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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: $72,475 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $2,510 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $66,915 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $2,891 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | C-Class |
| Trim | M3 | AMG C63 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $55,900 | $66,100 |
| Base Invoice | $51,630 | $61,473 |
| Premium Package | 2,500 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | |
| Convenience Package | 2,900 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 440 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 720 |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Sunroof | 1,050 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 250 | |
| App support | 250 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,100 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Advanced Lighting Package | 1,050 | |
| designo Package | 3,100 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,200 | |
| Sunshades, second row | 380 | |
| Premium Package | 2,275 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,640 | |
| Convenience Package | 2,640 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 409 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 670 |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Sunroof | 955 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 230 | |
| App support | 230 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,000 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Advanced Lighting Package | 977 | |
| designo Package | 2,883 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,046 | |
| Sunshades, second row | 353 | |
| Options (change) | 14,400 | 7,890 |
| Options (change) | 13,110 | 7,338 |
| Destination | 875 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 0 |
| Total Price | $72,475 | $74,985 |
| Total Invoice | $66,915 | $69,806 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,075 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $446 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | C-Class |
| Trim | M3 | AMG C63 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 414hp V8 | 469hp V8 |
| Transmission | S7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/20 MPG | 18/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | 590, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $72,475 | $74,985 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,585 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $72,475 | $71,400 |
| Total Invoice | $66,915 | $69,806 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,337 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $66,915 | $66,469 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | C-Class |
| Trim | M3 | AMG C63 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote start via app | $75 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | |
| Suggestive steering | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,990 | $7,575 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,585 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,337 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2011 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 111.8 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 184.5 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 56.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,693 lb. | 3,782 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 | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | 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 |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1950 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 8% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1090 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 24% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63
| Advanced Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 56% |
| designo Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 21% |
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