI |
| 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 | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | T9 | 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) | ?, 5 | ?, 5 | ?, 5 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/35-19 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $48,605 | $49,927 | $58,910 | $71,030 | $76,890 | $30,515 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,340 | -7,390 | -9,440 | -8,290 | -8,990 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,265 | $42,537 | $49,470 | $62,740 | $67,900 | $30,515 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $272 | $7,205 | $20,475 | $25,635 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $45,274 | $46,220 | $54,857 | $66,128 | $71,578 | $29,327 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,906 | -6,841 | -8,791 | -7,718 | -8,369 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,368 | $39,379 | $46,066 | $58,410 | $63,209 | $29,327 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $11 | $6,698 | $19,042 | $23,841 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2014 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | |||||
| FWD | $0 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Eco accelerator | $100 | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |||||
| Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented) | $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 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Aux input | $50 | |||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |||||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| 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 rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver 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 | $75 | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| 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, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| 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, driver 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 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| 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 | $9,465 | $10,515 | $12,565 | $11,415 | $12,115 | $3,125 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,340 | $7,390 | $9,440 | $8,290 | $8,990 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,906 | -6,841 | -8,791 | -7,718 | -8,369 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2018 | 2014 |
| Model | C-Class | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 184.5 in | 165.4 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 56.8 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,418 lb. | 2,969 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.2 in | 35.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 | 46.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| AMG Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 245/40HR18 tires | 200 | No |
| 225/45HR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 625 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 39% |
| 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
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| 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 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| 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
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI
| Driver's Edition | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2900 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 5% |
Was this information useful?
We're glad we could help! Share this page: |
|
|
We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it. |
|
|
|
|
See TrueDelta's information for all Mercedes-Benz models.
