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

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Porsche Cayenne vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $95,210

Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S   
Difference: $6,495

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2017201720172017201720172018
ModelCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneC-Class
TrimBasePlatinum EditionSGTSTurboTurbo SAMG C63 S
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $59,600 $65,600 $76,200 $97,200 $116,500 $159,600 $73,700
Porsche Connect Plus 1,250   1,250 1,250 1,250 1,250  
Torque vectoring, brake-based 1,490 1,490 1,490 1,490 1,490    
18-way adaptive power front seats 315   315 315      
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 2,300 2,300 2,300 2,300 2,300 2,300  
Ceramic brake rotors 8,840 8,840 8,840 8,840 8,840    
265/50VR19 1,950            
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 3,655 3,655 3,655        
Carbon fiber trim 2,335 2,335 2,335 1,340 1,340   975
Lane departure warning 690 690 690 690 690 690  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 1,100   1,100 1,100 1,100 1,100  
Around view cameras 850 850 850 850 850 850  
Voice control for nav and audio 0 0 0 0 0 0  
Panoramic sunroof 660 660         1,000
Black exterior trim (optional) 150   150   150   750
Metallic paint (extra cost) 790 790 790 790     720
Sport Package 5,590 5,590 5,590   3,210    
Premium Plus Package 9,090 6,780 7,490 5,830 3,660 3,240  
Front buckets   0          
Wheels, dark finish   1,240   0   0 1,750
295/35YR21   170          
Sport Chrono Package       770      
Compass           270  
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable           3,210 1,250
Wood trim           0  
Advanced Lighting Package             1,050
Multimedia Package             2,200
designo Package             500
Driver Assistance Package             2,250
Parking Assist Package             1,090
Carbon fiber rear spoiler             700
Ceramic front brake rotors             5,450
Sunshades, second row             380
Cooled or ventilated front seats             450
Porsche Connect Plus 0   0 0 0 0  
Torque vectoring, brake-based 0 0 0 0 0    
18-way adaptive power front seats 0   0 0      
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 0 0 0 0 0 0  
Ceramic brake rotors 0 0 0 0 0    
265/50VR19 0            
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 0 0 0        
Carbon fiber trim 0 0 0 0 0   907
Lane departure warning 0 0 0 0 0 0  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 0   0 0 0 0  
Around view cameras 0 0 0 0 0 0  
Voice control for nav and audio 0 0 0 0 0 0  
Panoramic sunroof 0 0         930
Black exterior trim (optional) 0   0   0   698
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 0 0 0     670
Sport Package 0 0 0   0    
Premium Plus Package 0 0 0 0 0 0  
Front buckets   0          
Wheels, dark finish   0   0   0 1,628
295/35YR21   0          
Sport Chrono Package       0      
Compass           0  
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable           0 1,163
Wood trim           0  
Advanced Lighting Package             977
Multimedia Package             2,046
designo Package             465
Driver Assistance Package             2,093
Parking Assist Package             1,014
Carbon fiber rear spoiler             651
Ceramic front brake rotors             5,069
Sunshades, second row             353
Cooled or ventilated front seats             419
Options (change) 41,055 35,390 36,845 25,565 24,880 12,910 20,515
Options (change) 0 0 0 0 0 0 19,083
Destination 1,050 1,050 1,050 1,050 1,050 1,050 995
Total Price $101,705 $102,040 $114,095 $123,815 $142,430 $173,560 $95,210

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Cayenne vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Cayenne
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $420
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $87,632
Model Year2017201720172017201720172018
ModelCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneC-Class
TrimBasePlatinum EditionSGTSTurboTurbo SAMG C63 S
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine300hp V6300hp V6420hp V6440hp V6520hp V8570hp V8503hp V8
TransmissionT8T8T8T8T8T8T7
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDAWDAWDAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)100, 10665, 14100, 10100, 10665, 14665, 14590, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)265/50-19295/35-21265/50-19275/45-20265/50-19295/35-21245/35-19
Total Price$101,705$102,040$114,095$123,815$142,430$173,560$95,210
Adjustments for Features-6,075-5,600-6,075-6,800-7,125-7,6500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$95,630$96,440$108,020$117,015$135,305$165,910$95,210
Cost Above Minimum$0$810$12,390$21,385$39,675$70,280$0

