BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2011 Mercedes-Benz C-Class Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2007

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

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.

BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $40,560

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C230 Sport Sedan   
Difference: $2,840

Lowest Total Invoice: $37,777

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C230 Sport Sedan   
Difference: $2,338

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2011201120112011200720072007
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
Trim328i335i335dM3C230 Sport SedanC350 Sport SedanC350 Luxury Sedan
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $34,600 $42,050 $44,150 $55,900 $29,650 $38,000 $38,600
Base Invoice $32,030 $38,885 $40,820 $51,630 $27,575 $35,340 $35,898
Premium Package 2,650 2,650 2,650 2,500      
Cold Weather Package 1,150 1,150 1,150 1,000      
Navigation system 2,100 2,100 2,100 2,100 2,210 2,210 2,210
Steering-linked headlights 900            
Sunshade, rear, power 575 575 575 575      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 550 550 690 690 690
Sport Package   1,350          
6-speed manual   0          
Sunroof       1,050      
Wood trim       0      
Rear spoiler       0      
Power driver seat         600    
Sunroof Package         1,790 1,790 1,790
Folding second row seats         290 290 290
Xenon HID headlights         790 790 790
Heated front seats         680 680 680
Bluetooth cell phone link         765 765 765
Telematics service, such as OnStar         820 820 820
Leather upholstery, extended coverage         1,500 1,500 1,500
Premium Package 2,410 2,410 2,410 2,275      
Cold Weather Package 1,045 1,045 1,045 910      
Navigation system 1,910 1,910 1,910 1,910 2,055 2,055 2,055
Steering-linked headlights 820            
Sunshade, rear, power 525 525 525 525      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500 500 500 642 642 642
Sport Package   1,230          
6-speed manual   0          
Sunroof       955      
Wood trim       0      
Rear spoiler       0      
Power driver seat         558    
Sunroof Package         1,665 1,665 1,665
Folding second row seats         270 270 270
Xenon HID headlights         735 735 735
Heated front seats         633 633 633
Bluetooth cell phone link         711 711 711
Telematics service, such as OnStar         763 763 763
Leather upholstery, extended coverage         1,395 1,395 1,395
Options (change) 7,925 8,375 7,025 7,775 10,135 9,535 9,535
Options (change) 7,210 7,620 6,390 7,075 9,427 8,869 8,869
Destination 875 875 875 875 775 775 775
Gas Tax 0 0 0 1,300 0 0 0
Total Price $43,400 $51,300 $52,050 $65,850 $40,560 $48,310 $48,910
Total Invoice $40,115 $47,380 $48,085 $60,880 $37,777 $44,984 $45,542

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation BMW 3-Series dealer quotes or Mercedes-Benz C-Class dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C230 Sport Sedan
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $460
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $138
Model Year2011201120112011200720072007
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
Trim328i335i335dM3C230 Sport SedanC350 Sport SedanC350 Luxury Sedan
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine230hp I6300hp I6265hp I6 D414hp V8201hp V6268hp V6268hp V6
TransmissionT6M6T6M6M6M6T7
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)180, 8180, 8180, 8180, 8?, 6?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/45-17225/45-17245/40-18225/45-17225/45-17205/55-16
Total Price$43,400$51,300$52,050$65,850$40,560$48,310$48,910
Adjustments for Features-2,380-1,630-2,280-2,2550-300-1,525
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$41,020$49,670$49,770$63,595$40,560$48,010$47,385
Cost Above Minimum$0$8,650$8,750$22,575$0$7,450$6,825
Total Invoice$40,115$47,380$48,085$60,880$37,777$44,984$45,542
Adjustments for Features-2,200-1,505-2,106-2,0850-279-1,420
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$37,915$45,875$45,979$58,795$37,777$44,705$44,122
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,960$8,064$20,880$0$6,928$6,345

Return to top

Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year2011201120112011200720072007
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
Trim328i335i335dM3C230 Sport SedanC350 Sport SedanC350 Luxury Sedan
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 $1100    
6-speed manual $150 $150$150$150 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic      $1200
RWD$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel$100$100$100    
Remote app$25$25$25$25   
Sunshades, second row$125$125$125$125   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250$250   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power    $350$350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75$75$75   
Tires, run-flat$150$150$150    
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50$50   
Cargo mat$40$40$40$40   
Ski sack$50$50$50$50   
Climate Control 
Rear air vents    $100$100$100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150$150$150   
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential   $300   
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop   $150   
Exterior 
Body kit    $0$0 
Bodyside moldings    $75$75$75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25$25$25 
Rear spoiler   $200   
Sport rocker panels (optional)   $0   
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50$50$50   
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25   
HD radio$50$50$50$50   
iPod integration$100      
Media drive$15$15$15$15   
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25   
Traffic information$25$25$25$25   
Voice control for external devices$0      
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100$100$100   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75$75   
Compass$0$0$0$0   
Fog light, rear    $100$100$100
Fog lights$125$125$125 $125$125$125
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50$50   
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150$150   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim   $100$100$100 
Floor mats    $75$75$75
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat    $50$50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50 $50   
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50 $50   
Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat    $50$50$50
Memory system, passenger seat     $150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150$150   
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150$150$150   
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 $100$100
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat    $50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat     $50$50
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100 $100   
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100 $100   
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100   
Power-folding headrests, second row seats    $50$50$50
Wood trim$300$300$300$300  $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200   
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0$0$0 
Total Value of Features$3,680$2,930$3,580$3,555$1,300$1,600$2,825
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,380$1,630$2,280$2,255$0$300$1,525
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,200-1,505-2,106-2,0850-279-1,420

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20112007
Model3-SeriesC-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase108.7 in106.9 in
Length178.2 in178.4 in
Width71.5 in68.0 in
Height55.9 in55.6 in
Curb Weight3,341 lb.3,406 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.16.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.4 in53.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in51.9 in
Row 1 Legroom41.5 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in54.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in54.5 in
Row 2 Legroom34.6 in33.0 in
Cargo Volume12.0 ft312.2 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
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 mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Remote app25No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested232581%
Total Not Requested55019%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Heated front seats200Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Ski sack50No
Total Requested65072%
Total Not Requested25028%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested60081%
Total Not Requested14019%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

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 mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Remote app25No
Total Requested152577%
Total Not Requested45023%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Heated front seats200Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Ski sack50No
Total Requested65072%
Total Not Requested25028%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested60081%
Total Not Requested14019%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
225/45HR17 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 Requested10013%
Total Not Requested70087%

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 mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Remote app25No
Total Requested152577%
Total Not Requested45023%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Heated front seats200Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Ski sack50No
Total Requested65072%
Total Not Requested25028%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested60081%
Total Not Requested14019%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Aluminum trim100No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Remote app25No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested172581%
Total Not Requested40019%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested60081%
Total Not Requested14019%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Ski sack50No
Total Requested65081%
Total Not Requested15019%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C230 Sport Sedan

Folding second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding second row seats300Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%
Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Power driver seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat50No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Total Requested35070%
Total Not Requested15030%
Sunroof Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested1625100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan

Folding second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding second row seats300Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%
Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunroof Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested1625100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Luxury Sedan

Folding second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding second row seats300Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%
Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunroof Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested1625100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Wagons.
See TrueDelta's information for all BMW models.