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Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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.
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Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,010 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn | |||||
| Difference: $18,850 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,413 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn | |||||
| Difference: $16,679 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | GTI Autobahn | C300 | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $34,095 | $40,250 | $53,400 | $66,100 | $73,700 |
| Base Invoice | $32,651 | $37,433 | $49,662 | $61,473 | $68,541 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,095 | 2,250 | 2,250 | 2,250 | |
| Premium Driver Assistance Package | 3,050 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | |
| AMG Line | 2,175 | ||||
| Leather Seating Package | 1,950 | ||||
| Parking Assist Package | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,090 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| Heated front seats | 580 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 850 | 850 | 850 | ||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 700 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | ||||
| Advanced Lighting Package | 1,050 | ||||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 942 | 2,093 | 2,093 | 2,093 | |
| Premium Driver Assistance Package | 2,837 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,046 | 2,046 | 2,046 | 2,046 | |
| AMG Line | 2,023 | ||||
| Leather Seating Package | 1,814 | ||||
| Parking Assist Package | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,014 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 930 | 930 | 930 | 930 | |
| Heated front seats | 539 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 791 | 791 | 791 | ||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 651 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | ||||
| Advanced Lighting Package | 977 | ||||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | ||||
| Options (change) | 1,095 | 13,615 | 10,430 | 10,900 | 8,110 |
| Options (change) | 942 | 12,664 | 9,702 | 10,139 | 7,544 |
| Destination | 820 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $36,010 | $54,860 | $64,825 | $77,995 | $82,805 |
| Total Invoice | $34,413 | $51,092 | $60,359 | $72,607 | $77,080 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $15,395 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,461 | |||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | GTI Autobahn | C300 | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 220hp I4 | 241hp I4 | 362hp V6 | 469hp V8 | 503hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | T9 | T9 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | ?, 5 | ?, 5 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/35-19 |
| Total Price | $36,010 | $54,860 | $64,825 | $77,995 | $82,805 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,455 | -6,105 | -5,755 | -5,655 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,010 | $51,405 | $58,720 | $72,240 | $77,150 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $7,315 | $20,835 | $25,745 |
| Total Invoice | $34,413 | $51,092 | $60,359 | $72,607 | $77,080 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,218 | -5,684 | -5,357 | -5,264 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,413 | $47,874 | $54,675 | $67,250 | $71,816 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $6,801 | $19,376 | $23,942 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | GTI Autobahn | C300 | AMG C43 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| 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 | ||||
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $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 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||
| Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented) | $500 | ||||
| Limited-slip front differential | $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 | |||||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | ||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||||
| Aux input | $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 | ||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $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 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | |||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | ||||
| LED headlights | $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 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | ||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,950 | $9,405 | $12,055 | $11,705 | $11,605 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,455 | $6,105 | $5,755 | $5,655 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,218 | -5,684 | -5,357 | -5,264 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 111.8 in |
| Length | 167.5 in | 184.5 in |
| Width | 70.8 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 56.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,964 lb. | 3,418 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.1 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.6 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.8 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 52.7 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Premium Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 2050 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 13% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| 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 | 725 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 23% |
| AMG Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 245/40HR18 tires | 200 | No |
| 225/45HR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | Yes |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Metal pedals | 75 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 46% |
| Leather Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
| Parking Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1400 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 18% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| 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 | 725 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 23% |
| Parking Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1400 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 18% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| 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 | 725 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 23% |
| Advanced Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 56% |
| 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% |
| Parking Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1400 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 18% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| 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 | 725 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 23% |
| Parking Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
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