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Cadillac CTS vs. BMW 3-Series
On this site: compare the Cadillac CTS and BMW 3-Series in terms of:
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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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- Feature Comparison
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Specifications Comparison | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 |
| 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 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | CTS | 3-Series |
| Trim | CTS-V | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $62,165 | $55,400 |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | $0 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $2,900 | |
| Competition Package | $2,500 | |
| Heated front seats | $500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | $550 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $380 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1,150 | |
| Premium Package | $2,000 | |
| Rear spoiler | $0 | |
| Recaro performance seats | $3,400 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $350 | |
| Sunroof | $1,050 | |
| Technology Package | $2,500 | |
| Unbranded 825W 16 speakers | $1,900 | |
| Wood trim | $600 | $0 |
| iPod integration | $400 | |
| Total options | $5,150 | $15,030 |
| Destination | $825 | $875 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $2,600 | $1,300 |
| Net Price | $70,740 | $72,605 |
| Lowest Net Price | CTS-V 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | $1,865 | |
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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 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | CTS | 3-Series |
| Trim | CTS-V | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Invoice | $58,124 | $51,150 |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | $0 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $2,640 | |
| Competition Package | $2,275 | |
| Heated front seats | $455 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | $500 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $345 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1,102 | |
| Premium Package | $1,820 | |
| Rear spoiler | $0 | |
| Recaro performance seats | $2,992 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $320 | |
| Sunroof | $955 | |
| Technology Package | $2,275 | |
| Unbranded 825W 16 speakers | $1,730 | |
| Wood trim | $528 | $0 |
| iPod integration | $365 | |
| Total options | $4,622 | $13,680 |
| Destination | $825 | $875 |
| Gas Tax / Credit | $2,600 | $1,300 |
| Net Invoice | $66,171 | $67,005 |
| Lowest Net Invoice | CTS-V 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | $834 | |
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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 | 2011 | 2011 |
| 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) |  |  |
| Remote window/roof operation ($50) | |  |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual ($250) | | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power ($350) | | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Rearview monitor ($200) | | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment ($50) | | |
| Cargo mat ($40) | | |
| Cargo net ($40) | | |
| Rear seat pass-through ($100) | | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| DVD-compatible player ($0) | | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles ($15) | | |
| High-definition radio ($250) | | |
| Rain-sensing wipers ($175) | | |
| Rear air vents ($100) | | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls ($150) | | |
| Residual heat ($100) | | |
| Satellite radio ($200) | | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription ($300) | |  |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar ($300) | | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation ($400) | | |
| Variable intermittent wipers ($75) | | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit ($350) | | |
| Panoramic sunroof ($1200) | | |
| Rear spoiler ($200) | | |
| Sunroof ($900) | | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Fog lights ($125) | | |
| Headlight washers ($50) | | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse ($25) | | |
| Power-folding mirrors ($50) | | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors ($25) | | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Launch control ($100) | | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim ($100) | | |
| Cooled first row ($300) | | |
| Door sill trim plates ($100) | | |
| Floormats ($75) | | |
| Manual thigh support, driver first row ($50) | | |
| Manual thigh support, passenger first row ($50) | | |
| Metal pedals ($75) | | |
| Power lumbar, driver first row ($100) | | |
| Power lumbar, passenger first row ($100) | | |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver first row ($100) | | |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger first row ($100) | | |
| Power thigh support, driver first row ($100) | | |
| Power thigh support, passenger first row ($100) | | |
| Suede inserts in seats ($0) | | |
| Upholstered instrument panel ($300) | | |
| Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total. | -$1,510 | -$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 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | CTS | 3-Series |
| Trim | CTS-V | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Net Price (from Price table) | $70,740 | $72,605 |
| Adjustment (from Feature table) | -$1,510 | -$0 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Price | $69,230 | $72,605 |
| Net Invoice (from Invoice table) | $66,171 | $67,005 |
| Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices. | -$1,412 | -$0 |
| Feature-adjusted Net Invoice | $64,759 | $67,005 |
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice | CTS-V 4dr Sedan | |
| TrueDelta Price Difference | $3,375 | |
| TrueDelta Invoice Difference | $2,246 | |
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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 include 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.
