How pricing and fees work here
We sell new, used and certified pre-owned Mercedes-Benz, and the number you pay is built from parts that do not all come from the same place. The factory’s starting price, our own charges and the charges Texas sets each follow a different rule. We quote the full number on the specific car, and we keep what the dealer sets apart from what Texas requires.
Keep reading below, then schedule a test drive in Austin. Bringing your own numbers to the lot settles this faster than any spec sheet.
How does pricing work at Mercedes-Benz of South Austin?
We sell new, used and certified pre-owned Mercedes-Benz. Customers give us a 4.6-star Google rating across 830 reviews, 737 of them five star.
Our new range runs from the CLA, GLA and GLB through the C-Class, E-Class, GLE and S-Class to the G-Class, with the electric EQ models and the Sprinter van. Used and certified pre-owned cars are priced the same way, at market pricing, with the price and terms quoted on the specific car.
In a July 2026 Google review, Lucy wrote: “Jose Boscan was wonderful to work with! He kept me updated throughout the entire repair process and explained everything clearly along the way so I always knew what was going on with my car. He was professional, patient, and very kind, which made the whole experience easy from start to finish. Thank you Jose for all of your help!”
A price you can check line by line is the one you can plan around. When the number is built on the car you are actually buying, you know what to compare before you arrive.
What does a Mercedes-Benz MSRP include, and what does it leave out?
MSRP is the factory’s suggested starting price for a model. It leaves out destination freight, tax, title, license and dealer fees, so it is the starting point of your price, never the full number you pay.
The 2026 C 300 Sedan starts at $49,650 (Mercedes-Benz, 2026) before any of the charges that follow. Those charges are added on top of that figure, which is why we quote the full number on the specific car you want rather than the starting figure alone.
When you compare quotes, start from the MSRP and then check each line that was added. A quote that shows the starting price, the state’s charges and our own fees separately is one you can verify.
Why do Texas Mercedes-Benz dealers charge a documentation fee?
Texas dealers charge a documentation fee for the paperwork of a sale: title and registration processing and the records a dealer must keep. It is a dealer charge, which is why it sits apart from the taxes and fees the state sets.
The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts’ Motor Vehicle Tax Guide (publication 96-254) (2026) says the vehicle inventory tax, which dealers often add as a separate line, is a property tax assessed on the dealer. The purchaser does not pay it directly, and it is negotiable on the sales agreement. Because the vehicle inventory tax is not part of total consideration by statute, motor vehicle sales tax is not charged on that separate line.
So when a line appears on a quote, ask two questions. Is it the state’s charge, set by law, or the dealer’s charge, set by the dealer?
What Texas taxes and government fees apply to a Mercedes-Benz purchase?
A Texas purchase carries motor vehicle sales tax, a title application fee, registration and county fees, and an inspection fee.
The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles’ Texas Registration Fees fee chart (Fee Chart 1C), effective January 1, 2026, lists the actual local fee each county collects. For Travis County, that local fee is $11.50.
The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles’ Motor Vehicle Title Manual (TxDMV August 2026), citing Transportation Code Section 501.138, sets the title application fee at $33 for an applicant who lives in a county within a federal Clean Air Act nonattainment area or an affected county, and $28 for any other county. Travis County falls in the $33 group.
Your county of residence sets the local fee and the title fee, so check those lines on your own quote against the state’s figures.
How does a trade-in change the price at Mercedes-Benz of South Austin?
A trade gets an online valuation that applies toward the purchase. Our Get My Price tool works by license plate, VIN, or make and model, and you can also bring a trade in without an appointment.
The online offer is instant.
11 of our 423 most recent four- and five-star Google reviews describe the trade-in offer. In a May 2025 Google review, Darren J. wrote: “Just bought a Certified Pre-Owned Mercedes. Neiko (salesman) was very professional and knowledgeable and helpful. They offered a fair trade-in value and a competitive sales price. Super clean showroom and vehicles. Super nice/helpful staff who did not pressure us. Easy to buy a vehicle from them, and feel good about the deal!”
The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts (2026) puts motor vehicle sales tax at 6.25 percent of the sales price, minus any trade-in allowance. A trade lowers the amount the tax applies to.
