Toyota Highlander Toyota Highlander 2018 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2009

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

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

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Toyota Highlander vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $44,620

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan   
Difference: $1,804

Lowest Total Invoice: $41,556

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan   
Difference: $846

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182018200920092009
ModelHighlanderHighlanderC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimLimited PlatinumHybrid Limited PlatinumC300 Sport SedanC300 Luxury SedanC350 Sport Sedan
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $45,200 $48,280 $32,900 $34,650 $39,000
Base Invoice $41,268 $44,080 $30,597 $32,225 $36,270
Floor mats 229 229      
Premium II Package     3,500 3,500  
Multimedia Package     2,980 2,980 2,980
Leather seating surfaces     1,570 1,570 1,570
Panoramic sunroof     1,050 1,050 1,050
Telematics service, such as OnStar     650 650 650
iPod integration     375 375 375
Metallic paint (extra cost)     720 720 720
Floor mats 139 139      
Premium II Package     3,255 3,255  
Multimedia Package     2,771 2,771 2,771
Leather seating surfaces     1,460 1,460 1,460
Panoramic sunroof     976 976 976
Telematics service, such as OnStar     604 604 604
iPod integration     349 349 349
Metallic paint (extra cost)     669 669 669
Options (change) 229 229 10,845 10,845 7,345
Options (change) 139 139 10,084 10,084 6,829
Destination 995 995 875 875 875
Total Price $46,424 $49,504 $44,620 $46,370 $47,220
Total Invoice $42,402 $45,214 $41,556 $43,184 $43,974

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Toyota Highlander dealer quotes or Mercedes-Benz C-Class dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Highlander vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota Highlander Limited Platinum
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,316
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,657
Model Year20182018200920092009
ModelHighlanderHighlanderC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimLimited PlatinumHybrid Limited PlatinumC300 Sport SedanC300 Luxury SedanC350 Sport Sedan
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine295hp V6257hp V6 H228hp V6228hp V6268hp V6
TransmissionT8CVTM6T7T7
DrivetrainFWDAWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)825, 12825, 12450, 12450, 12450, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/55-19245/55-19225/45-17225/45-17225/45-17
Total Price$46,424$49,504$44,620$46,370$47,220
Adjustments for Features-7,120-8,4700-1,175-225
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$39,304$41,034$44,620$45,195$46,995
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,730$0$575$2,375
Total Invoice$42,402$45,214$41,556$43,184$43,974
Adjustments for Features-6,503-7,7360-1,094-210
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$35,899$37,478$41,556$42,090$43,764
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,579$0$534$2,208

Return to top

Features Comparison: Toyota Highlander vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20182018200920092009
ModelHighlanderHighlanderC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimLimited PlatinumHybrid Limited PlatinumC300 Sport SedanC300 Luxury SedanC350 Sport Sedan
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300    
CVT $1000   
6-speed manual  $150  
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1200$1200
FWD$0    
AWD $1700   
RWD  $0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100   
Adaptive cruise control$600$600   
Cruise control  $150$150$150
Heated steering wheel$100$100   
Power liftgate$350$350   
Proximity key$250$250   
Remote window/roof operation  $15$15$15
Sunshade, rear, power  $225$225 
Sunshades, second row$125$125   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power  $350$350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Around view cameras$500$500   
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200   
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200   
Blind spot warning system$200$200   
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100   
Forward collision warning$200$200   
Knee airbag, driver$75$75   
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200$200   
Lane departure warning$200$200   
Obstacle detection, front$150$150   
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250   
Pedestrian detection$50$50   
Perimeter scan$25$25   
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0   
Rollover sensor$50$50   
Seat cushion airbag, passenger$75$75   
Side curtain airbags  $350$350$350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500$500   
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75$75   
Cargo mat$40$40   
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150$150   
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25   
Rear seat pass-through  $100$100 
Roof rails$250$250   
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation  $100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15$15$15
Rear air vents  $100$100$100
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250$250   
Rear HVAC unit$400$400   
Rear wiper$175$175   
Wiper de-icer$25$25   
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150   
Exterior 
Body kit  $0 $0
Bodyside cladding$350$350   
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25$25$25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275   
Rear spoiler$200$200  $200
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75   
Infotainment 
App support$0$0   
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25   
CD changer, in-dash  $325$325$325
CD player$125$125   
HD radio$50$50   
Intercom$25$25   
iPod integration  $100$100$100
Media drive  $15$15$15
SD Card slot  $25$25$25
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0   
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25   
Surround sound  $250$250$250
Traffic + travel information$25$25   
USB port$25$25   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror  $75$75$75
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200   
Conversation mirror$25$25   
Fog light, rear  $100$100$100
Headlight washers  $50$50 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150   
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25   
Steering-linked fog lights  $50$50 
Tachometer$75 $75$75$75
Xenon HID headlights  $500$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim  $100  
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300$300   
Foldaway tray table, second row$75$75   
Folding second row seats$300$300$300$300 
Folding third row seats$600$600   
Heated second row seats$200$200   
Leather door panel trim  $250$250$250
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75$75   
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50$50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50$50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75   
Manual recliner, third row seats$125$125   
Metal pedals  $75 $75
Power height adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100   
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100   
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power-folding headrests, second row seats  $50$50$50
Wood trim   $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical  $100$100$100
Alloy wheels  $350$350$350
Chrome-clad alloy wheels$600$600   
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 $0
Total Value of Features$11,790$13,140$4,670$5,845$4,895
Value of Feature Adjustments$7,120$8,470$0$1,175$225
Value of Feature Adjustments-6,503-7,7360-1,094-210

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Toyota Highlander vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20182009
ModelHighlanderC-Class
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase109.8 in108.7 in
Length192.5 in182.3 in
Width75.8 in69.7 in
Height68.1 in56.3 in
Curb Weight4,166 lb.3,528 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.2 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.7 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.3 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.2 in52.3 in
Row 1 Legroom44.2 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom39.9 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room59.6 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room57.1 in54.9 in
Row 2 Legroom38.4 in33.4 in
Row 3 Headroom35.9 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room55.0 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room45.6 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom27.7 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
13.8 ft312.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
42.3 ft312.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
83.7 ft312.4 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Total Requested90078%
Total Not Requested25022%
Premium II Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Headlight washers50No
Steering-linked fog lights50No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Total Requested132552%
Total Not Requested120048%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested70045%
Total Not Requested84055%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Luxury Sedan

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Total Requested90078%
Total Not Requested25022%
Premium II Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Headlight washers50No
Steering-linked fog lights50No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Total Requested132552%
Total Not Requested120048%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested70045%
Total Not Requested84055%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Total Requested90078%
Total Not Requested25022%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested70045%
Total Not Requested84055%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Toyota models.