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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,450

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn   
Difference: $21,560

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,036

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn   
Difference: $19,265

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182018201820182016
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassGolf / GTI
TrimC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 SGTI Autobahn
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Base Price $40,250 $53,400 $66,100 $73,700 $30,135
Base Invoice $37,433 $49,662 $61,473 $68,541 $28,930
Premium Driver Assistance Package 3,050        
Multimedia Package 2,200 2,200 2,200 2,200  
Leather Seating Package 1,950        
Parking Assist Package 1,090 1,090 1,090 1,090  
AMG Line 2,175        
Panoramic sunroof 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000  
Heated front seats 580        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 720  
Driver Assistance Package   2,250 2,250 2,250 1,495
Leather seating surfaces   1,620      
Carbon fiber rear spoiler   700      
AMG Leather Package     2,590    
Premium Driver Assistance Package 2,837        
Multimedia Package 2,046 2,046 2,046 2,046  
Leather Seating Package 1,814        
Parking Assist Package 1,014 1,014 1,014 1,014  
AMG Line 2,023        
Panoramic sunroof 930 930 930 930  
Heated front seats 539        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670 670  
Driver Assistance Package   2,093 2,093 2,093 1,286
Leather seating surfaces   1,507      
Carbon fiber rear spoiler   651      
AMG Leather Package     2,409    
Options (change) 12,765 9,580 9,850 7,260 1,495
Options (change) 11,873 8,911 9,162 6,753 1,286
Destination 995 995 995 995 820
Total Price $54,010 $63,975 $76,945 $81,955 $32,450
Total Invoice $50,301 $59,568 $71,630 $76,289 $31,036

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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: $17,105
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,116
Model Year20182018201820182016
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassGolf / GTI
TrimC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 SGTI Autobahn
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Engine241hp I4362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8210hp I4
TransmissionT9T9T7T7M6
DrivetrainRWDAWDRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 5?, 5590, 13590, 13400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19225/40-18
Total Price$54,010$63,975$76,945$81,955$32,450
Adjustments for Features-4,455-7,105-6,705-6,6550
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$49,555$56,870$70,240$75,300$32,450
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,315$20,685$25,745$0
Total Invoice$50,301$59,568$71,630$76,289$31,036
Adjustments for Features-4,149-6,616-6,242-6,1950
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$46,152$52,952$65,388$70,094$31,036
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,800$19,236$23,942$0

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20182018201820182016
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassGolf / GTI
TrimC300AMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 SGTI Autobahn
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400$1400   
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1200$1200 
6-speed manual    $150
RWD$0 $0$0 
AWD $1700   
FWD    $0
Accessories 
Remote climate control$25$25$25$25 
Remote start via app$75$75$75$75 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15$15 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual    $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350$350 
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats    $0
Around view cameras$500$500$500$500 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$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 
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based    $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 
Rear side airbags$300$300$300$300 
Rearview camera    $200
Secondary collision brake assist    $25
Temporary spare tire    $150
Tires, run-flat$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 
Rear seat pass-through    $100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100$100 
Rear wiper    $175
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential   $500 
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)   $500 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150 
Dual-mode exhaust  $250$250 
Raised top speed limiter   $0 
Exterior 
Bright-finished fuel door    $100
Carbon fiber rear spoiler $300   
Painted brake calipers (optional)   $0 
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200$1200 
Rear spoiler$200 $200$200$200
Sunroof, large    $1100
Infotainment 
Android Auto support    $100
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 
Media drive$15$15$15$15 
Mirrorlink support    $0
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0 
Surround sound  $250$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar    $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25    
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75$75 
Boost gauge $75$75$75 
Chronometer $100$100$100 
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100 
Fog lights    $125
Interior ambient lighting    $150
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only  $750  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25$25 
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50$50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100$100   
Illuminated door sill trim plates  $200$200$200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 $150
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat    $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat    $50
Memory system, driver seat$200$200$200$200 
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150$150 
Metal pedals$75$75$75$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150$150$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Synthetic suede steering wheel   $150 
Upholstered instrument panel $300$300$300 
Wood trim$300$300$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500$500$500 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100    
Crosswind stabilization$50$50$50$50 
Suggestive steering$0$0$0$0 
Transmission 
Launch control  $100$100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100$100 
Total Value of Features$8,655$11,305$10,905$10,855$4,200
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,455$7,105$6,705$6,655$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,149-6,616-6,242-6,1950

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20182016
ModelC-ClassGolf / GTI
Body4dr Sedan4dr Hatch
Wheelbase111.8 in103.8 in
Length184.5 in167.5 in
Width71.3 in70.8 in
Height56.8 in57.2 in
Curb Weight3,418 lb.2,964 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in38.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in55.9 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in38.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
12.6 ft322.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
12.652.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Premium Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested205087%
Total Not Requested30013%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested72577%
Total Not Requested21523%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
AMG Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear spoiler200Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
245/40HR18 tires200No
225/45HR18 tires200No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Body kit0Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Metal pedals75No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Total Requested55054%
Total Not Requested47546%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested72577%
Total Not Requested21523%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested140082%
Total Not Requested30018%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested72577%
Total Not Requested21523%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested140082%
Total Not Requested30018%
AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested72577%
Total Not Requested21523%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested140082%
Total Not Requested30018%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention system, steering-based200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Rear cross-traffic collision intervention100No
Total Requested285097%
Total Not Requested1003%

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