How does financing a Mercedes-Benz at South Austin work?
Financing runs through a secure online finance application, and the terms are given on a specific car, the same as the price. Customers who financed with us describe how straightforward the process was.
24 of our 423 most recent four- and five-star Google reviews describe the finance process. In a September 2025 Google review, Anthony R. wrote: “Kirby at Merecedes of South Austin created the smoothest transaction for buying a vehicle. The finance team was very quick and they gave me top dollar for my trade in. I will do business with them again! Thank you Mercedes of South Austin!!!!!!!!”
A finance quote only means something next to the price it is built on. Ask for the terms on the same car as the price, so the monthly figure and the total number come from one deal.
Why buy from the Mercedes-Benz store on the south side of I-35?
We are a Mercedes-Benz dealership at 10900 S I-35 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX 78748, on the south side of I-35, serving Buda, Kyle, Dripping Springs and the 78748 corridor. We sell new, used and certified pre-owned Mercedes-Benz, and Group 1 Automotive stands behind us.
Our lineup includes Mercedes-AMG®, the electric EQE, EQE SUV, EQS and EQS SUV, and the Sprinter van. We also run a full service, parts and financing operation on site, so the test drive, the trade and the service visit can all happen at one address.
One customer described the sales experience this way. In a July 2025 Google review, Danny D. wrote: “Worked with Neiko Brown on purchasing my new Mercedes c300, amazing experience and he was extremely helpful in the whole process. Answered all questions I had and was very down to earth. Don’t hesitate to work with Neiko.”
Frequently asked questions
What should I ask for in a Mercedes-Benz price quote at any dealer?
Ask for the full number on the specific car, with the starting MSRP, the state’s charges and the dealer’s own fees each on its own line. A quote built that way shows you what you are paying for before you visit.
Are tax, title and license included in a Mercedes-Benz advertised price?
No. The starting MSRP leaves out destination freight, tax, title, license and dealer fees. We quote the full number on the specific car so those charges are visible before you come in.
Does Mercedes-Benz of South Austin offer online financing?
Yes. You can start with our secure online finance application before you visit, and the terms come on the specific car you are considering.
How do I find out what my trade-in is worth at Mercedes-Benz of South Austin?
Use our Get My Price tool, which works by license plate, VIN, or make and model. The online offer is instant, and you can also bring your trade in without an appointment.
Can I buy a Mercedes-Benz online and pick it up in South Austin?
Yes. You can buy online and pick the car up at our Austin showroom at 10900 S I-35 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX 78748.
How Mercedes-Benz of South Austin quotes the full price on each car
A buyer who wants the full number explained before visiting gets it at the Mercedes-Benz store on the south side of I-35: market pricing quoted on the specific car, a trade valued online, and a secure online finance application. Our Google record is 4.6 stars across 830 reviews.
For a buyer who has already chosen the badge, the full number comes with the car, not after you sign.
Come by 10900 S I-35 Frontage Rd, Austin, TX 78748, and ask for the full price on the car you want.
Knowing the full price before you visit is what Mercedes-Benz of South Austin, on the south side of I-35, is built to give you. Start with the car you want, your trade or your finance application, and the full number comes with it.
Mercedes-Benz of South Austin answers this question against the specific vehicle in front of you rather than the model in general. Value your trade and get pre-approved online, then see us at our Austin showroom, or call 512-646-6699.
Disclaimer: Vehicle features, specifications, pricing, options, and availability may vary based on production timelines and dealership inventory; images are for illustrative purposes only. Starting MSRP figures are national and exclude destination freight charges, tax, title, license, and dealer fees. Standard and available equipment varies by trim, configuration, and model year; confirm the specification of the individual vehicle before purchase. Maximum towing and payload ratings depend on cab, bed, drivetrain, and equipment configuration; see the vehicle’s Owner’s Manual and trailering guide for limits. Electric range and charging times vary with battery, configuration, temperature, terrain, load, and driving habits. Safety or driver assistance features are no substitute for the driver’s responsibility to operate the vehicle in a safe manner. Financing and pre-approval are subject to credit approval. Contact Mercedes-Benz of South Austin for complete details regarding current vehicle inventory, pricing, and equipment.
