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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: $49,675 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||
| Difference: $12,465 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $45,855 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||
| Difference: $12,115 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | C-Class |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $36,850 | $43,150 | $49,650 | $53,800 |
| Base Invoice | $34,080 | $39,880 | $45,860 | $50,034 |
| Premium Package | 3,100 | 2,200 | 2,200 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,150 | |
| Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers | 875 | 875 | 875 | |
| Sport Line | 2,750 | 1,950 | 1,950 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 710 |
| DUPL Voice texting capability | 0 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,950 | |||
| Premium II Package | 1,080 | |||
| iPod integration | 375 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 650 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,820 | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,955 | 1,955 | |
| Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers | 795 | 795 | 795 | |
| Sport Line | 2,505 | 1,775 | 1,775 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | 525 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | 475 | 475 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | 660 |
| DUPL Voice texting capability | 0 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,744 | |||
| Premium II Package | 1,004 | |||
| iPod integration | 349 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 604 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||
| Options (change) | 11,900 | 9,300 | 9,300 | 5,765 |
| Options (change) | 10,850 | 8,480 | 8,480 | 5,361 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,700 |
| Total Price | $49,675 | $53,375 | $59,875 | $62,140 |
| Total Invoice | $45,855 | $49,285 | $55,265 | $57,970 |
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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: $12,065 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,742 | ||||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | C-Class |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 335hp I6 H | 451hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | T8 | T8 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/20 MPG | 14/20 MPG | 14/20 MPG | 12/19 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 16 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 | 450, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $49,675 | $53,375 | $59,875 | $62,140 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,150 | -1,225 | -400 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $49,675 | $52,225 | $58,650 | $61,740 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,550 | $8,975 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $45,855 | $49,285 | $55,265 | $57,970 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,062 | -1,131 | -373 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $45,855 | $48,223 | $54,134 | $57,597 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,368 | $8,279 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | C-Class |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $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 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| DUPL Voice texting capability | $50 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,800 | $3,950 | $4,025 | $3,200 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,150 | $1,225 | $400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,062 | -1,131 | -373 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2013 | 2008 |
| 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 | 3,713 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
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1800 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 27% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| 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 | 915 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 10% |
| 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 |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 42% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| 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 | 915 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 10% |
| 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 |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 42% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| 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 | 915 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 10% |
| 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 |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| 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 | 965 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 37% |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 725 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 12% |
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