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BMW 3-Series vs. Hyundai Sonata Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW 3-Series vs. Hyundai Sonata Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,410

Hyundai Sonata Limited   
Difference: $19,835

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,606

Hyundai Sonata Limited   
Difference: $17,664

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201220162016
Model3-Series3-SeriesSonataSonata
Trim328i335iLimitedLimited 2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $34,900 $42,400 $27,350 $34,075
Base Invoice $32,290 $39,190 $25,850 $31,933
BMW Assist 650 650    
Premium Package 3,600 1,900    
Sport Line 2,500 1,700    
Driver Assistance Package 1,100 1,100    
Technology Package 2,550 2,550    
Cold Weather Package 1,350 1,350    
Steering-linked headlights 900      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550    
Rearview camera 400 400    
Obstacle detection, rear 750 750    
App support 250 250    
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls 500 500    
Satellite radio - one year subscription 350 350    
Tech Package     3,100  
Floor mats     125 125
BMW Assist 590 590    
Premium Package 3,275 1,730    
Sport Line 2,275 1,545    
Driver Assistance Package 1,000 1,000    
Technology Package 2,320 2,320    
Cold Weather Package 1,230 1,230    
Steering-linked headlights 820      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500    
Rearview camera 365 365    
Obstacle detection, rear 685 685    
App support 230 230    
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls 475 475    
Satellite radio - one year subscription 320 320    
Tech Package     2,821  
Floor mats     100 100
Options (change) 15,450 12,050 3,225 125
Options (change) 14,085 10,990 2,921 100
Destination 895 895 835 835
Total Price $51,245 $55,345 $31,410 $35,035
Total Invoice $47,270 $51,075 $29,606 $32,868

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Hyundai Sonata

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Hyundai Sonata Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $19,565
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,415
Model Year2012201220162016
Model3-Series3-SeriesSonataSonata
Trim328i335iLimitedLimited 2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp I4300hp I6185hp I4245hp I4
TransmissionM6M6T6T6
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9400, 9400, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18225/45-18215/55-17235/45-18
Total Price$51,245$55,345$31,410$35,035
Adjustments for Features-270-2700-2,125
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$50,975$55,075$31,410$32,910
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,100$0$1,500
Total Invoice$47,270$51,075$29,606$32,868
Adjustments for Features-249-2490-1,994
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$47,021$50,826$29,606$30,874
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,805$0$1,268

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Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year2012201220162016
Model3-Series3-SeriesSonataSonata
Trim328i335iLimitedLimited 2.0T
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1100$1100
RWD$0$0  
FWD  $0$0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed   $850
Cruise control$150$150$150 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100  
Proximity trunk or liftgate opener  $125$125
Remote window/roof operation$15$15  
Sunshades, second row  $125$125
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial   $200
Automatic braking, low-speed   $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100$100
Forward collision warning   $200
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75  
Lane departure warning$200$200 $200
Obstacle detection, front$150$150  
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250 $250
Rollover sensor  $50$50
Temporary spare tire  $150$150
Tires, run-flat$150$150  
Vehicle health reports  $0$0
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50  
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100  
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15  
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175  
Rear air vents  $100$100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150  
Residual heat$50$50  
Variable intermittent wipers  $75$75
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150  
Regenerative braking$0$0  
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25$25
Panoramic sunroof  $1200$1200
Rear spoiler  $200$200
Sunroof$900$900  
Infotainment 
Android Auto support  $100$100
Apple CarPlay support  $100$100
Media drive$15$15  
Satellite radio  $200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250  
SMS text-to-speech reader$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  
Voice control for external devices$0$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75  
Auto-dimming headlights   $200
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75  
Fog lights$125$125  
Head-up display (HUD)$350$350  
Headlight washers$50$50  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25  
Power-folding mirrors$50$50  
Steering-linked headlights$150$150  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300$300
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50$50  
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50$50  
Metal pedals   $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150  
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100$100  
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)   $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0 $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100 $100
Total Value of Features$4,895$4,895$4,625$6,750
Value of Feature Adjustments$270$270$0$2,125
Value of Feature Adjustments-249-2490-1,994

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Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Hyundai Sonata

Model Year20122016
Model3-SeriesSonata
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.6 in110.4 in
Length182.5 in191.1 in
Width71.3 in73.4 in
Height56.3 in58.1 in
Curb Weight3,407 lb.3,251 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.3 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.1 in57.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in45.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in56.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in35.6 in
Cargo Volume13.0 ft316.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

BMW Assist
FeatureValueRequested?
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested25091%
Total Not Requested259%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
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
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested340089%
Total Not Requested40011%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
225/45YR18 tires400No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested45039%
Total Not Requested70061%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested72567%
Total Not Requested36533%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Folding second row seats300Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50No
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150No
Total Requested80080%
Total Not Requested20020%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

BMW Assist
FeatureValueRequested?
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested25091%
Total Not Requested259%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
225/45YR18 tires400No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested45039%
Total Not Requested70061%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested72567%
Total Not Requested36533%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested135087%
Total Not Requested20013%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Folding second row seats300Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50No
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150No
Total Requested80080%
Total Not Requested20020%

Option Package Details
Hyundai Sonata Limited

Tech Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Surround sound250No
Panoramic sunroof300No
Rear reading lights0No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Infinity, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Upgraded instruments0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
App support0Yes
Apple CarPlay support100No
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested160052%
Total Not Requested145048%

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