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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: $48,945 BMW 3-Series 328i | |||
| Difference: $16,155 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $45,170 BMW 3-Series 328i | |||
| Difference: $15,580 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | C-Class |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $34,900 | $42,400 | $56,300 |
| Base Invoice | $32,290 | $39,190 | $52,359 |
| Sport Line | 2,500 | 1,700 | |
| Premium Package | 3,600 | ||
| BMW Assist | 650 | 650 | |
| Technology Package | 2,550 | 2,550 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 720 |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |
| Premium II Package | 1,100 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,980 | ||
| iPod integration | 375 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 650 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| Sport Line | 2,275 | 1,545 | |
| Premium Package | 3,275 | ||
| BMW Assist | 590 | 590 | |
| Technology Package | 2,320 | 2,320 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 669 |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | 475 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |
| Premium II Package | 1,023 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,771 | ||
| iPod integration | 349 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 604 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| Options (change) | 13,150 | 7,850 | 5,825 |
| Options (change) | 11,985 | 7,160 | 5,416 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 2,100 |
| Total Price | $48,945 | $51,145 | $65,100 |
| Total Invoice | $45,170 | $47,245 | $60,750 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,530 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,914 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | C-Class |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 451hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/20 MPG | 14/20 MPG | 12/19 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | ?, 9 | 450, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $48,945 | $51,145 | $65,100 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,550 | 0 | -1,175 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $47,395 | $51,145 | $63,925 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,750 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $45,170 | $47,245 | $60,750 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,430 | 0 | -1,096 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,740 | $47,245 | $59,654 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,505 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | C-Class |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | ||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,300 | $2,750 | $3,925 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,550 | $0 | $1,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,430 | 0 | -1,096 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 182.5 in | 182.3 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,759 lb. | 3,662 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.3 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 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 | 35.1 in | 33.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 225/45YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 43% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | 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 | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2425 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 1375 | 36% |
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 27% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 715 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 34% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 225/45YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 43% |
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 27% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 715 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 34% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 715 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 825 | 54% |
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