2014/2015 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Thread
07-29-14, 09:58 AM
#618
2015 Mercedes C-Class pricing announced (US)
Goes on sale in September
Mercedes has announced the 2015 C-Class will be priced from $38,400 in the United States.
Set to go on sale in September, the redesigned sedan will come nicely equipped with power front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control and a COMAND infotainment system with a seven-inch display.
A variety of options will be available including a heads-up display, heated front seats, a panoramic sunroof and an AIRMATIC air suspension. There will also be an assortment of packages including an Interior Package that adds leather upholstery, ventilated front seats and ambient lighting. The Sport Package, on the other hand, adds an AMG body kit, a sport-tuned suspension and 18-inch AMG alloy wheels.
The entry-level C300 features a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 241 bhp (179 kW) and 273 lb-ft (369 Nm) torque. It is connected to a 7G-TRONIC PLUS transmission which can be paired to optional 4MATIC all-wheel drive system for additional $2,000.
If that isn't powerful enough, the $48,590 C400 4MATIC has a twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 engine that develops 329 bhp (245 kW) and 354 lb-ft (479 Nm) of torque.
Note: Prices exclude a $925 delivery & destination charge
Mercedes has announced the 2015 C-Class will be priced from $38,400 in the United States.
Set to go on sale in September, the redesigned sedan will come nicely equipped with power front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control and a COMAND infotainment system with a seven-inch display.
A variety of options will be available including a heads-up display, heated front seats, a panoramic sunroof and an AIRMATIC air suspension. There will also be an assortment of packages including an Interior Package that adds leather upholstery, ventilated front seats and ambient lighting. The Sport Package, on the other hand, adds an AMG body kit, a sport-tuned suspension and 18-inch AMG alloy wheels.
The entry-level C300 features a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 241 bhp (179 kW) and 273 lb-ft (369 Nm) torque. It is connected to a 7G-TRONIC PLUS transmission which can be paired to optional 4MATIC all-wheel drive system for additional $2,000.
If that isn't powerful enough, the $48,590 C400 4MATIC has a twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 engine that develops 329 bhp (245 kW) and 354 lb-ft (479 Nm) of torque.
Note: Prices exclude a $925 delivery & destination charge
07-29-14, 01:11 PM
#620
To be clear, the $38,400 number is for RWD models which won't even be available here until 2015. All of the first allocations will be 4MATIC models, which start at $41,325 (C300) and $49,515 (C350).
Wise of Mercedes to hit the "gotta have it first" crowd with higher prices, because they likely know they'll be lost cost conscious than someone who is truly cross shopping with A4, 3 Series, IS, etc.
I personally think this car is pretty expensive compared to it's class, but perhaps Mercedes is happy with that considering the success of the CLA.
Wise of Mercedes to hit the "gotta have it first" crowd with higher prices, because they likely know they'll be lost cost conscious than someone who is truly cross shopping with A4, 3 Series, IS, etc.
I personally think this car is pretty expensive compared to it's class, but perhaps Mercedes is happy with that considering the success of the CLA.
07-29-14, 01:51 PM
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To be clear, the $38,400 number is for RWD models which won't even be available here until 2015. All of the first allocations will be 4MATIC models, which start at $41,325 (C300) and $49,515 (C350).
Wise of Mercedes to hit the "gotta have it first" crowd with higher prices, because they likely know they'll be lost cost conscious than someone who is truly cross shopping with A4, 3 Series, IS, etc.
I personally think this car is pretty expensive compared to it's class, but perhaps Mercedes is happy with that considering the success of the CLA.
Wise of Mercedes to hit the "gotta have it first" crowd with higher prices, because they likely know they'll be lost cost conscious than someone who is truly cross shopping with A4, 3 Series, IS, etc.
I personally think this car is pretty expensive compared to it's class, but perhaps Mercedes is happy with that considering the success of the CLA.
07-29-14, 02:46 PM
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To be clear, the $38,400 number is for RWD models which won't even be available here until 2015. All of the first allocations will be 4MATIC models, which start at $41,325 (C300) and $49,515 (C350).
Wise of Mercedes to hit the "gotta have it first" crowd with higher prices, because they likely know they'll be lost cost conscious than someone who is truly cross shopping with A4, 3 Series, IS, etc.
