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BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA 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 CLA Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $58,820 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG | ||
| Difference: $8,075 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $54,767 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG | ||
| Difference: $7,008 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2014 |
| Model | 3-Series | CLA |
| Trim | M3 | CLA45 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $53,800 | $47,450 |
| Base Invoice | $49,675 | $44,129 |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,700 | |
| Premium Package | 1,900 | |
| Navigation system | 2,100 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 720 |
| HD radio | 350 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | 300 |
| Wood trim | 0 | 325 |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | 970 |
| iPod integration | 400 | |
| Sunroof | 1,050 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | |
| Becker Map Pilot | 600 | |
| Interior Package | 1,500 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,300 | |
| AMG Performance Seats | 2,250 | |
| Sunroof, large | 1,480 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,455 | |
| Premium Package | 1,730 | |
| Navigation system | 1,910 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 669 |
| HD radio | 315 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | 279 |
| Wood trim | 0 | 302 |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | 902 |
| iPod integration | 365 | |
| Sunroof | 955 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | |
| Becker Map Pilot | 558 | |
| Interior Package | 1,395 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,139 | |
| AMG Performance Seats | 2,093 | |
| Sunroof, large | 1,376 | |
| Options (change) | 10,970 | 10,445 |
| Options (change) | 9,975 | 9,713 |
| Destination | 825 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 0 |
| Total Price | $66,895 | $58,820 |
| Total Invoice | $61,775 | $54,767 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,095 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,751 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2014 |
| Model | 3-Series | CLA |
| Trim | M3 | CLA45 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 414hp V8 | 355hp I4 |
| Transmission | S7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/20 MPG | 23/30 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | 450, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $66,895 | $58,820 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,020 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $66,895 | $54,800 |
| Total Invoice | $61,775 | $54,767 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,743 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $61,775 | $51,024 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2008 | 2014 |
| Model | 3-Series | CLA |
| Trim | M3 | CLA45 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| 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 thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,230 | $8,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,020 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,743 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2008 | 2014 |
| Model | 3-Series | CLA |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 182.3 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 70.0 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 56.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,693 lb. | 3,494 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 40.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 35.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 53.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 27.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 13.1 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 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 925 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 20% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Becker Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 915 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 30% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 34% |
| AMG Performance Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
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