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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Routan 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 Routan Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $45,100 Volkswagen Routan SEL Premium | ||||||
| Difference: $6,285 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $43,285 Volkswagen Routan SEL Premium | ||||||
| Difference: $4,569 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Routan |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. |
| Base Price | $39,500 | $46,050 | $52,000 | $65,200 | $72,800 | $44,280 |
| Base Invoice | $36,735 | $42,827 | $48,360 | $60,636 | $67,704 | $42,465 |
| Premium 3 Package | 5,400 | 5,400 | 4,150 | 2,450 | 2,450 | |
| 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 | ||||
| Sunshades, second row | 380 | 380 | 380 | 380 | 380 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 700 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | |||||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | |||||
| Premium 3 Package | 5,022 | 5,022 | 3,860 | 2,279 | 2,279 | |
| 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 | ||||
| Sunshades, second row | 354 | 354 | 354 | 353 | 353 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | |
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 651 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | |||||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | |||||
| Options (change) | 10,960 | 10,960 | 9,050 | 7,620 | 5,030 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 10,194 | 10,194 | 8,418 | 7,087 | 4,678 | 0 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 820 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -4,043 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $51,385 | $53,892 | $61,975 | $73,745 | $78,755 | $45,100 |
| Total Invoice | $47,854 | $49,903 | $57,703 | $68,648 | $73,307 | $43,285 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Routan
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Routan SEL Premium | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,285 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,489 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Routan |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 208hp I4 PiH | 362hp V6 | 469hp V8 | 503hp V8 | 283hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T9 | T7 | T7 | T6 |
| 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 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 506, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/35-19 | 225/65-17 |
| Total Price | $51,385 | $53,892 | $61,975 | $73,745 | $78,755 | $45,100 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,525 | -2,925 | -1,425 | -2,125 | -2,000 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $51,385 | $52,367 | $59,050 | $72,320 | $76,630 | $43,100 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $982 | $7,665 | $20,935 | $25,245 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $47,854 | $49,903 | $57,703 | $68,648 | $73,307 | $43,285 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,412 | -2,723 | -1,327 | -1,978 | -1,920 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $47,854 | $48,491 | $54,980 | $67,321 | $71,329 | $41,365 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $637 | $7,126 | $19,467 | $23,475 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Routan
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Routan |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | |||||
| FWD | $0 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||||
| Dual power sliding doors | $800 | |||||
| Eco accelerator | $100 | |||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |||||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshades, third row | $125 | |||||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| 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 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead console storage compartments | $100 | |||||
| Removable console | $200 | |||||
| Roof rails | $250 | |||||
| Second-row under-floor storage | $150 | |||||
| Sliding center console | $50 | |||||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | |||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||||
| 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 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | |||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Additional screen for entertainment system | $200 | |||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | |||||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Second DVD player for entertainment system | $200 | |||||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |||||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | |||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |||||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Conversation mirror | $25 | |||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $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 headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power recliner, third row seats | $150 | |||||
| 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-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |||||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |||||
| 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 | |||||
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | |||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $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 | $10,230 | $11,755 | $13,155 | $11,655 | $12,355 | $12,230 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,525 | $2,925 | $1,425 | $2,125 | $2,000 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,412 | -2,723 | -1,327 | -1,978 | -1,920 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Volkswagen Routan
| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | Routan |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 121.2 in |
| Length | 184.5 in | 202.5 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 76.9 in |
| Height | 56.8 in | 68.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,418 lb. | 4,495 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 20.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 63.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 39.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 64.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.2 in | 36.3 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 62.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 31.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.6 | 83.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 | 140.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1990 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 1650 | 45% |
| 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 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1990 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 1650 | 45% |
| 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
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1340 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 1650 | 55% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1090 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 29% |
| 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 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1090 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 52% |
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