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BMW 3-Series vs. Lexus ES Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW 3-Series vs. Lexus ES Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $46,815

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $825

Lowest Total Invoice: $43,180

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $1,332

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112011201120152015
Model3-Series3-Series3-SeriesESES
Trim328i335i335d350300h
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $34,600 $42,050 $44,150 $37,700 $40,580
Base Invoice $32,030 $38,885 $40,820 $35,314 $38,013
Premium Package 2,650 2,650 2,650    
Navigation system 2,100 2,100 2,100    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 550    
Heated steering wheel 190 190 190 450 450
Heated front seats 500 500 500    
Adaptive cruise control 2,400 2,400 2,400 1,500 1,500
App support 250 250 250    
Satellite radio - one year subscription 350 350 350    
Convenience Package 2,350 1,800 1,800    
iPod integration   400 400    
Navigation Package       1,795 1,795
Obstacle detection, rear       500 500
Rain-sensing wipers       155 155
Ultra Luxury Package       2,935 2,435
Xenon HID headlights       565 565
Alloy wheels, optional design       110  
Power trunk closer       400 400
Blind spot warning system       500 500
Cargo mat       105 105
Premium Package 2,410 2,410 2,410    
Navigation system 1,910 1,910 1,910    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500 500    
Heated steering wheel 175 175 175 416 416
Heated front seats 455 455 455    
Adaptive cruise control 2,135 2,135 2,135 1,380 1,380
App support 230 230 230    
Satellite radio - one year subscription 320 320 320    
Convenience Package 2,140 1,640 1,640    
iPod integration   365 365    
Navigation Package       1,660 1,660
Obstacle detection, rear       460 460
Rain-sensing wipers       144 144
Ultra Luxury Package       2,699 2,239
Xenon HID headlights       521 521
Alloy wheels, optional design       100  
Power trunk closer       368 368
Blind spot warning system       460 460
Cargo mat       65 65
Options (change) 11,340 11,190 11,190 9,015 8,405
Options (change) 10,275 10,140 10,140 8,273 7,713
Destination 875 875 875 925 925
Total Price $46,815 $54,115 $56,215 $47,640 $49,910
Total Invoice $43,180 $49,900 $51,835 $44,512 $46,651

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Lexus ES

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lexus ES 350
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,435
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,726
Model Year20112011201120152015
Model3-Series3-Series3-SeriesESES
Trim328i335i335d350300h
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine230hp I6300hp I6265hp I6 D268hp V6156hp I4 H
TransmissionT6M6T6T6CVT-6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)180, 8180, 8180, 8?, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/45-17225/45-17215/55-17215/55-17
Total Price$46,815$54,115$56,215$47,640$49,910
Adjustments for Features-9500-950-4,210-4,235
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$45,865$54,115$55,265$43,430$45,675
Cost Above Minimum$0$8,250$9,400$0$2,245
Total Invoice$43,180$49,900$51,835$44,512$46,651
Adjustments for Features-8760-876-3,934-3,958
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$42,304$49,900$50,959$40,578$42,693
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,596$8,655$0$2,115

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Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Lexus ES

Model Year20112011201120152015
Model3-Series3-Series3-SeriesESES
Trim328i335i335d350300h
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 $1100$1100 
6-speed manual $150   
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT    $1100
RWD$0$0$0  
FWD   $0$0
Accessories 
Power trunk closer   $350$350
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power   $350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial   $200$200
Blind spot warning system   $200$200
Cross-traffic warning, rear   $100$100
Driver attention monitor   $500$500
Forward collision warning   $200$200
Knee airbag, driver   $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger   $75$75
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system   $0$0
Rear side airbags   $300$300
Rearview camera   $200$200
Temporary spare tire   $150$150
Tires, run-flat$150$150$150  
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50  
Overhead sunglass holder   $25$25
Rear seat pass-through   $100$100
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15  
Rear air vents   $100$100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150$150  
Water-repellent front-door glass   $15$15
Wiper de-icer   $25$25
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop    $150
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25 
Panoramic sunroof   $1200 
Rear spoiler    $200
Sunroof$900$900$900 $900
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25$25
CD changer, in-dash   $325$325
CD player$125$125$125  
DVD-compatible player   $0$0
iPod integration$100$100$100  
Media drive$15$15$15  
Satellite radio   $200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250$250  
Siri Eyes Free support   $0$0
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25$25
Traffic + travel information   $25$25
Traffic information$25$25$25  
USB port   $25$25
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock   $25$25
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75  
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75  
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50  
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats   $300$300
Door sill trim plates   $100$100
Floor mats   $75$75
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150  
Memory system, passenger seat   $150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150$150  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat   $100$100
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel   $150$150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200$200
Total Value of Features$3,955$3,005$3,955$7,215$7,240
Value of Feature Adjustments$950$0$950$4,210$4,235
Value of Feature Adjustments-8760-876-3,934-3,958

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Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Lexus ES

Model Year20112015
Model3-SeriesES
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase108.7 in111.0 in
Length178.2 in192.7 in
Width71.5 in71.7 in
Height55.9 in57.1 in
Curb Weight3,341 lb.3,550 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.17.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in37.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.4 in57.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom41.5 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.8 in
Row 2 Legroom34.6 in40.0 in
Cargo Volume12.0 ft315.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Remote app25Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested237583%
Total Not Requested50017%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested72598%
Total Not Requested152%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested150086%
Total Not Requested25014%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Remote app25Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Total Requested147575%
Total Not Requested50025%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested72598%
Total Not Requested152%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested100091%
Total Not Requested1009%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335d

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested147575%
Total Not Requested50025%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested72598%
Total Not Requested152%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested100091%
Total Not Requested1009%

Option Package Details
Lexus ES 350

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Rain-sensing wipers
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested10080%
Total Not Requested2520%
Heated steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel0No
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Driver attention monitor500No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Total Requested45033%
Total Not Requested90067%
Blind spot warning system
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested300100%
Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Traffic + travel information25No
Speed limit information0No
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested72594%
Total Not Requested506%
Ultra Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof300No
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Wood trim300Yes
Total Requested175067%
Total Not Requested85033%

Option Package Details
Lexus ES 300h

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Rain-sensing wipers
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Total Requested10080%
Total Not Requested2520%
Heated steering wheel
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel0No
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Driver attention monitor500No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision warning200No
Total Requested45033%
Total Not Requested90067%
Blind spot warning system
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested300100%
Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Traffic + travel information25No
Speed limit information0No
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested72594%
Total Not Requested506%
Ultra Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Wood trim300Yes
Total Requested175076%
Total Not Requested55024%

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