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Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $59,135

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $26,740

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2020202020152015
ModelCLSCLSC-ClassC-Class
TrimCLS450AMG CLS53C300C400
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $69,950 $81,200 $38,400 $48,590
Night Package 300 300    
Alloy wheels, optional design 500 500    
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable 1,900   1,190 1,190
Premium 1 Package 3,250      
Premium 2 Package 4,200      
Driver Assistance Package 2,250 2,250 2,800 2,800
Parking Assist Package 1,290 1,290    
Folding second row seats 440 440    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 800 800    
Premium Package   3,900 2,700  
Sport Package     2,500  
Multimedia Package     2,690 2,690
Lighting Package     800 800
Interior Package     2,300 2,300
Obstacle detection, rear     970 970
Metallic paint (extra cost)     720 720
Rear side airbags     420 420
Special order charge     250 250
Power trunk closer     250 250
Rear spoiler     300 300
Sunshade, rear, power     440 440
Panoramic sunroof     1,480 1,480
Night Package 279 279    
Alloy wheels, optional design 465 465    
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable 1,767   1,107 1,107
Premium 1 Package 3,023      
Premium 2 Package 3,906      
Driver Assistance Package 2,093 2,093 2,604 2,604
Parking Assist Package 1,200 1,200    
Folding second row seats 409 409    
Illuminated door sill trim plates 744 744    
Premium Package   3,627 2,511  
Sport Package     2,325  
Multimedia Package     2,502 2,502
Lighting Package     744 744
Interior Package     2,139 2,139
Obstacle detection, rear     902 902
Metallic paint (extra cost)     669 669
Rear side airbags     391 391
Special order charge     233 233
Power trunk closer     233 233
Rear spoiler     279 279
Sunshade, rear, power     409 409
Panoramic sunroof     1,376 1,376
Options (change) 14,930 9,480 19,810 14,610
Options (change) 13,886 8,817 18,424 13,588
Destination 995 995 925 925
Total Price $85,875 $91,675 $59,135 $64,125

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mercedes-Benz CLS AMG CLS53
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $25,815
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $45,530
Model Year2020202020152015
ModelCLSCLSC-ClassC-Class
TrimCLS450AMG CLS53C300C400
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine362hp I6 H429hp I6 H241hp I4329hp V6
TransmissionT9T9T7T7
DrivetrainRWDAWDRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)610, 14610, 14590, 13590, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19245/40-19225/45-18225/45-18
Total Price$85,875$91,675$59,135$64,125
Adjustments for Features-925-2,6250-1,700
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$84,950$89,050$59,135$62,425
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,100$0$3,290

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year2020202020152015
ModelCLSCLSC-ClassC-Class
TrimCLS450AMG CLS53C300C400
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400$1400  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1200$1200
RWD$0 $0 
AWD $1700 $1700
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate  $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0  
Around view cameras$500$500  
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75  
Rearview camera  $200$200
Rollover sensor$50$50  
Temporary spare tire$150$150  
Tires, run-flat  $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based  $100$100
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50  
Console with shifter$150$150  
Console without shifter  $150$150
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25
Second-row low console$100$100  
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control  $125$125
Residual heat$50$50  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150$150
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)$0$0  
Body kit  $0$0
Panoramic sunroof  $1200$1200
Sunroof$900$900  
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100  
Apple CarPlay support$100$100  
Aux input$50$50  
CD changer, in-dash$325$325  
CD player  $125$125
Handwriting recognition  $200$200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Adaptive headlights$200$200  
Headlight washers$50$50  
Steering-linked headlights  $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather door panel trim$250$250  
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50$50  
Upholstered instrument panel  $300$300
Upholstered instrument panel, leather$1000$1000  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Crosswind stabilization  $50$50
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0
Suggestive steering  $0$0
Total Value of Features$5,550$7,250$4,625$6,325
Value of Feature Adjustments$925$2,625$0$1,700
Value of Feature Adjustments-160-2810-1,583

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20202015
ModelCLSC-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase115.7 in111.8 in
Length199.1 in184.5 in
Width74.4 in71.3 in
Height55.3 in56.8 in
Curb Weight4,135 lb.3,418 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.18.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom36.9 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.8 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom35.9 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in55.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.0 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume11.9 ft312.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS450

Night Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear spoiler200Yes
Special interior trim0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Metal pedals75Yes
Total Requested275100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Power trunk closer350Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested140080%
Total Not Requested35020%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Adaptive headlights200No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Total Requested66562%
Total Not Requested40038%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150Yes
Total Requested1900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS AMG CLS53

Night Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear spoiler200Yes
Special interior trim0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Metal pedals75Yes
Total Requested275100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power trunk closer350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Adaptive headlights200No
Total Requested142588%
Total Not Requested20012%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150Yes
Total Requested1900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable
FeatureValueRequested?
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable1000Yes
Adaptive dampers - electrical400Yes
Total Requested1400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power decklid
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested35078%
Total Not Requested10022%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood trim300Yes
Analog clock25Yes
245/40HR18 tires200No
225/45HR18 tires200No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Body kit0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Metal pedals75Yes
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Upholstered instrument panel300Yes
Front sport buckets100No
Total Requested70048%
Total Not Requested75052%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested940100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
LED tail lights0No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750Yes
Total Requested165083%
Total Not Requested35017%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested165094%
Total Not Requested1006%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150Yes
Total Requested1900100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C400

Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable
FeatureValueRequested?
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable1000Yes
Adaptive dampers - electrical400Yes
Total Requested1400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power decklid
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested35078%
Total Not Requested10022%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested940100%
Total Not Requested00%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested165094%
Total Not Requested1006%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Blind spot intervention150Yes
Total Requested1900100%
Total Not Requested00%

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