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

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

Lowest Total Price: $48,450

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport   
Difference: $43,095

Lowest Total Invoice: $45,121

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport   
Difference: $40,077

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092012201220122012
ModelM-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimML63 AMGC250 SportC300 SportC350 SportC63 AMG
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $90,100 $34,800 $38,020 $40,575 $58,930
Base Invoice $83,793 $32,364 $35,359 $37,735 $54,805
Illuminated door sill trim plates 570 700 700 700  
Lighting Package   1,290 1,290 1,290 1,290
Multimedia Package   2,790 2,790 2,790 2,790
Leather Package   1,750 1,750 1,750  
Premium 1 Package   2,500 2,500    
Obstacle detection, rear   970 970 970 970
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720 720 720
Rear side airbags   420 420 420 420
Proximity key   650 650 650 650
Telematics service, such as OnStar   660 660 660 660
Wood trim   325 325 0 0
AMG Leather Package         3,090
Illuminated door sill trim plates 530 651 651 651  
Lighting Package   1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200
Multimedia Package   2,595 2,595 2,595 2,595
Leather Package   1,628 1,628 1,628  
Premium 1 Package   2,325 2,325    
Obstacle detection, rear   902 902 902 902
Metallic paint (extra cost)   669 669 669 669
Rear side airbags   391 391 391 391
Proximity key   605 605 605 605
Telematics service, such as OnStar   614 614 614 614
Wood trim   302 302 0 0
AMG Leather Package         2,874
Options (change) 570 12,775 12,775 9,950 10,590
Options (change) 530 11,882 11,882 9,255 9,850
Destination 875 875 875 875 875
Gas Tax 0 0 0 0 1,700
Total Price $91,545 $48,450 $51,670 $51,400 $72,095
Total Invoice $85,198 $45,121 $48,116 $47,865 $67,230

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $37,165
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $34,558
Model Year20092012201220122012
ModelM-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimML63 AMGC250 SportC300 SportC350 SportC63 AMG
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine503hp V8201hp I4228hp V6302hp V6451hp V8
TransmissionT7T7T7T7T7
DrivetrainAWDRWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)440, 12450, 12450, 12450, 12450, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)295/40-20225/45-17225/45-17225/45-17235/40-18
Total Price$91,545$48,450$51,670$51,400$72,095
Adjustments for Features-5,9300-1,700-200-600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$85,615$48,450$49,970$51,200$71,495
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,520$2,750$23,045
Total Invoice$85,198$45,121$48,116$47,865$67,230
Adjustments for Features-5,5190-1,583-186-560
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$79,679$45,121$46,533$47,679$66,670
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,412$2,558$21,549

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

Model Year20092012201220122012
ModelM-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimML63 AMGC250 SportC300 SportC350 SportC63 AMG
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200$1200$1200
AWD$1700 $1700  
RWD $0 $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100    
Parking guidance system - passive $250$250$250$250
Power liftgate$350    
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0    
Driver drowsiness monitor $150$150$150$150
Hill descent control$250    
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75$75
Rollover sensor$50    
Trailer sway control$25    
Cargo Management 
Cargo area partition net$40    
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50    
Cargo cover$75    
Console with shifter $150$150$150$150
Console without shifter$150    
Roof rails$250    
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100$100$100$100
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250    
Rear wiper$175    
Residual heat$50    
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0$0$0
Bodyside moldings$75    
Deep-tinted rear windows$275    
Rear bumper protector$40    
Rear spoiler   $200$200
Running boards$350    
Wheel-lip moldings$75    
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25$25$25
iPod integration$100    
USB port $25$25$25$25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200$200$200$200
Chronometer$100   $100
Cornering lights$50    
Fog lights$125    
Power-folding mirrors$50    
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300    
Door sill trim plates    $100
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200$200$200 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100   $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100   $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100    
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100    
Power-folding headrests, second row seats $50$50$50$50
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0    
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500    
Adaptive dampers - mechanical $100$100$100$100
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000    
Transmission 
Launch control    $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100   $100
Total Value of Features$8,455$2,525$4,225$2,725$3,125
Value of Feature Adjustments$5,930$0$1,700$200$600
Value of Feature Adjustments-5,5190-1,583-186-560

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

Model Year20092012
ModelM-ClassC-Class
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase114.7 in108.7 in
Length188.5 in180.7 in
Width75.2 in69.7 in
Height70.1 in56.3 in
Curb Weight4,706 lb.3,429 lb.
Fuel Capacity25.1 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.9 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.9 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.9 in52.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom39.8 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room59.8 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.2 in54.9 in
Row 2 Legroom40.0 in33.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
29.4 ft312.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
72.4 ft312.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - passive250No
Total Requested40062%
Total Not Requested25038%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested70078%
Total Not Requested20022%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested1165100%
Total Not Requested00%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1450100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Folding second row seats300Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Total Requested150081%
Total Not Requested35019%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - passive250No
Total Requested40062%
Total Not Requested25038%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested70078%
Total Not Requested20022%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested1165100%
Total Not Requested00%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1450100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Folding second row seats300Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Total Requested150081%
Total Not Requested35019%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - passive250No
Total Requested40062%
Total Not Requested25038%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested70078%
Total Not Requested20022%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested1165100%
Total Not Requested00%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1450100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - passive250No
Total Requested40062%
Total Not Requested25038%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested70078%
Total Not Requested20022%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested1165100%
Total Not Requested00%
AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested1350100%
Total Not Requested00%

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