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Volkswagen Passat 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Volkswagen Passat vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,875 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T SEL Premium | ||||||
| Difference: $21,210 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,503 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T SEL Premium | ||||||
| Difference: $18,860 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | C300 | C400 | C63 AMG | C63 AMG S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,650 | $34,650 | $38,400 | $48,590 | $63,900 | $71,900 |
| Base Invoice | $30,353 | $33,230 | $35,712 | $45,189 | $59,427 | $66,867 |
| Rear spoiler | 375 | 375 | 300 | 300 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,690 | 2,690 | 2,690 | 2,690 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,700 | |||||
| Lighting Package | 800 | |||||
| Interior Package | 2,300 | 2,300 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,800 | 2,800 | 2,800 | 2,800 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 970 | 970 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | ||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | 279 | 279 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,502 | 2,502 | 2,502 | 2,502 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,511 | |||||
| Lighting Package | 744 | |||||
| Interior Package | 2,139 | 2,139 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,604 | 2,604 | 2,604 | 2,604 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 902 | 902 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | ||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Options (change) | 375 | 375 | 14,760 | 11,260 | 11,250 | 8,660 |
| Options (change) | 300 | 300 | 13,726 | 10,471 | 10,462 | 8,053 |
| Destination | 850 | 850 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $32,875 | $35,875 | $54,085 | $60,775 | $76,075 | $81,485 |
| Total Invoice | $31,503 | $34,380 | $50,363 | $56,585 | $70,814 | $75,845 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 2.0T SEL Premium | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,505 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,410 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | C300 | C400 | C63 AMG | C63 AMG S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 174hp I4 | 280hp V6 | 241hp I4 | 329hp V6 | 469hp V8 | 503hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | S6 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/35-19 |
| Total Price | $32,875 | $35,875 | $54,085 | $60,775 | $76,075 | $81,485 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -150 | -3,705 | -5,355 | -3,905 | -5,055 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,875 | $35,725 | $50,380 | $55,420 | $72,170 | $76,430 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,850 | $0 | $5,040 | $21,790 | $26,050 |
| Total Invoice | $31,503 | $34,380 | $50,363 | $56,585 | $70,814 | $75,845 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -144 | -3,450 | -4,986 | -3,635 | -4,705 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,503 | $34,236 | $46,913 | $51,599 | $67,179 | $71,140 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,733 | $0 | $4,686 | $20,266 | $24,227 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 2.0T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | C300 | C400 | C63 AMG | C63 AMG S |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |||||
| Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented) | $500 | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | |||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces | $450 | |||||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,925 | $7,075 | $10,630 | $12,280 | $10,830 | $11,980 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $150 | $3,705 | $5,355 | $3,905 | $5,055 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -144 | -3,450 | -4,986 | -3,635 | -4,705 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2018 | 2015 |
| Model | Passat | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 111.8 in |
| Length | 191.6 in | 184.5 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 56.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,275 lb. | 3,418 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.3 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.0 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.1 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1400 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 30% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 49% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 53% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C400
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 49% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 53% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Wood trim | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Analog clock | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 25 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 92% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| AMG Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 53% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG S
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 53% |
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