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

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Subaru Outback vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $37,182

Subaru Outback Limited   
Difference: $17,323

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year202020202020202020172017201720172017
ModelOutbackOutbackOutbackOutbackC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimLimitedLimited XTTouringTouring XTC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $33,445 $37,745 $37,345 $39,695 $39,500 $46,050 $52,000 $65,200 $72,800
EyeSight and Navigation Package 2,085 1,585              
Metal pedals 172 172 172 172          
Remote start 470 470 470 470          
Premium 4 Package         8,650 8,650 7,400 5,700 5,700
Heated front seats         580 580      
Leather Seating Package         2,050 2,050      
Panoramic sunroof         1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480
Rear spoiler         350 350      
Heated steering wheel         250 250      
Metallic paint (extra cost)         720 720 720 720 720
Carbon fiber rear spoiler             700    
Leather seating surfaces             1,620    
AMG Leather Package               2,590  
EyeSight and Navigation Package 1,738 1,323              
Metal pedals 112 112 112 112          
Remote start 352 352 352 352          
Premium 4 Package         8,045 8,045 6,882 5,301 5,301
Heated front seats         539 539      
Leather Seating Package         1,907 1,907      
Panoramic sunroof         1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376
Rear spoiler         326 326      
Heated steering wheel         233 233      
Metallic paint (extra cost)         670 670 670 670 670
Carbon fiber rear spoiler             651    
Leather seating surfaces             1,507    
AMG Leather Package               2,409  
Options (change) 2,727 2,227 642 642 14,080 14,080 11,920 10,490 7,900
Options (change) 2,202 1,787 464 464 13,096 13,096 11,086 9,756 7,347
Destination 1,010 1,010 1,010 1,010 925 925 925 925 925
Gas Tax 0 0 0 0 0 -4,043 0 0 0
Total Price $37,182 $40,982 $38,997 $41,347 $54,505 $57,012 $64,845 $76,615 $81,625

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price: Subaru Outback Limited
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Subaru Outback Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,578
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $48,591
Model Year202020202020202020172017201720172017
ModelOutbackOutbackOutbackOutbackC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimLimitedLimited XTTouringTouring XTC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine182hp H4260hp H4182hp H4260hp H4241hp I4208hp I4 PiH362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8
TransmissionCVT-8CVT-8CVT-8CVT-8T7T7T9T7T7
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDAWDRWDRWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)576, 12576, 12576, 12576, 12590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/60-18225/60-18225/60-18225/60-18225/50-17225/45-18225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19
Total Price$37,182$40,982$38,997$41,347$54,505$57,012$64,845$76,615$81,625
Adjustments for Features00-90-90-745-2,270-3,570-2,070-2,770
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$37,182$40,982$38,907$41,257$53,760$54,742$61,275$74,545$78,855
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,800$1,725$4,075$0$982$7,515$20,785$25,095

