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

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BMW 3-Series vs. Lexus IS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $50,575

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $16,560

Lowest Total Invoice: $46,675

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $15,790

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142014201420142013
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesIS
Trim328i328d335iActiveHybrid 3F
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $37,300 $38,600 $43,400 $49,900 $61,750
Base Invoice $34,495 $35,690 $40,110 $46,090 $57,430
Premium Package 3,100 3,100 2,200 2,200  
Driver Assistance Package 950 950 950 950  
Steering-linked headlights 900 900      
Sport Line 2,500 2,500 1,700 1,700  
Navigation system 2,150 2,150 2,150 2,150 2,490
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 550 550  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls 500 500 500 500  
Heated front seats 500 500 500 500  
Obstacle detection, rear         500
Adaptive cruise control         1,500
Premium Package 2,820 2,820 2,000 2,000  
Driver Assistance Package 865 865 865 865  
Steering-linked headlights 820 820      
Sport Line 2,275 2,275 1,545 1,545  
Navigation system 1,955 1,955 1,955 1,955 2,300
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 1,090 1,090 1,090 1,090  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500 500 500  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls 475 475 475 475  
Heated front seats 455 455 455 455  
Obstacle detection, rear         460
Adaptive cruise control         1,380
Options (change) 12,350 12,350 9,750 9,750 4,490
Options (change) 11,255 11,255 8,885 8,885 4,140
Destination 925 925 925 925 895
Total Price $50,575 $51,875 $54,075 $60,575 $67,135
Total Invoice $46,675 $47,870 $49,920 $55,900 $62,465

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328d
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,225
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,482
Model Year20142014201420142013
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesIS
Trim328i328d335iActiveHybrid 3F
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp I4180hp I4 D300hp I6335hp I6 H416hp V8
TransmissionM6T8M6T8T8
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)205, 9205, 9205, 9205, 9194, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18225/45-18225/45-18225/45-18225/40-19
Total Price$50,575$51,875$54,075$60,575$67,135
Adjustments for Features0-1,450-300-1,475-485
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$50,575$50,425$53,775$59,100$66,650
Cost Above Minimum$150$0$3,350$8,675$0
Total Invoice$46,675$47,870$49,920$55,900$62,465
Adjustments for Features0-1,338-277-1,361-451
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$46,675$46,532$49,643$54,539$62,014
Cost Above Minimum$143$0$3,111$8,007$0

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Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Lexus IS

Model Year20142014201420142013
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesIS
Trim328i328d335iActiveHybrid 3F
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 $150  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300 $1300$1300
RWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control    $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850$850 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100$100$100 
Remote app$25$25$25$25 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power    $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial    $200
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system    $0
Temporary spare tire    $150
Tires, run-flat$150$150$150$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50$50 
Overhead sunglass holder    $25
Rear seat pass-through    $100
Second-row low console    $100
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15 
Rear air vents    $100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150$150$150 
Residual heat$50$50$50$50 
Water-repellent front-door glass    $15
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150 
Regenerative braking$0$0$0  
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)$0$0$0$0 
Body kit    $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)    $25
Rear spoiler    $200
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash    $325
CD player$125$125$125$125 
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150 
Media drive$15$15$15$15 
S Voice support$0$0$0$0 
Satellite radio    $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250$250$250 
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0$0$0 
Text dictation$50$50$50$50 
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0$0$0$0 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display   $25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim    $100
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100$100 
Folding second row seats$300$300$300$300 
Illuminated door sill trim plates    $200
Leather door panel trim    $250
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50 
Metal pedals    $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150$150$150 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat    $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat    $100
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100$100$100$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Wood trim $300$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0$0 $0
Transmission 
Launch control$100$100$100$100 
Total Value of Features$4,030$5,480$4,330$5,505$4,515
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,450$300$1,475$485
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,338-277-1,361-451

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Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Lexus IS

Model Year20142013
Model3-SeriesIS
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.6 in107.5 in
Length182.5 in180.1 in
Width71.3 in70.9 in
Height56.3 in56.1 in
Curb Weight3,411 lb.3,456 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.17.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.3 in37.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.1 in54.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in43.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in52.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in53.7 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in30.6 in
Cargo Volume13.0 ft313.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested205076%
Total Not Requested65024%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested45039%
Total Not Requested70061%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Smartphone integration0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0Yes
Text dictation50No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested72564%
Total Not Requested41536%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested205076%
Total Not Requested65024%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested45039%
Total Not Requested70061%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Smartphone integration0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0Yes
Text dictation50No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested72564%
Total Not Requested41536%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested115064%
Total Not Requested65036%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested45039%
Total Not Requested70061%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Smartphone integration0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0Yes
Text dictation50No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested72564%
Total Not Requested41536%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested115064%
Total Not Requested65036%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested45039%
Total Not Requested70061%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Smartphone integration0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0Yes
Text dictation50No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested72564%
Total Not Requested41536%

Option Package Details
Lexus IS F

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested65076%
Total Not Requested20024%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Speed limit information0No
App support0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

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