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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Volvo C30 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Volvo C30 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $33,397

Volvo C30 Version 1.0   
Difference: $72,548

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,663

Volvo C30 Version 1.0   
Difference: $68,018

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112011201120082008
ModelSLSLSLC30C30
TrimSL550SL63 AMGSL65 AMGVersion 1.0Version 2.0
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $102,600 $139,050 $198,750 $22,950 $25,700
Base Invoice $95,418 $129,316 $184,838 $21,573 $24,158
Obstacle detection, rear 1,170 1,170   400 400
Wood trim   0 0 210 210
Power front seats       900 900
Special order charge       300 300
Climate Package       412 412
Navigation system       2,205 2,205
Metallic paint (extra cost)       475 475
Trip computer       100 100
Auto-dimming rearview mirror       150 150
Cruise control       185 185
Automatic air recirculation       200 200
Automatic climate control, front       250 250
Universal garage door opener       225 225
Fog lights       295 295
Proximity key       450 450
CD changer, in-dash       475 475
Xenon HID headlights       700 700
Leather seating surfaces       1,200 1,200
Sport suspension (upgrade)       275  
Satellite radio       295  
Obstacle detection, rear 1,088 1,088   344 344
Wood trim   0 0 181 181
Power front seats       774 774
Special order charge       258 258
Climate Package       354 354
Navigation system       1,896 1,896
Metallic paint (extra cost)       408 408
Trip computer       86 86
Auto-dimming rearview mirror       129 129
Cruise control       159 159
Automatic air recirculation       172 172
Automatic climate control, front       215 215
Universal garage door opener       194 194
Fog lights       254 254
Proximity key       387 387
CD changer, in-dash       409 409
Xenon HID headlights       602 602
Leather seating surfaces       1,032 1,032
Sport suspension (upgrade)       237  
Satellite radio       254  
Options (change) 1,170 1,170 0 9,702 9,132
Options (change) 1,088 1,088 0 8,345 7,854
Destination 875 875 875 745 745
Gas Tax 1,300 2,600 2,600 0 0
Total Price $105,945 $143,695 $202,225 $33,397 $35,577
Total Invoice $98,681 $133,879 $188,313 $30,663 $32,757

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Volvo C30

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volvo C30 Version 1.0
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $57,868
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $54,345
Model Year20112011201120082008
ModelSLSLSLC30C30
TrimSL550SL63 AMGSL65 AMGVersion 1.0Version 2.0
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine382hp V8518hp V8604hp V12227hp I5227hp I5
TransmissionT7T7T5M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)510, 10510, 10510, 10160, 8650, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/40-18255/35-19255/35-19205/50-17215/45-18
Total Price$105,945$143,695$202,225$33,397$35,577
Adjustments for Features-14,680-16,030-17,0800-450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$91,265$127,665$185,145$33,397$35,127
Cost Above Minimum$0$36,400$93,880$0$1,730
Total Invoice$98,681$133,879$188,313$30,663$32,757
Adjustments for Features-13,673-14,935-15,9050-414
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$85,008$118,944$172,408$30,663$32,343
Cost Above Minimum$0$33,936$87,400$0$1,680

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Volvo C30

Model Year20112011201120082008
ModelSLSLSLC30C30
TrimSL550SL63 AMGSL65 AMGVersion 1.0Version 2.0
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200   
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1000  
6-speed manual   $150$150
RWD$0$0$0  
FWD   $0$0
Accessories 
Power trunk closer  $350  
Proximity key  $250$250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual   $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350  
Wind blocker, small$100$100$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Auto-raising roll bars / headrests$500$500$500  
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75  
Obstacle detection, front$150$150$150  
Side curtain airbags   $350$350
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50  
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50$50  
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15  
Rear wiper   $175$175
Residual heat$50$50$50  
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25  
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0 $0
Body kit (gray/black)   $0 
Glass roof panel(s)  $300  
Power retractable hardtop$6750$6750$6750  
Rear spoiler    $200
Wheel-lip moldings   $75$75
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100$100  
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0  
HD radio$50$50$50  
iPod integration$100$100$100  
Media drive$15$15$15  
SD Card slot$25$25$25  
Surround sound$250$250$250 $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200  
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100$100  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75  
Automatic headlights$125$125$125  
Automatic-off headlights   $25$25
Cornering lights$50$50$50  
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25  
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300  
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100  
Folding second row seats   $300$300
Leather door panel trim$250$250$250  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150  $150$150
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $50$50
Massage, driver seat $100$100  
Massage, passenger seat $100$100  
Metal pedals$75$75$75  
Neck-level heating, front seats  $150  
No leather in second row$-300$-300$-300  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150  
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50  
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100    
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100    
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100$100  
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100$100  
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Synthetic suede headliner $650$650  
Synthetic suede steering wheel $150$150  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather$1000$1000$1000  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable$4000$4000$4000  
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0$0
Transmission 
Launch control $100   
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100  
Total Value of Features$16,505$17,855$18,905$1,825$2,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$14,680$16,030$17,080$0$450
Value of Feature Adjustments-13,673-14,935-15,9050-414

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. Volvo C30

Model Year20112008
ModelSLC30
Body2dr Hardtop conv.2dr Hatch
Wheelbase100.8 in103.9 in
Length180.4 in167.4 in
Width71.5 in70.2 in
Height51.1 in57.0 in
Curb Weight4,221 lb.3,202 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.7 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.0 in53.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.9 in53.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.9 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in36.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in47.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in41.5 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in33.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
7.2 ft312.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
10.2 ft320.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Volvo C30 Version 1.0

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested625100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Total Requested1050100%
Total Not Requested00%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Volvo C30 Version 2.0

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested625100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Total Requested1050100%
Total Not Requested00%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%

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