I personally think this car is pretty expensive compared to it's class, but perhaps Mercedes is happy with that considering the success of the CLA.
Wise of Mercedes to hit the "gotta have it first" crowd with higher prices, because they likely know they'll be lost cost conscious than someone who is truly cross shopping with A4, 3 Series, IS, etc.
I personally think this car is pretty expensive compared to it's class, but perhaps Mercedes is happy with that considering the success of the CLA.
07-29-14, 03:40 PM
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I think its a good move. Those that just want a Tri-Star badge will buy a CLA. Those that are not fooled by that stylish entry level will spare no expense getting into a proper core RWD Benz which looks to have the luxury to back up it's premium price tag.
07-29-14, 09:14 PM
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Sigh, this car as configured in my dreams pushes past 50K, even for the C300 RWD model. Itching to get rid of my current W204 for this but it looks like I will have to pay a pretty penny.
On the flip side, the GLA pricing was also announced today and it starts at less than 32K for the FWD, 34K for the 4matic, which are low numbers.
On the flip side, the GLA pricing was also announced today and it starts at less than 32K for the FWD, 34K for the 4matic, which are low numbers.
07-29-14, 11:12 PM
#626
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Mercedes is clearly trying to position themselves just a smidge above the competition with this model (and presumably the next E-class). It's pricing structure seems to be mirroring the S-class in relation to its competitors, albeit on a smaller scale.
07-30-14, 12:36 AM
#627
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It's not wise of MBZ to price it high, it's pure greed. Hiding the base 2WD models in the beginning is a bold and obvious move to sucker in those who can't wait. If that's the case, let the fools pay top dollar.
This type of marketing makes me ill. It is also bad for everyone else in the world because it helps break down affordable pricing and forces society to accept higher creeping prices. Soon enough, this class of cars will have risen their base prices yet another few thousand and we'll all be in the $40's for base models. Where does it end!? And I don't buy the baby CLA taking the place of what was once the C class. It will take 10 years for the baby CLA to gain respect. In the meantime, everyone will be overpaying and the competitors will follow suit. We all lose.
This type of marketing makes me ill. It is also bad for everyone else in the world because it helps break down affordable pricing and forces society to accept higher creeping prices. Soon enough, this class of cars will have risen their base prices yet another few thousand and we'll all be in the $40's for base models. Where does it end!? And I don't buy the baby CLA taking the place of what was once the C class. It will take 10 years for the baby CLA to gain respect. In the meantime, everyone will be overpaying and the competitors will follow suit. We all lose.
07-30-14, 01:07 AM
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It's not wise of MBZ to price it high, it's pure greed. Hiding the base 2WD models in the beginning is a bold and obvious move to sucker in those who can't wait. If that's the case, let the fools pay top dollar.
This type of marketing makes me ill. It is also bad for everyone else in the world because it helps break down affordable pricing and forces society to accept higher creeping prices. Soon enough, this class of cars will have risen their base prices yet another few thousand and we'll all be in the $40's for base models. Where does it end!? And I don't buy the baby CLA taking the place of what was once the C class. It will take 10 years for the baby CLA to gain respect. In the meantime, everyone will be overpaying and the competitors will follow suit. We all lose.
This type of marketing makes me ill. It is also bad for everyone else in the world because it helps break down affordable pricing and forces society to accept higher creeping prices. Soon enough, this class of cars will have risen their base prices yet another few thousand and we'll all be in the $40's for base models. Where does it end!? And I don't buy the baby CLA taking the place of what was once the C class. It will take 10 years for the baby CLA to gain respect. In the meantime, everyone will be overpaying and the competitors will follow suit. We all lose.
07-30-14, 04:44 AM
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because other car makers price based on altruism. 
don't like it, don't buy it. if enough agree with you, it will fail.
i believe purchase 'prices' for luxury cars have become largely irrelevant anyway as most are leased.
don't like it, don't buy it. if enough agree with you, it will fail.
i believe purchase 'prices' for luxury cars have become largely irrelevant anyway as most are leased.
07-30-14, 06:14 AM
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People on this forum like to complain about today's entry level luxury cars not being nice enough. Well look, MB has responded with a nicer car. Its only natural if it grows in size, features, power, improved materials etc that price would go up. However if the price went up and the car got worse peoples would have legitimate gripes.
