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BMW 5-Series 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.
BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $58,345 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 | ||||
| Difference: $7,975 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $54,326 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 | ||||
| Difference: $7,954 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | C300 | C400 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $51,200 | $56,450 | $38,400 | $48,590 |
| Base Invoice | $48,295 | $53,180 | $35,712 | $45,189 |
| Driver Assistance Plus II | 1,700 | 1,700 | ||
| Driving Assistance Package | 1,800 | 1,800 | ||
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | 1,400 | 1,400 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,300 | 1,950 | 2,700 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 440 | 440 |
| Lighting Package | 1,050 | 800 | 800 | |
| Luxury Seating Package | 1,600 | 1,600 | ||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 1,000 | 1,000 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | 700 | 720 | 720 |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 500 | 500 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,690 | 2,690 | ||
| Sport Package | 2,500 | |||
| Interior Package | 2,300 | 2,300 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,800 | 2,800 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | ||
| Power trunk closer | 250 | 250 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | 380 | 380 | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | 990 | 990 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | 1,480 | ||
| Driver Assistance Plus II | 1,565 | 1,565 | ||
| Driving Assistance Package | 1,655 | 1,655 | ||
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | 1,290 | 1,290 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,115 | 1,795 | 2,511 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 530 | 530 | 409 | 409 |
| Lighting Package | 965 | 744 | 744 | |
| Luxury Seating Package | 1,470 | 1,470 | ||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 920 | 920 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 645 | 645 | 669 | 669 |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 460 | 460 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 920 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,502 | 2,502 | ||
| Sport Package | 2,325 | |||
| Interior Package | 2,139 | 2,139 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,604 | 2,604 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | ||
| Power trunk closer | 233 | 233 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | 354 | 354 | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | 921 | 921 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | 1,376 | ||
| Options (change) | 14,125 | 11,725 | 19,020 | 13,820 |
| Options (change) | 12,990 | 10,785 | 17,689 | 12,853 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $66,320 | $69,170 | $58,345 | $63,335 |
| Total Invoice | $62,280 | $64,960 | $54,326 | $58,967 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,100 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,193 | ||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | C300 | C400 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 248hp I4 | 335hp I6 | 241hp I4 | 329hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $66,320 | $69,170 | $58,345 | $63,335 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,875 | -1,375 | 0 | -1,700 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $64,445 | $67,795 | $58,345 | $61,635 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,350 | $0 | $3,290 |
| Total Invoice | $62,280 | $64,960 | $54,326 | $58,967 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,761 | -1,291 | 0 | -1,583 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $60,519 | $63,669 | $54,326 | $57,384 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,150 | $0 | $3,058 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | C300 | C400 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Low-speed semi-autonomous driving | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | ||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | ||
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Evasive maneuver assist | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Side collision intervention | $200 | $200 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | ||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | $75 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,125 | $6,625 | $5,250 | $6,950 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,875 | $1,375 | $0 | $1,700 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,761 | -1,291 | 0 | -1,583 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2017 | 2015 |
| Model | 5-Series | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 111.8 in |
| Length | 194.6 in | 184.5 in |
| Width | 73.5 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 56.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,747 lb. | 3,418 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.5 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.7 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530i
| Driver Assistance Plus II | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware | 850 | No |
| Low-speed semi-autonomous driving | 100 | No |
| Side collision prevention | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 34% |
| Total Not Requested | 1150 | 66% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Evasive maneuver assist | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 31% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 26% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 38% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540i
| Driver Assistance Plus II | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware | 850 | No |
| Low-speed semi-autonomous driving | 100 | No |
| Side collision prevention | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 34% |
| Total Not Requested | 1150 | 66% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Evasive maneuver assist | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 31% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 21% |
| Luxury Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 38% |
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% |
| Power decklid | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 940 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Analog clock | 25 | No |
| 245/40HR18 tires | 200 | No |
| 225/45HR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Metal pedals | 75 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 52% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 6% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1800 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 5% |
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% |
| Power decklid | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 940 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 6% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1800 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 5% |
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