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Cadillac CTS vs. BMW 3-Series
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On this page: The Internet's most balanced and thorough car price and features comparison between the Cadillac CTS and BMW 3-Series. Including:
- Price Comparison
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Specifications Comparison | ||
|---|---|---|
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | CTS | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.4 | 108.7 |
| Length | 191.6 | 178.2 |
| Width | 72.5 | 71.5 |
| Height | 58.0 | 55.9 |
| Curb Weight | 4255 | 3693 |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 | 15.9 |
| R1 Headroom | 38.8 | 37.4 |
| R1 Shoulder Room | 56.7 | 55.4 |
| R1 Hip Room | 55.1 | |
| R1 Legroom | 42.4 | 41.5 |
| R2 Headroom | 37.2 | 37.1 |
| R2 Shoulder Room | 54.7 | 55.1 |
| R2 Hip Room | 54.1 | |
| R2 Legroom | 35.9 | 34.6 |
| Cargo Volume | 13.6 | 12.0 |
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : Cadillac CTS vs. BMW 3-SeriesThe 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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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | CTS | 3-Series |
| Trim | CTS-V | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $60,720 | $54,850 |
| 245/35ZR19 | $1,200 | |
| 6-spd shiftable automatic | $0 | |
| 7-spd automated manual | $2,900 | |
| Heated front seats | $500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | $550 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $380 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $900 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $800 | |
| Premium Package | $2,000 | |
| Rear spoiler | $0 | |
| Recaro performance seats | $3,400 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $350 | |
| Sunroof | $1,050 | |
| Technology Package | $3,250 | |
| Unbranded 825W 16 speakers | $1,900 | |
| Wood trim | $600 | $0 |
| iPod integration | $400 | |
| Total options | $5,700 | $14,480 |
| Destination | $825 | $825 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $2,600 | $1,300 |
| Net Price | $69,845 | $71,455 |
| Lowest Net Price | CTS-V 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | $1,610 | |
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Invoice Comparison : Cadillac CTS vs. BMW 3-SeriesDealer cost before holdback, bonuses, advertising fees, and such. Also before adjusting for remaining feature differences.Models that are not in demand can often be purchased at or a few hundred dollars over these prices. | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | CTS | 3-Series |
| Trim | CTS-V | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Invoice | $56,470 | $50,640 |
| 245/35ZR19 | $1,090 | |
| 6-spd shiftable automatic | $0 | |
| 7-spd automated manual | $2,640 | |
| Heated front seats | $455 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | $500 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $345 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $792 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $704 | |
| Premium Package | $1,820 | |
| Rear spoiler | $0 | |
| Recaro performance seats | $2,992 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $320 | |
| Sunroof | $995 | |
| Technology Package | $2,960 | |
| Unbranded 825W 16 speakers | $1,730 | |
| Wood trim | $528 | $0 |
| iPod integration | $365 | |
| Total options | $5,016 | $13,220 |
| Destination | $825 | $825 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $2,600 | $1,300 |
| Net Invoice | $64,911 | $65,985 |
| Lowest Net Invoice | CTS-V 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | $1,074 | |
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Feature Comparison : Cadillac CTS vs. BMW 3-SeriesAdjusts for unshared features -- values in parentheses These are features on some but not all of the displayed trim lines.In parentheses are the values assigned to these features by TrueDelta or, optionally, by you. | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | CTS | 3-Series |
| Trim | CTS-V | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 556hp V8 | 414hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 ($1100) | S7 ($1200) |
| Drivetrain | RWD ($0) | RWD ($0) |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City / Highway) | 12 / 18 | 14 / 20 |
| Tires (rear if not equal) | 285/35-19 | 265/35-19 |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 10 | 825, 16 |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote start ($150) | Package | Not incl. |
| Remote window/roof operation ($50) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual ($250) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power ($350) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment ($50) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Cargo mat ($40) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Cargo net ($40) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Rear seat pass-through ($100) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Automatic air recirculation ($100) | Not incl. | Standard |
| DVD-compatible player ($0) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles ($15) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Media hard drive ($200) | Standard | Not incl. |
| OnStar ($300) | Not incl. | Package |
| OnStar with navigation ($400) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Rain-sensing wipers ($175) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Rear air vents ($100) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Rear air vents with manual controls ($150) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Residual heat ($100) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Satellite radio ($200) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription ($300) | Not incl. | Option |
| Variable intermittent wipers ($75) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit ($350) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Panoramic sunroof ($1200) | Option | Not incl. |
| Rear spoiler ($200) | Not incl. | Option |
| Sunroof ($900) | Not incl. | Option |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Headlight washers ($50) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse ($25) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Power-folding mirrors ($50) | Not incl. | Package |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors ($25) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Powertrain | ||
| Launch control ($100) | Not incl. | Package |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls ($100) | Package | Not incl. |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim ($100) | Not incl. | Package |
| Cooled first row ($300) | Package | Not incl. |
| Door sill trim plates ($100) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Floormats ($75) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Manual thigh support, driver first row ($50) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Manual thigh support, passenger first row ($50) | Not incl. | Standard |
| Metal pedals ($75) | Package | Not incl. |
| Power lumbar, driver first row ($100) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Power lumbar, passenger first row ($100) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver first row ($100) | Package | Not incl. |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger first row ($100) | Package | Not incl. |
| Power thigh support, driver first row ($100) | Package | Not incl. |
| Power thigh support, passenger first row ($100) | Package | Not incl. |
| Suede inserts in seats ($0) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Upholstered instrument panel ($300) | Standard | Not incl. |
| Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total. | -$1,635 | -$0 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison : Cadillac CTS vs. BMW 3-SeriesThese are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison. | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | CTS | 3-Series |
| Trim | CTS-V | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Net Price (from Price table) | $69,845 | $71,455 |
| Adjustment (from Feature table) | -$1,635 | -$0 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Price | $68,210 | $71,455 |
| Net Invoice (from Invoice table) | $64,911 | $65,985 |
| Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices. | -$1,520 | -$0 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Invoice | $63,391 | $65,985 |
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice | CTS-V 4dr Sedan | |
| TrueDelta Price Difference | $3,245 | |
| TrueDelta Invoice Difference | $2,594 | |
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Notes
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
The "TrueDelta Value Comparison" figures optionally include rebates available to the general public in the Chicago area (e.g. they include bonuses from finance subsidiaries but not those for current owners or the military) and adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players.
Usually the base prices, options, and packages you see here match those on the window stickers. However, in some cases these have been restructured to simplify the database and calculations. These modifictions have no impact on the "total" and "net" figures.
Writers: Please acknowledge TrueDelta.com when using these figures.
