BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class Price Comparison
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For the BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the X3 vs. M-Class Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the X3 and M-Class will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the BMW X3 xDrive35i's price is $14,895 lower than the Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML550's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW X3 xDrive35i | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 14,895 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 14,251 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | X3 | M-Class |
| Trim | xDrive35i | ML550 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 300hp I6 | 382hp V8 |
| Transmission | T8 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/26 MPG | 13/18 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 205, 12 | 440, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/50-18 | 255/55-18 |
| Total Price | 51,665 | 67,710 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,150 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 51,665 | 66,560 |
| Total Invoice | 47,710 | 63,032 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,071 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 47,710 | 61,961 |
Invoice Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
Price Comparison (MSRP): BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-ClassThe 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.
| Lowest Total Price: BMW X3 xDrive35i | ||
| Difference: 16,045 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: BMW X3 xDrive35i | ||
| Difference: 15,322 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | X3 | M-Class |
| Trim | xDrive35i | ML550 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | 41,050 | 55,800 |
| Base Invoice | 37,965 | 51,894 |
| Convenience Package | 1,150 | |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | |
| Premium Package | 3,450 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 720 |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 190 | |
| Roof rails | 250 | |
| Rearview camera | 400 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,995 | |
| Premium II Package | 6,600 | |
| Lighting Package | 950 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 770 | |
| Convenience Package | 0 | |
| Navigation system | 0 | |
| Premium Package | 0 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 0 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | |
| Heated front seats | 0 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 0 | |
| Roof rails | 0 | |
| Rearview camera | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 0 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,855 | |
| Premium II Package | 6,138 | |
| Lighting Package | 884 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 716 | |
| Total options | 9,740 | 11,035 |
| Total options | 8,870 | 10,263 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | 51,665 | 67,710 |
| Total Invoice | 47,710 | 63,032 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the BMW X3
| Price of the BMW X3: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Very expensive for few features. It will quickly be overtaken by other entrants who have leather, auto tailgates, fold up mirrors, bluetooth, cameras, etc. for less money than the base X3. Lose the metal key please. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Expensive for what you get, particularly when compared to other vehicles. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD | I believe the pricing is about 10% too high, especially when one considers adding options... also the dealer seems to have less margin to deal then other competitors (Lexus,Acura...etc...) |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD | The base price is reasonable, but adding options quickly pushes the price north of $45K. Depreciation has been very high, mainly because of it being an SUV having to battle high gas prices. |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD | The Ultimate Bank Account Drain |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD | insanely expensive 20K more than Vue |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Price of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Bought used 4 years ago, very inexpensively with 23k miles on it. Put $1800 into repairs over 130k miles, mostly minor things like sensors, oil leaks, etc |
| Price of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD | There is always a premium to drive a MB. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD | Its a Mercedes-Benz so one has to pay for the brand name. Its an expensive vehicle, but not out of reach. |
| 2002 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 5.0L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range | too expensive |
Features Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | X3 | M-Class |
| Trim | xDrive35i | ML550 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake-initiated collision preparation system | $100 | |
| Compact spare tire | $75 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $100 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Running boards | $350 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $25 | |
| Cornering lights | $25 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,440 | $7,590 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,150 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,071 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | X3 | M-Class |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 114.7 in |
| Length | 183.0 in | 188.5 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 75.2 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 70.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,222 lb. | 4,795 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 25.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.7 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 59.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 39.9 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.1 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 59.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.8 in | 40.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.6 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.3 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
xDrive35i
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Cargo area partition net | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 640 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 16% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 350 | Yes |
| Voice control for infotainment system | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 50 | Yes |
| Media hard drive | 100 | Yes |
| Text-to-speech reader | 50 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 8% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Cargo area rails / tracks w/tie downs | 50 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 1340 | 45% |
Option Package Details
ML550
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest, driver | 50 | No |
| Power headrest, passenger | 50 | No |
| Power lumbar, 4-way, passenger | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Keyless access and ignition | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview monitor | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 300 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information system | 50 | Yes |
| High-definition radio | 100 | Yes |
| Media hard drive | 100 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 150 | Yes |
| Digital media reader | 25 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 3200 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 1075 | 25% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 10% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about BMW X3 Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the BMW X3: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
ZERO defects in material and workmanship from delivery to its current 20,800 miles. The car is simply perfect, every seam straight, every screw tight. Not a rattle or squeak to be heard. |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Good fit and finish. Heavy doors and tailgate. Seats fold down and up securely. Seats are smooth and tight. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 260-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Materials are plain but substantive. Exception would be cheap cup holder and storage compartment between front seats - cheap cheap |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 184-horsepower 2.5L I6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Modern design, proven technologies, well built. |
| 2004 | 4dr SUV 225-horsepower 3.0L I6 6-speed manual AWD |
top quality finishes |
What Our Members Are Saying about Mercedes-Benz M-Class Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Incredible attention to detail. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The materials used in this ML320 are of the highest quality and the workmanship shows a dedication to detail. This speaks well of the folks in Alabama who put it together. |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Solid, quality built outside and in. |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 302-horsepower 5.0L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The quality of interior materials is high, as is the quality of assembly. |
| 2003 | 4dr SUV 232-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Well built. |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Even mechanic stated that he is seeing more and more major repairs due to faulty engine parts and poor workmanship |
