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Porsche Cayman vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Porsche Cayman vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $48,985

Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC300   
Difference: $21,620

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201220122016
ModelCaymanCaymanCaymanGLC
TrimBaseSS Black EditionGLC300
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Base Price $51,900 $62,100 $67,500 $38,950
Navigation system 3,430      
Unbranded 235W 9 speakers 0      
Convenience Package 2,230 2,230    
Power Seat Package 1,550 1,550 1,550  
Sport Chrono Package 960 960 960  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 2,385 2,385 2,385  
Adaptive dampers - electrical 2,090 2,090 2,090  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 725 725    
Cooled or ventilated front seats 800 800 800  
Heated front seats 525 525 525  
Voice control for nav and audio 595 595 595  
Heated steering wheel 250 250 250 250
Wood trim 890 890    
Audio controls on steering wheel 615 615 125  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 710 710   720
Infotainment Package   3,640    
Interior Package       2,500
Blind spot warning system       550
Upholstered instrument panel       650
Premium Package       720
Lighting Package       1,390
Multimedia Package       2,330
Navigation system 0      
Unbranded 235W 9 speakers 0      
Convenience Package 0 0    
Power Seat Package 0 0 0  
Sport Chrono Package 0 0 0  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 0 0 0  
Adaptive dampers - electrical 0 0 0  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 0 0    
Cooled or ventilated front seats 0 0 0  
Heated front seats 0 0 0  
Voice control for nav and audio 0 0 0  
Heated steering wheel 0 0 0 233
Wood trim 0 0    
Audio controls on steering wheel 0 0 0  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 0   670
Infotainment Package   0    
Interior Package       2,325
Blind spot warning system       512
Upholstered instrument panel       605
Premium Package       670
Lighting Package       1,293
Multimedia Package       2,167
Options (change) 17,755 17,965 9,280 9,110
Options (change) 0 0 0 8,475
Destination 950 950 950 925
Total Price $70,605 $81,015 $77,730 $48,985

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC300
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Cayman S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $28,320
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $38,299
Model Year2012201220122016
ModelCaymanCaymanCaymanGLC
TrimBaseSS Black EditionGLC300
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Engine265hp H6320hp H6330hp H6241hp I4
TransmissionM6M6M6T9
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)235, 9325, 11325, 11?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-17235/40-18235/35-19235/60-18
Total Price$70,605$81,015$77,730$48,985
Adjustments for Features-150-4000-6,850
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$70,455$80,615$77,730$42,135
Cost Above Minimum$0$10,160$7,275$0

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Features Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC

Model Year2012201220122016
ModelCaymanCaymanCaymanGLC
TrimBaseSS Black EditionGLC300
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1400
RWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet   $100
Power liftgate   $350
Power rear side windows   $200
Proximity key   $250
Remote app   $25
Remote climate control   $25
Remote start via app   $75
Remote window/roof operation   $15
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power   $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial   $200
Automatic braking, low-speed   $200
Blind spot warning system   $200
Driver drowsiness monitor   $150
Forward collision warning   $200
Knee airbag, driver   $75
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system   $0
Rearview camera   $200
Rollover sensor   $50
Side curtain airbags   $350
Tires, run-flat   $150
Torque vectoring, brake-based   $100
Trailer sway control   $25
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover   $75
Cargo organizer   $100
Console with shifter$150$150$150 
Console without shifter   $150
Overhead sunglass holder   $25
Roof rails   $250
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation   $100
Dual-zone climate control   $125
Rear air vents   $100
Rear wiper   $175
Water-repellent front-door glass$15$15$15 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop   $150
Mid-engine configuration$0$0$0 
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows   $275
Rear spoiler   $200
Retractable rear spoiler$400$400$400 
Infotainment 
App support   $0
Aux input$50$50$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0$0$0 
DVD-compatible player   $0
Handwriting recognition   $200
HD radio   $50
In-vehicle Internet   $150
Navigation map updates, three years   $0
Off-road navigation system$0$0$0 
SD Card slot   $25
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25
Surround sound $250$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation   $225
Traffic + travel information   $25
Traffic information$25$25$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot   $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights   $200
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75 
Automatic headlights   $125
Chronometer$100$100$100 
Compass   $0
Fog lights$125$125$125 
Headlight washers$50$50$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable   $150
LED headlights   $1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse   $25
Power-folding mirrors   $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors   $25
Xenon HID headlights$500$500$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row   $50
Door sill trim plates  $100 
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200 $200
Leather door panel trim$250$250$250 
Metal pedals$75$75$75 
No leather in second row$-300$-300$-300 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat   $50
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat   $100
Power-folding second row seats   $700
Upholstered instrument panel   $300
Upholstered instrument panel, leather$1000$1000$1000 
Wood trim$300$300 $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500$500 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical   $100
Crosswind stabilization   $50
Suggestive steering   $0
Transmission 
Launch control$100$100$100 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100
Total Value of Features$4,165$4,415$4,015$10,865
Value of Feature Adjustments$150$400$0$6,850
Value of Feature Adjustments-2-50-6,380

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Specifications Comparison: Porsche Cayman vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC

Model Year20122016
ModelCaymanGLC
Body2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase95.1 in113.1 in
Length171.1 in183.3 in
Width70.9 in74.4 in
Height51.4 in64.5 in
Curb Weight2,977 lb.3,892 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.9 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room0.0 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom0.0 in40.8 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in56.5 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in37.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
14.5 ft320.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
14.556.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested122591%
Total Not Requested1259%
Power Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested850100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Chrono Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Launch control100No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman S

Infotainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0Yes
Surround sound250No
Traffic information25Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Media drive, large15Yes
Bose, 325W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
USB port25Yes
Total Requested86559%
Total Not Requested60041%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested122591%
Total Not Requested1259%
Power Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested850100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Chrono Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Launch control100No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%

Option Package Details
Porsche Cayman S Black Edition

Power Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested850100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Chrono Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Chronometer100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Launch control100No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC300

Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Cargo net40Yes
Cargo organizer100No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Total Requested154086%
Total Not Requested25014%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Proximity key250No
Total Requested20036%
Total Not Requested35064%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
LED headlights1000No
Total Requested20014%
Total Not Requested120086%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested740100%
Total Not Requested00%

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