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BMW 1-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW 1-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $42,745

BMW 1-Series 128i   
Difference: $935

Lowest Total Invoice: $39,475

BMW 1-Series 128i   
Difference: $1,212

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201220162016
Model1-Series1-SeriesCLACLA
Trim128i135iCLA250AMG CLA45
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $31,200 $39,300 $32,050 $49,500
Base Invoice $28,885 $36,335 $29,807 $46,035
BMW Assist 650 650    
Premium Package 3,400 1,750 2,400 2,400
Navigation system 2,150 2,150    
Sport Package 1,300      
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls 100      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 720 720
Proximity key 500 500    
Heated front seats 500 500    
Xenon HID headlights 900   850  
App support 250 250    
Satellite radio - one year subscription 350 350    
M Sport Package   1,300    
Power passenger seat     400  
Multimedia Package     2,480 2,480
Interior Package     1,650 1,650
Sunroof, large     1,480 1,480
Sport suspension (upgrade)     100  
Wood trim     325 325
Rear spoiler     300 300
AMG Performance Seats       2,250
BMW Assist 590 590    
Premium Package 3,095 1,595 2,232 2,232
Navigation system 1,955 1,955    
Sport Package 1,185      
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls 90      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500 669 669
Proximity key 455 455    
Heated front seats 455 455    
Xenon HID headlights 820   791  
App support 230 230    
Satellite radio - one year subscription 320 320    
M Sport Package   1,185    
Power passenger seat     372  
Multimedia Package     2,306 2,306
Interior Package     1,535 1,535
Sunroof, large     1,376 1,376
Sport suspension (upgrade)     93  
Wood trim     302 302
Rear spoiler     279 279
AMG Performance Seats       2,093
Options (change) 10,650 8,000 10,705 11,605
Options (change) 9,695 7,285 9,955 10,792
Destination 895 895 925 925
Total Price $42,745 $48,195 $43,680 $62,030
Total Invoice $39,475 $44,515 $40,687 $57,752

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,350
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,848
Model Year2012201220162016
Model1-Series1-SeriesCLACLA
Trim128i135iCLA250AMG CLA45
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine230hp I6300hp I6208hp I4375hp I4
TransmissionM6M6S7S7
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)180, 8180, 8450, 12450, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/50-17215/40-18225/45-17235/40-18
Total Price$42,745$48,195$43,680$62,030
Adjustments for Features0-50-3,285-6,110
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$42,745$48,145$40,395$55,920
Cost Above Minimum$0$5,400$0$15,525
Total Invoice$39,475$44,515$40,687$57,752
Adjustments for Features0-46-3,060-5,689
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$39,475$44,469$37,627$52,063
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,994$0$14,436

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Features Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year2012201220162016
Model1-Series1-SeriesCLACLA
Trim128i135iCLA250AMG CLA45
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150  
7-speed automated manual  $1200$1200
RWD$0$0  
FWD  $0 
AWD   $1700
Accessories 
Power rear side windows  $200$200
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0  
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial  $200$200
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200$200
Driver drowsiness monitor  $150$150
Forward collision warning  $200$200
Knee airbag, driver  $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75$75
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system  $0$0
Rearview camera  $200$200
Rollover sensor  $50$50
Torque vectoring, brake-based   $100
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter$150$150 $150
Console without shifter  $150 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25
Second-row low console$100$100  
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100  
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15  
Rear air vents  $100$100
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150$150
Dual-mode exhaust   $250
Raised top speed limiter$0$0  
Exterior 
Body kit   $0
Front splitter spoiler   $200
Rear spoiler $200$200$200
Sport rocker panels (optional) $0  
Sunroof$900$900  
Sunroof, large  $1100$1100
Infotainment 
Apple CarPlay support  $100$100
In-vehicle Internet  $150$150
iPod integration$100$100  
Navigation map updates, three years  $0$0
Satellite radio  $200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250  
SD Card slot  $25$25
Surround sound  $250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225$225
Traffic + travel information  $25$25
Traffic information$25$25  
USB port  $25$25
Voice control for external devices$0$0  
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75  
Chronometer   $100
Compass$0$0  
Cornering lights$50$50  
Fog light, rear  $100$100
Fog lights$125$125  
Headlight washers $50  
Interior ambient lighting$150$150  
Interior ambient lighting, configurable  $150$150
Power-folding mirrors$50$50  
Steering-linked headlights$150$150  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100   
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50$50  
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50$50  
Memory system, passenger seat  $150$150
Metal pedals   $75
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100$100 $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100$100 $100
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat   $100
Upholstered instrument panel  $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200$200
Performance steering system (optional)   $0
Transmission 
Launch control   $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 $100$100
Total Value of Features$3,090$3,140$6,375$9,200
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$50$3,285$6,110
Value of Feature Adjustments0-46-3,060-5,689

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Specifications Comparison: BMW 1-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year20122016
Model1-SeriesCLA
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.7 in106.3 in
Length172.2 in182.3 in
Width68.8 in70.0 in
Height56.0 in56.6 in
Curb Weight3,209 lb.3,263 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.0 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.9 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.0 in56.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in40.2 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in35.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.4 in53.2 in
Row 2 Legroom32.0 in27.1 in
Cargo Volume10.0 ft313.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 128i

BMW Assist
FeatureValueRequested?
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested375100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Wood trim300Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested385597%
Total Not Requested1253%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Total Requested740100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
225/45VR17 tires200No
205/50VR17 tires200No
Special interior trim0No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested55052%
Total Not Requested50048%

Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135i

BMW Assist
FeatureValueRequested?
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested375100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Total Requested740100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Total Requested145592%
Total Not Requested1258%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250

Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
LED tail lights0No
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power passenger seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested55079%
Total Not Requested15021%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200No
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74058%
Total Not Requested52542%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested97562%
Total Not Requested60038%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Remote window/roof operation15Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested91575%
Total Not Requested30025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA45

AMG Performance Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200No
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74058%
Total Not Requested52542%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested97562%
Total Not Requested60038%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Remote window/roof operation15Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested91570%
Total Not Requested40030%

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