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BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $41,540 BMW 3-Series 325i | |||||
| Difference: $1,965 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,045 BMW 3-Series 325i | |||||
| Difference: $2,474 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 325i | 330i | C300 Sport Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,900 | $36,600 | $32,900 | $39,000 | $56,300 |
| Base Invoice | $28,300 | $33,485 | $30,597 | $36,270 | $52,359 |
| Sport Package | 1,600 | 1,600 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,900 | 2,200 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 2,000 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package | 1,000 | 1,000 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | 720 | 720 | 720 |
| Satellite radio | 595 | 595 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | |||
| Premium II Package | 3,500 | 1,350 | 1,100 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,980 | 2,980 | 2,980 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,570 | 1,570 | |||
| Wood trim | 310 | 0 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 650 | 650 | 650 | ||
| Seating Package | 2,980 | ||||
| Sport Package | 1,455 | 1,455 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,640 | 2,000 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,820 | 1,820 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package | 910 | 910 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | 430 | 669 | 669 | 669 |
| Satellite radio | 540 | 540 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | |||
| Premium II Package | 3,255 | 1,256 | 1,023 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,771 | 2,771 | 2,771 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,460 | 1,460 | |||
| Wood trim | 288 | 0 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 604 | 604 | 604 | ||
| Seating Package | 2,771 | ||||
| Options (change) | 9,945 | 8,445 | 9,730 | 7,270 | 8,430 |
| Options (change) | 9,050 | 7,680 | 9,047 | 6,760 | 7,838 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2,100 |
| Total Price | $41,540 | $45,740 | $43,505 | $47,145 | $67,705 |
| Total Invoice | $38,045 | $41,860 | $40,519 | $43,905 | $63,172 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 325i | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,390 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,863 | |||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 325i | 330i | C300 Sport Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 215hp I6 | 255hp I6 | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 451hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | M6 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | ?, 13 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $41,540 | $45,740 | $43,505 | $47,145 | $67,705 |
| Adjustments for Features | -425 | -675 | 0 | -1,250 | -3,000 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,115 | $45,065 | $43,505 | $45,895 | $64,705 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,950 | $0 | $2,390 | $21,200 |
| Total Invoice | $38,045 | $41,860 | $40,519 | $43,905 | $63,172 |
| Adjustments for Features | -389 | -618 | 0 | -1,164 | -2,799 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,656 | $41,242 | $40,519 | $42,741 | $60,373 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,586 | $0 | $2,222 | $19,854 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | 325i | 330i | C300 Sport Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | |||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $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 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $2,040 | $2,290 | $1,615 | $2,865 | $4,615 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $425 | $675 | $0 | $1,250 | $3,000 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -389 | -618 | 0 | -1,164 | -2,799 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 182.3 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,286 lb. | 3,528 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 33.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 325i
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| 225/45VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| 255/40VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 48% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2725 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 4% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 19% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330i
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| 225/40WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| 255/35WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 48% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1825 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 6% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 19% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2275 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 10% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 590 | 38% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 590 | 38% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 11% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1000 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 58% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 590 | 38% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 975 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 13% |
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