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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: $35,662

Volvo C30 Version 1.0   
Difference: $22,928

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,611

Volvo C30 Version 1.0   
Difference: $21,943

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082008201320132013
ModelC30C30M-ClassM-ClassM-Class
TrimVersion 1.0Version 2.0ML350ML550ML63 AMG
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $22,950 $25,700 $47,270 $58,800 $96,100
Base Invoice $21,573 $24,158 $43,961 $54,684 $89,373
Power front seats 900 900      
Special order charge 300 300 250 250  
Climate Package 412 412      
Navigation system 2,205 2,205      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 475 475 720 720  
Rear spoiler 200        
Sunroof 1,200 1,200      
Wood trim 210 210      
CD changer, in-dash 475 475      
Center armrest(s), second row 40 40      
Automatic air recirculation 200 200      
Automatic climate control, front 250 250      
Universal garage door opener 225 225      
Cargo area partition net 145 145      
Trip computer 100 100      
Compass 100 100      
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 150 150      
Cruise control 185 185      
Cargo cover 180 180      
Proximity key 450 450 650 650  
Obstacle detection, rear 400 400 970 970  
Leather seating surfaces 1,200 1,200 1,620 1,620  
Xenon HID headlights 700 700      
Satellite radio 295        
Blind spot warning system 695 695      
Sport suspension (upgrade) 275        
Lighting Package     1,290 1,290  
Premium 1 Package     3,700 3,700  
Lane departure warning     850 850  
Memory system, passenger seat     365 365  
Power front seats 774 774      
Special order charge 258 258 233 233  
Climate Package 354 354      
Navigation system 1,896 1,896      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 408 408 670 670  
Rear spoiler 172        
Sunroof 1,032 1,032      
Wood trim 181 181      
CD changer, in-dash 409 409      
Center armrest(s), second row 34 34      
Automatic air recirculation 172 172      
Automatic climate control, front 215 215      
Universal garage door opener 194 194      
Cargo area partition net 125 125      
Trip computer 86 86      
Compass 86 86      
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 129 129      
Cruise control 159 159      
Cargo cover 155 155      
Proximity key 387 387 605 605  
Obstacle detection, rear 344 344 902 902  
Leather seating surfaces 1,032 1,032 1,507 1,507  
Xenon HID headlights 602 602      
Satellite radio 254        
Blind spot warning system 598 598      
Sport suspension (upgrade) 237        
Lighting Package     1,200 1,200  
Premium 1 Package     3,441 3,441  
Lane departure warning     791 791  
Memory system, passenger seat     339 339  
Options (change) 11,967 11,197 10,415 10,415 0
Options (change) 10,293 9,630 9,688 9,688 0
Destination 745 745 905 905 905
Total Price $35,662 $37,642 $58,590 $70,120 $97,005
Total Invoice $32,611 $34,533 $54,554 $65,277 $90,278

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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: $16,658
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,105
Model Year20082008201320132013
ModelC30C30M-ClassM-ClassM-Class
TrimVersion 1.0Version 2.0ML350ML550ML63 AMG
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine227hp I5227hp I5302hp V6402hp V8518hp V8
TransmissionM6M6T7T7T7
DrivetrainFWDFWDRWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)160, 8650, 10?, 8?, 8830, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17215/45-18255/50-19255/50-19265/45-20
Total Price$35,662$37,642$58,590$70,120$97,005
Adjustments for Features0-250-6,270-8,620-12,645
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,662$37,392$52,320$61,500$84,360
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,730$0$9,180$32,040
Total Invoice$32,611$34,533$54,554$65,277$90,278
Adjustments for Features0-229-5,838-8,025-11,768
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,611$34,304$48,716$57,252$78,510
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,693$0$8,536$29,794

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

Model Year20082008201320132013
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
Remote app  $25$25$25
Semi-automated parking system  $500$500$500
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power  $350$350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Driver drowsiness monitor  $150$150$150
Forward collision warning  $200$200$200
Hill descent control  $250$250$250
Knee airbag, driver  $75$75$75
Lane departure warning  $200$200$200
Obstacle detection, front  $150$150$150
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system  $0$0$0
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$250
Console with shifter$150$150   
Console without shifter  $150$150$150
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  $0
Body kit (gray/black)$0    
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275$275$275
Rear bumper protector  $40$40$40
Running boards   $350 
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75   
Infotainment 
App support  $0$0$0
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100$100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325$325  $325
CD player  $125$125 
DVD-compatible player  $0$0$0
HD radio  $50$50$50
In-vehicle Internet  $150$150$150
Media drive  $15$15$15
SD Card slot  $25$25$25
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25$25$25
Surround sound $250  $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225$225$225
Traffic + travel information  $25$25$25
Traffic information$25$25   
USB port  $25$25$25
Voice control for external devices  $0$0$0
Voice control for nav and audio  $100$100$100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror  $75$75$75
Auto-dimming headlights  $200$200$200
Automatic headlights  $125$125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25$25   
Chronometer    $100
Interior ambient lighting, configurable    $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 
Illuminated door sill trim plates    $200
Leather door panel trim    $250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50   
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50   
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
Synthetic suede steering wheel    $150
Upholstered instrument panel   $300 
Upholstered instrument panel, leather    $1000
Wood trim$300$300  $300
Wood trim, alternative type  $300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars    $500
Adaptive dampers - electrical    $500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical  $100$100 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable    $1000
Electronic systems calibration selector    $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100$100$100
Total Value of Features$1,550$1,800$7,820$10,170$14,195
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$250$6,270$8,620$12,645
Value of Feature Adjustments0-229-5,838-8,025-11,768

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

Model Year20082013
ModelC30M-Class
Body2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.9 in114.8 in
Length167.4 in189.1 in
Width70.2 in75.2 in
Height57.0 in70.7 in
Curb Weight3,202 lb.4,752 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.24.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.6 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.3 in40.3 in
Row 2 Headroom36.4 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room47.0 in58.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room41.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.9 in38.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
12.9 ft336.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
20.2 ft371.0 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 seat150Yes
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 Requested1050100%
Total Not Requested00%
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 seat150Yes
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 Requested1050100%
Total Not Requested00%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350

Lane departure warning system
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Memory system, passenger seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Total Requested15043%
Total Not Requested20057%
Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested25028%
Total Not Requested65072%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Wood trim, alternative type300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested55061%
Total Not Requested35039%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
AC power outlet100No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
iPod integration100No
Voice control for external devices0No
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested120058%
Total Not Requested86542%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML550

Lane departure warning system
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Memory system, passenger seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Total Requested15043%
Total Not Requested20057%
Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested25028%
Total Not Requested65072%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Wood trim, alternative type300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested55061%
Total Not Requested35039%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
AC power outlet100No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
iPod integration100No
Voice control for external devices0No
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested120058%
Total Not Requested86542%

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