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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,920 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL | |||||||
| Difference: $13,700 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,192 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL | |||||||
| Difference: $12,096 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | C300 | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | 1.8T SEL | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $40,250 | $53,400 | $66,100 | $73,700 | $30,495 | $34,270 | $36,835 |
| Base Invoice | $37,433 | $49,662 | $61,473 | $68,541 | $29,245 | $32,865 | $35,325 |
| Advanced Lighting Package | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,050 | 1,050 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 1,250 | ||||||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 625 | 625 | 625 | 625 | |||
| Leather Seating Package | 1,950 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 350 | 375 | 375 | 375 | |||
| Heated front seats | 580 | ||||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | ||||||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 700 | ||||||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | ||||||
| Lighting Package | 1,095 | ||||||
| Floor mats | 235 | ||||||
| Body kit | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | ||||
| Advanced Lighting Package | 1,767 | 1,767 | 977 | 977 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 1,163 | ||||||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 581 | 581 | 581 | 581 | |||
| Leather Seating Package | 1,814 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 326 | 300 | 300 | 300 | |||
| Heated front seats | 539 | ||||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | ||||||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 651 | ||||||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | ||||||
| Lighting Package | 942 | ||||||
| Floor mats | 185 | ||||||
| Body kit | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | ||||
| Options (change) | 7,375 | 5,565 | 4,985 | 2,395 | 3,605 | 2,275 | 2,275 |
| Options (change) | 6,860 | 5,176 | 4,637 | 2,228 | 3,127 | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 820 | 820 | 820 |
| Total Price | $48,620 | $59,960 | $72,080 | $77,090 | $34,920 | $37,365 | $39,930 |
| Total Invoice | $45,288 | $55,833 | $67,105 | $71,764 | $33,192 | $35,685 | $38,145 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,525 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,070 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | C300 | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | 1.8T SEL | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 362hp V6 | 469hp V8 | 503hp V8 | 170hp I4 | 170hp I4 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T9 | T9 | T7 | T7 | T6 | T6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 5 | ?, 5 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/35-19 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $48,620 | $59,960 | $72,080 | $77,090 | $34,920 | $37,365 | $39,930 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,175 | -4,900 | -3,650 | -4,350 | 0 | -1,110 | -1,210 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,445 | $55,060 | $68,430 | $72,740 | $34,920 | $36,255 | $38,720 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $8,615 | $21,985 | $26,295 | $0 | $1,335 | $3,800 |
| Total Invoice | $45,288 | $55,833 | $67,105 | $71,764 | $33,192 | $35,685 | $38,145 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,026 | -4,563 | -3,398 | -4,049 | 0 | -1,060 | -1,156 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,262 | $51,270 | $63,707 | $67,715 | $33,192 | $34,625 | $36,989 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $8,008 | $20,445 | $24,453 | $0 | $1,433 | $3,797 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | C300 | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | 1.8T SEL | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | ||||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | $600 | ||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| 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 | |||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | ||||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Infotainment | |||||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $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 | |||
| 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 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,715 | $9,440 | $8,190 | $8,890 | $4,540 | $5,650 | $5,750 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,175 | $4,900 | $3,650 | $4,350 | $0 | $1,110 | $1,210 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,026 | -4,563 | -3,398 | -4,049 | 0 | -1,060 | -1,156 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | C-Class | Passat |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 184.5 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 56.8 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,418 lb. | 3,231 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.2 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.6 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
| Advanced Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| 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
| Advanced Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 72% |
| 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
| Advanced Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 31% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 69% |
| 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% |
| 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
| Advanced Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 31% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 69% |
| 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
Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL
| Floor mats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Floor mats | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 75 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 35% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights | 1000 | Yes |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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