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Features Comparison: Porsche Cayenne vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year2017201720172017201720172018
ModelCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneCayenneC-Class
TrimBasePlatinum EditionSGTSTurboTurbo SAMG C63 S
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300$1300$1300$1300$1300 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic      $1200
AWD$1700$1700$1700$1700$1700$1700 
RWD      $0
Accessories 
Air compressor$35$35$35$35$35$35 
Power liftgate$350$350$350$350$350$350 
Remote climate control      $25
Remote start via app      $75
Remote window/roof operation      $15
Semi-automated parking system      $500
Sunshades, second row      $125
Sunshades, second row, power$225$225$225$225$225$225 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, low-speed      $200
Blind spot collision prevention      $150
Ceramic brake rotors$4000$4000$4000$4000$4000$4000 
Ceramic front brake rotors      $2500
Collision preparation system, rear      $100
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system      $0
Cross-traffic warning, rear      $100
Driver drowsiness monitor      $150
Hill descent control$250$250$250$250$250$250 
Lane keeping assist      $400
Pedestrian detection      $50
Rollover sensor$50$50$50$50$50$50 
Secondary collision brake assist$25$25$25$25$25$25 
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150 $150  
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50$50$50$50 
Cargo cover$75$75$75$75$75$75 
Cargo net$40$40$40$40$40$40 
Console with shifter$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Console without shifter      $150
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Overhead sunglass holder      $25
Rear seat pass-through$100$100$100$100$100$100 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50$50$50$50$50 
Climate Control 
Rear wiper$175$175$175$175$175$175 
Residual heat$50$50$50$50$50$50 
Water-repellent front-door glass$15$15$15$15$15$15 
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential      $500
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)      $500
Limited-slip rear differential$300$300$300$300$300$300 
Lockable center differential$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Lockable rear differential$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Engine / Motor 
Raised top speed limiter      $0
Regenerative braking    $0$0 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0$0$0$0$0$0 
Body kit   $0  $0
Bodyside cladding$350$350$350$350$350$350 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25$25$25 
Carbon fiber rear spoiler      $300
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275$275$275$275$275 
Larger rear spoiler   $200   
Painted brake calipers (optional)   $0  $0
Rear spoiler$200$200$200 $200$200 
Wheel-lip moldings $75 $75 $75 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0$0$0$0$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100$100$100$100 
Aux input$50$50$50$50$50$50 
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0$0$0$0$0$0 
DVD-compatible player      $0
Off-road navigation system$0$0$0$0$0$0 
SD Card slot      $25
SMS text-to-speech reader      $25
Surround sound $250  $250$250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200$200$200$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation      $225
Traffic + travel information    $25$25$25
Traffic information$25$25$25$25   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75$75$75$75 
Boost gauge   $75$75$75$75
Compass     $0$0
Fog lights$125$125$125$125$125$125 
Headlight washers$50$50$50$50$50$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable      $150
Performance meter$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors      $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver$300 $300$300$300$300 
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger$300 $300$300$300$300 
Carbon fiber trim$200$200$200$200$200 $200
Heated second row seats$200$200$200$200$200$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75$75$75$75$75$75 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75$75$75$75$75 
Metal pedals   $75$75$75$75
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat      $50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat      $50
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat$100 $100$100$100$100 
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat$100 $100$100$100$100 
Synthetic suede headliner   $650$650$650 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0     
Synthetic suede steering wheel      $150
Upholstered instrument panel      $300
Upholstered instrument panel, leather$1000$1000$1000$1000$1000$1000 
Wood trim     $300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars     $500 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000$1000$1000$1000$1000$1000 
Crosswind stabilization      $50
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0  $0
Suggestive steering      $0
Wheels, dark finish $0 $0 $0$0
Total Value of Features$14,815$14,340$14,815$15,540$15,865$16,390$8,740
Value of Feature Adjustments$6,075$5,600$6,075$6,800$7,125$7,650$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-63-58-56-58-53-460

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Specifications Comparison: Porsche Cayenne vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20172018
ModelCayenneC-Class
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase114.0 in111.8 in
Length191.1 in184.5 in
Width78.7 in71.3 in
Height67.4 in56.8 in
Curb Weight4,489 lb.3,418 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.4 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom0.0 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room0.0 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom0.0 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in55.0 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
23.7 ft312.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
62.9 ft312.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne

Porsche Connect Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Traffic information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Apple CarPlay support100No
Total Requested45082%
Total Not Requested10018%
18-way adaptive power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300No
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Total Requested107557%
Total Not Requested82543%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable500Yes
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable1000No
Sport exhaust0No
Chronometer75Yes
Performance meter150No
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested117551%
Total Not Requested115049%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Variable assist steering (optional)0No
Heated second row seats200No
Sunshades, second row, power225No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
LED headlights500Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50Yes
Total Requested470089%
Total Not Requested57511%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne Platinum Edition

Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable500Yes
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable1000No
Sport exhaust0No
Chronometer75Yes
Performance meter150No
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested117551%
Total Not Requested115049%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Sunshades, second row, power225No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
LED headlights500Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested367589%
Total Not Requested45011%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne S

Porsche Connect Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Traffic information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Apple CarPlay support100No
Total Requested45082%
Total Not Requested10018%
18-way adaptive power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300No
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Total Requested87551%
Total Not Requested82549%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof300Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Sunshades, second row, power225No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
LED headlights500Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50Yes
Total Requested350086%
Total Not Requested57514%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable500Yes
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable1000No
Sport exhaust0No
Chronometer75Yes
Performance meter150No
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested117551%
Total Not Requested115049%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne GTS

Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof300Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Sunshades, second row, power225No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
LED headlights500Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested330086%
Total Not Requested52514%
Porsche Connect Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Traffic information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Apple CarPlay support100No
Total Requested45082%
Total Not Requested10018%
18-way adaptive power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300No
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Total Requested87551%
Total Not Requested82549%
Sport Chrono Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer75Yes
Performance meter150No
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested17554%
Total Not Requested15046%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne Turbo

Porsche Connect Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Traffic information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Apple CarPlay support100No
Total Requested45082%
Total Not Requested10018%
Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof300Yes
Sunshades, second row, power225No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested160088%
Total Not Requested22512%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable500Yes
Sport exhaust0No
Chronometer75Yes
Performance meter150No
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested67582%
Total Not Requested15018%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayenne Turbo S

Premium Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof300Yes
Sunshades, second row, power225No
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested140086%
Total Not Requested22514%
Porsche Connect Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Traffic information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Apple CarPlay support100No
Total Requested45082%
Total Not Requested10018%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S

Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
LED tail lights0No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights250Yes
Total Requested65081%
Total Not Requested15019%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested940100%
Total Not Requested00%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400No
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested90053%
Total Not Requested80047%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%

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