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Volvo C30 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volvo C30 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,312

Volvo C30 Version 1.0   
Difference: $22,183

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,310

Volvo C30 Version 1.0   
Difference: $21,223

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082008201020102010
ModelC30C30M-ClassM-ClassM-Class
TrimVersion 1.0Version 2.0ML350ML550ML63 AMG
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $22,950 $25,700 $45,700 $56,750 $91,050
Base Invoice $21,573 $24,158 $42,501 $52,778 $84,676
Power front seats 900 900      
Special order charge 300 300      
Climate Package 412 412      
Navigation system 2,205 2,205      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 475 475 720 720  
Cargo cover 180 180      
Sunroof 1,200 1,200      
Center armrest(s), second row 40 40      
Automatic air recirculation 200 200      
Automatic climate control, front 250 250      
CD changer, in-dash 475 475      
Universal garage door opener 225 225      
Cargo area partition net 145 145      
Wood trim 210 210      
Trip computer 100 100      
Compass 100 100      
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 150 150      
Fog lights 295 295      
Cruise control 185 185      
Obstacle detection, rear 400 400 790 790  
Leather seating surfaces 1,200 1,200 1,750 1,750  
Xenon HID headlights 700 700      
Satellite radio 295        
Power-folding mirrors 250 250      
Proximity key 450 450      
Sport suspension (upgrade) 275        
Lighting Package     970 970  
Premium 2 Package     5,950 5,950  
Heated front seats     740    
Power front seats 774 774      
Special order charge 258 258      
Climate Package 354 354      
Navigation system 1,896 1,896      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 408 408 670 670  
Cargo cover 155 155      
Sunroof 1,032 1,032      
Center armrest(s), second row 34 34      
Automatic air recirculation 172 172      
Automatic climate control, front 215 215      
CD changer, in-dash 409 409      
Universal garage door opener 194 194      
Cargo area partition net 125 125      
Wood trim 181 181      
Trip computer 86 86      
Compass 86 86      
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 129 129      
Fog lights 254 254      
Cruise control 159 159      
Obstacle detection, rear 344 344 735 735  
Leather seating surfaces 1,032 1,032 1,628 1,628  
Xenon HID headlights 602 602      
Satellite radio 254        
Power-folding mirrors 215 215      
Proximity key 387 387      
Sport suspension (upgrade) 237        
Lighting Package     902 902  
Premium 2 Package     5,534 5,534  
Heated front seats     688    
Options (change) 11,617 11,047 10,920 10,180 0
Options (change) 9,992 9,501 10,157 9,469 0
Destination 745 745 875 875 875
Total Price $35,312 $37,492 $57,495 $67,805 $91,925
Total Invoice $32,310 $34,404 $53,533 $63,122 $85,551

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volvo C30 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volvo C30 Version 1.0
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,863
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,270
Model Year20082008201020102010
ModelC30C30M-ClassM-ClassM-Class
TrimVersion 1.0Version 2.0ML350ML550ML63 AMG
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine227hp I5227hp I5268hp V6382hp V8503hp V8
TransmissionM6M6T7T7T7
DrivetrainFWDFWDRWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)160, 8650, 10440, 12440, 12440, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17215/45-18255/50-19255/50-19295/40-20
Total Price$35,312$37,492$57,495$67,805$91,925
Adjustments for Features0-450-5,320-7,370-10,045
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,312$37,042$52,175$60,435$81,880
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,730$0$8,260$29,705
Total Invoice$32,310$34,404$53,533$63,122$85,551
Adjustments for Features0-413-4,953-6,861-9,348
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,310$33,991$48,580$56,261$76,203
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,681$0$7,681$27,623

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Features Comparison: Volvo C30 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Model Year20082008201020102010
ModelC30C30M-ClassM-ClassM-Class
TrimVersion 1.0Version 2.0ML350ML550ML63 AMG
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150   
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1200$1200$1200
FWD$0$0   
RWD  $0  
AWD   $1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100$100$100
Power liftgate  $350$350$350
Power rear side windows  $200$200$200
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power  $350$350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system  $0$0$0
Hill descent control  $250$250$250
Obstacle detection, front  $150$150$150
Rear side airbags  $300$300$300
Rearview camera  $200$200$200
Rollover sensor  $50$50$50
Trailer sway control  $25$25$25
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rails   $250$250
Cargo area rails w/tie downs  $50$50$50
Console with shifter$150$150   
Console without shifter  $150$150$150
Roof rails  $250  
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15$15$15
Rear air vents  $100$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls    $250
Residual heat  $50$50$50
Exterior 
Body kit $0   
Body kit (gray/black)$0    
Bodyside moldings  $75$75$75
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275$275$275
Rear bumper protector  $40$40$40
Rear spoiler $200   
Running boards   $350$350
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75  $75
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100$100$100
DVD-compatible player  $0$0$0
HD radio  $50$50$50
iPod integration  $100$100$100
Media drive  $15$15$15
SD Card slot  $25$25$25
Surround sound $250$250$250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200$200$200
Voice control for nav and audio  $100$100$100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock  $25$25 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror  $75$75$75
Automatic headlights  $125$125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25$25   
Chronometer    $100
Cornering lights  $50$50$50
Interior ambient lighting  $150$150 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse  $25$25$25
Steering-linked headlights  $150$150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats    $300
Door sill trim plates  $100$100$100
Leather door panel trim    $250
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50   
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50   
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150   
Metal pedals    $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $150$150$150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat  $50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50$50
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat    $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat    $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat    $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat    $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces    $0
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical    $500
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable    $1000
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100$100$100
Total Value of Features$900$1,350$6,220$8,270$10,945
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$450$5,320$7,370$10,045
Value of Feature Adjustments0-413-4,953-6,861-9,348

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Specifications Comparison: Volvo C30 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Model Year20082010
ModelC30M-Class
Body2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.9 in114.7 in
Length167.4 in188.5 in
Width70.2 in75.2 in
Height57.0 in70.1 in
Curb Weight3,202 lb.4,706 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.25.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in39.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.6 in59.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.1 in55.9 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in42.2 in
Row 2 Headroom36.4 in39.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room47.0 in59.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room41.5 in56.2 in
Row 2 Legroom33.9 in40.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
12.9 ft329.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
20.2 ft372.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Volvo C30 Version 1.0

Power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Total Requested90086%
Total Not Requested15014%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Volvo C30 Version 2.0

Power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Total Requested90086%
Total Not Requested15014%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Total Requested25063%
Total Not Requested15037%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Interior ambient lighting150No
Total Requested90086%
Total Not Requested15014%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Cornering lights50No
Total Requested55073%
Total Not Requested20027%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
HD radio50No
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat50No
Media drive, large15No
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
iPod integration100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
SD Card slot25No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Power liftgate300No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
AC power outlet100No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Total Requested172551%
Total Not Requested169049%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML550

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Total Requested25063%
Total Not Requested15037%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Interior ambient lighting150No
Total Requested90086%
Total Not Requested15014%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Cornering lights50No
Total Requested55073%
Total Not Requested20027%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
HD radio50No
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat50No
Media drive, large15No
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
iPod integration100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
SD Card slot25No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Power liftgate300No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
AC power outlet100No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Total Requested172551%
Total Not Requested169049%

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