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Features Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year202020202020202020172017201720172017
ModelOutbackOutbackOutbackOutbackC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimLimitedLimited XTTouringTouring XTC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Wagon4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100$1100$1100$1100     
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1200$1200 $1200$1200
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic      $1400  
AWD$1700$1700$1700$1700  $1700  
RWD    $0$0 $0$0
Accessories 
Eco accelerator     $100   
Hands-free trunk or liftgate    $100$100$100$100$100
Heated steering wheel  $100$100$100$100   
Lead vehicle start alert$25$25$25$25     
PIN Code Access$10$10$10$10     
Power liftgate$350$350$350$350     
Power trunk closer    $350$350$350$350$350
Remote app    $25$25$25$25$25
Remote climate control    $25$25$25$25$25
Remote start$150$150$150$150     
Remote start via app    $75$75$75$75$75
Remote window/roof operation    $15$15$15$15$15
Sunshade, rear, power    $225$225$225$225$225
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250$250     
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power    $350$350$350$350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Backup collision intervention$150$150$150$150     
Blind spot collision prevention    $150$150$150$150$150
Collision preparation system, rear    $100$100$100$100$100
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system    $0$0$0$0$0
Driver drowsiness monitor    $150$150$150$150$150
Hill descent control$250$250$250$250     
Knee airbag, driver    $75$75$75$75$75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200$200$200$200     
Lane keeping assist    $400$400$400$400$400
Lane sway warning$25$25$25$25     
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250$250$250     
Rear side airbags    $300$300$300$300$300
Rollover sensor$50$50$50$50     
Seat cushion airbag, driver$75$75$75$75     
Seat cushion airbag, passenger$75$75$75$75     
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150$150     
Tires, run-flat    $150$150$150  
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0$0     
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75$75$75$75     
Cargo tray$40$40$40$40     
Console with shifter$150$150$150$150     
Console without shifter    $150$150$150$150$150
Roof rack$300$300       
Roof rails  $250$250     
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation    $100$100$100$100$100
Fragrance atomizer    $200$200$200$200$200
Heated windshield washer nozzles    $15$15$15$15$15
Ionizing air filtration    $50$50$50$50$50
Rain-sensing wipers    $175$175$175$175$175
Rear wiper$175$175$175$175     
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75$75$75     
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25$25     
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential        $500
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)        $500
Limited-slip rear differential       $300 
Engine / Motor 
3.6 kW onboard charger     $0   
6 kWh battery pack     $0   
Automatic start / stop    $150$150$150$150$150
Dual-mode exhaust       $250$250
Raised top speed limiter        $0
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0$0$0$0     
Body kit     $0$0$0$0
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250$250$250$250     
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)    $25$25$25$25$25
Carbon fiber rear spoiler      $300  
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275$275$275     
Painted brake calipers (optional)        $0
Panoramic sunroof    $1200$1200$1200$1200$1200
Rear bumper protector  $40$40     
Rear spoiler$200$200$200$200$200$200 $200$200
Sunroof$900$900$900$900     
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100$100$100     
App support    $0$0$0$0$0
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100$100     
Aux input$50$50$50$50     
DVD-compatible player    $0$0$0$0$0
Handwriting recognition    $200$200$200$200$200
In-vehicle Internet    $150$150$150$150$150
Media drive    $15$15$15$15$15
SD Card slot    $25$25$25$25$25
Surround sound    $250$250$250$250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200$200     
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation    $225$225$225$225$225
Wi-Fi hotspot    $50$50$50$50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock    $25$25   
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror    $75$75$75$75$75
Boost gauge      $75$75$75
Chronometer      $100$100$100
Cornering lights    $50$50$50$50$50
Fog light, rear    $100$100$100$100$100
Fog lights$125$125$125$125     
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150$150     
Interior ambient lighting, configurable    $150$150$150$150$150
Large energy flow and fuel economy display     $25   
LED headlights    $1000$1000$1000$1000$1000
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750$750$750     
Mirror tilt-down in reverse    $25$25$25$25$25
Power-folding mirrors    $50$50$50$50$50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100$100     
Heated second row seats$200$200$200$200     
Illuminated door sill trim plates    $200$200$200$200$200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75$75$75     
Memory system, passenger seat    $150$150$150$150$150
Metal pedals$75$75$75$75  $75$75$75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat    $150$150$150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat    $150$150$150$150$150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat    $50$50$50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat    $50$50$50$50$50
Power height adjuster, passenger seat    $100$100$100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100$100     
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat    $100$100$100$100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat    $100$100$100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat    $100$100$100$100$100
Synthetic suede steering wheel        $150
Upholstered instrument panel      $300$300$300
Wood trim    $300$300$300$300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical     $500$500$500$500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical    $100    
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable     $1000   
Alloy wheels    $350$350$350$350$350
Crosswind stabilization    $50$50$50$50$50
Machined alloy wheels$350$350$350$350     
Raised heavy-duty suspension$0$0$0$0     
Sport suspension (upgrade)     $0$0$0$0
Suggestive steering    $0$0$0$0$0
Transmission 
Launch control       $100$100
Total Value of Features$9,800$9,800$9,890$9,890$10,545$12,070$13,370$11,870$12,570
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$90$90$745$2,270$3,570$2,070$2,770
Value of Feature Adjustments00-3-3-694-2,102-3,324-1,927-2,578

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Specifications Comparison: Subaru Outback vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20202017
ModelOutbackC-Class
Body4dr Wagon4dr Sedan
Wheelbase108.1 in111.8 in
Length191.3 in184.5 in
Width73.0 in71.3 in
Height66.1 in56.8 in
Curb Weight3,635 lb.3,418 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.1 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.1 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.8 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom39.1 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.4 in55.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.5 in35.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
32.5 ft312.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
75.7 ft312.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Subaru Outback Limited

EyeSight and Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system550Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Backup collision intervention150No
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane sway warning25No
Lead vehicle start alert25No
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Total Requested350089%
Total Not Requested45011%

Option Package Details
Subaru Outback Limited XT

EyeSight and Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system550Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Backup collision intervention150No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane sway warning25No
Lead vehicle start alert25No
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200Yes
Total Requested260085%
Total Not Requested45015%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power decklid350Yes
Fragrance atomizer200No
Ionizing air filtration50No
LED tail lights0No
Surround sound250No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Speed limit information0No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested452570%
Total Not Requested194030%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power decklid350Yes
Fragrance atomizer200No
Ionizing air filtration50No
LED tail lights0No
Surround sound250No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Speed limit information0No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested452570%
Total Not Requested194030%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power decklid350Yes
Fragrance atomizer200No
Ionizing air filtration50No
LED tail lights0No
Surround sound250No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Speed limit information0No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested387567%
Total Not Requested194033%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power decklid350Yes
Fragrance atomizer200No
Ionizing air filtration50No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Speed limit information0No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights250Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested312572%
Total Not Requested124028%
AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

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

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power decklid350Yes
Fragrance atomizer200No
Ionizing air filtration50No
LED tail lights0No
Handwriting recognition200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Speed limit information0No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested387576%
Total Not Requested124024%

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