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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: $60,590 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG | ||
| Difference: $8,940 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $56,413 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG | ||
| Difference: $7,817 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2014 |
| Model | 3-Series | CLA |
| Trim | M3 | CLA45 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $55,900 | $47,450 |
| Base Invoice | $51,630 | $44,129 |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | |
| Premium Package | 2,500 | |
| Navigation system | 2,100 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 720 |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | 300 |
| Wood trim | 0 | 325 |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 380 | 970 |
| iPod integration | 400 | |
| App support | 250 | |
| Sunroof | 1,050 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| AMG Performance Seats | 2,250 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,370 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,300 | |
| Interior Package | 1,500 | |
| Sunroof, large | 1,480 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,640 | |
| Premium Package | 2,275 | |
| Navigation system | 1,910 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 669 |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | 279 |
| Wood trim | 0 | 302 |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 345 | 902 |
| iPod integration | 365 | |
| App support | 230 | |
| Sunroof | 955 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| AMG Performance Seats | 2,093 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,204 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,139 | |
| Interior Package | 1,395 | |
| Sunroof, large | 1,376 | |
| Options (change) | 11,455 | 12,215 |
| Options (change) | 10,425 | 11,359 |
| Destination | 875 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 0 |
| Total Price | $69,530 | $60,590 |
| Total Invoice | $64,230 | $56,413 |
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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: $13,085 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,676 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 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) | 180, 8 | 450, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $69,530 | $60,590 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,145 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $69,530 | $56,445 |
| Total Invoice | $64,230 | $56,413 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,859 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $64,230 | $52,554 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2011 | 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 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| 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 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| 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 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| 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 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,280 | $8,425 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,145 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,859 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2011 | 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 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 1900 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 11% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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% |
| 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% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 34% |
| 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 | No |
| 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% |
| 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% |
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