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BMW 3-Series vs. BMW 2-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW 3-Series vs. BMW 2-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $47,495

BMW 2-Series 228i   
Difference: $1,700

Lowest Total Invoice: $44,305

BMW 2-Series 228i   
Difference: $1,630

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620162016201620152015
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series2-Series2-Series
Trim328i328d340iM3228iM235i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $38,350 $39,850 $45,800 $63,500 $32,100 $43,100
Base Invoice $35,960 $37,340 $42,815 $59,100 $30,210 $40,330
Driver Assistance Package 950 950 950   950 950
Navigation system 1,950 1,950 1,950      
Premium Package 2,450 2,450     4,050 2,150
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 550 550 550 550
Heated front seats 500 500 500      
Semi-automated parking system 500 500 500 500 500 500
Leather seating surfaces 1,450 1,450 1,450 0    
Track Handling Package 2,300   1,700   1,600  
Run-flat tire delete     0      
Executive Package       3,500    
Wood trim       0 0 0
Sunroof       0   0
Adaptive dampers - electrical       1,000    
Power front sport seats         0  
Sport Line         2,200  
Dark-colored headliner (optional)         0  
Technology Package         2,150 2,150
Cold Weather Package         700 700
Xenon HID headlights         900  
M Sport Line         800  
Driver Assistance Package 865 865 865   865 865
Navigation system 1,775 1,775 1,775      
Premium Package 2,230 2,230     3,685 1,955
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500 500 500 500 500
Heated front seats 455 455 455      
Semi-automated parking system 455 455 455 455 455 455
Leather seating surfaces 1,320 1,320 1,320 0    
Track Handling Package 2,095   1,545   1,455  
Run-flat tire delete     0      
Executive Package       3,185    
Wood trim       0 0 0
Sunroof       0   0
Adaptive dampers - electrical       910    
Power front sport seats         0  
Sport Line         2,000  
Dark-colored headliner (optional)         0  
Technology Package         1,955 1,955
Cold Weather Package         635 635
Xenon HID headlights         820  
M Sport Line         730  
Options (change) 10,650 8,350 7,600 5,550 14,400 7,000
Options (change) 9,695 7,600 6,915 5,050 13,100 6,365
Destination 995 995 995 995 995 995
Total Price $49,995 $49,195 $54,395 $70,045 $47,495 $51,095
Total Invoice $46,650 $45,935 $50,725 $65,145 $44,305 $47,690

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. BMW 2-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 2-Series 228i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,700
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,630
Model Year201620162016201620152015
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series2-Series2-Series
Trim328i328d340iM3228iM235i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine240hp I4180hp I4 D320hp I6425hp I6240hp I4320hp I6
TransmissionT8T8M6M6T8T8
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)205, 9205, 9205, 9600, 16?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18225/50-17225/45-18255/40-18225/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$49,995$49,195$54,395$70,045$47,495$51,095
Adjustments for Features-1,150-9000-1,300-900-1,100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$48,845$48,295$54,395$68,745$46,595$49,995
Cost Above Minimum$550$0$6,100$20,450$0$3,400
Total Invoice$46,650$45,935$50,725$65,145$44,305$47,690
Adjustments for Features-1,073-8400-1,209-840-1,027
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$45,577$45,095$50,725$63,936$43,465$46,663
Cost Above Minimum$482$0$5,630$18,841$0$3,198

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Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. BMW 2-Series

Model Year201620162016201620152015
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series2-Series2-Series
Trim328i328d340iM3228iM235i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300  $1300$1300
6-speed manual  $150$150  
RWD$0$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100$100$100  
Heated steering wheel   $100$100$100
Power rear side windows$200$200$200$200  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
High performance brake pads (optional)$0 $0 $0$0
Tires, run-flat $150    
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50$50  
Rear seat pass-through    $100$100
Second-row low console    $100$100
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential   $500  
Engine / Motor 
Raised top speed limiter$0 $0 $0$0
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)   $25$25$25
Painted brake calipers (optional)$0 $0$0$0$0
Rear spoiler   $200 $200
Sport rocker panels (optional)   $0$0$0
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0$0$0  
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0  
Surround sound   $250  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0$0$0$0  
Cornering lights   $50$50$50
Fog lights$125$125$125   
Head-up display (HUD)   $350  
Headlight washers   $50$50$50
LED headlights$1000$1000$1000   
Steering-linked headlights   $150$150$150
Xenon HID headlights   $500$500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50$50  
Heated second row seats   $200  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500 $500$500$500$500
Performance steering system (optional)   $0  
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 $0$0$0$0
Transmission 
Downshift rev matching   $50  
Launch control    $100$100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100  $100$100
Total Value of Features$3,325$3,075$2,175$3,475$3,075$3,275
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,150$900$0$1,300$900$1,100
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,073-8400-1,209-840-1,027

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Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. BMW 2-Series

Model Year20162015
Model3-Series2-Series
Body4dr Sedan2dr Coupe
Wheelbase110.6 in105.9 in
Length182.5 in174.7 in
Width71.3 in69.8 in
Height56.3 in55.8 in
Curb Weight3,431 lb.3,301 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.13.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.3 in40.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.1 in54.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in36.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in53.4 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in33.0 in
Cargo Volume13.0 ft313.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0Yes
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested1115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
LED headlights1000No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Total Requested170061%
Total Not Requested110039%
Track Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Performance braking system (optional)250No
Painted brake calipers (optional)0Yes
High performance brake pads (optional)0No
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Raised top speed limiter0No
225/45YR18 tires200No
255/40YR18 tires200No
Total Requested75054%
Total Not Requested65046%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0Yes
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested1115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
LED headlights1000No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Total Requested170061%
Total Not Requested110039%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 340i

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0Yes
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested1115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Track Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Performance braking system (optional)250No
Painted brake calipers (optional)0Yes
High performance brake pads (optional)0No
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Raised top speed limiter0No
225/45YR18 tires200No
255/40YR18 tires200No
Total Requested75054%
Total Not Requested65046%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3

Executive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Headlight washers50Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested75058%
Total Not Requested55042%

Option Package Details
BMW 2-Series 228i

Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250Yes
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 seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested408099%
Total Not Requested251%
Power front sport seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Raised top speed limiter0No
Aluminum trim100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
225/40YR18 tires200No
245/35YR18 tires200No
Total Requested35041%
Total Not Requested50059%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Total Requested1115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Track Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Performance braking system (optional)250No
225/40YR18 tires200No
Painted brake calipers (optional)0Yes
High performance brake pads (optional)0No
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
245/35YR18 tires200No
Total Requested75054%
Total Not Requested65046%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
M Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Sport rocker panels (optional)0Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Total Requested0100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
BMW 2-Series M235i

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Total Requested1115100%
Total Not Requested00%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250Yes
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
Total Requested223099%
Total Not Requested251%

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