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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: $68,175 Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 | ||
| Difference: $2,375 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2021 |
| Model | 3-Series | CLA |
| Trim | M3 | AMG CLA 45 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $55,900 | $55,350 |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | |
| Premium Package | 2,500 | 1,800 |
| Convenience Package | 2,900 | 400 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 720 |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 325 |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | 850 |
| App support | 250 | |
| Sunroof | 1,050 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| AMG Performance Seats | 2,250 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,300 | |
| AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package | 1,650 | |
| Sunroof, large | 1,480 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,640 | |
| Premium Package | 2,275 | 1,674 |
| Convenience Package | 2,640 | 372 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 669 |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 302 |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | 791 |
| App support | 230 | |
| Sunroof | 955 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| AMG Performance Seats | 2,093 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,139 | |
| AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package | 1,535 | |
| Sunroof, large | 1,376 | |
| Options (change) | 12,475 | 11,775 |
| Options (change) | 11,355 | 10,951 |
| Destination | 875 | 1,050 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 0 |
| Total Price | $70,550 | $68,175 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,780 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $53,934 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2021 |
| Model | 3-Series | CLA |
| Trim | M3 | AMG CLA 45 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 414hp V8 | 382hp I4 |
| Transmission | S7 | S8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/20 MPG | 20/29 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $70,550 | $68,175 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,405 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $70,550 | $63,770 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2011 | 2021 |
| Model | 3-Series | CLA |
| Trim | M3 | AMG CLA 45 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| 8-speed automated manual | $1300 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote start via app | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| 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 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| 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 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| 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 | ||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Color seat belts | $0 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Interior trim, special color | $0 | |
| 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 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,870 | $9,275 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,405 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -775 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2011 | 2021 |
| Model | 3-Series | CLA |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 107.4 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 184.6 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 72.0 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 56.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,693 lb. | 3,660 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 41.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 35.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 33.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 11.6 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 | 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 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 | 1900 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 11% |
| 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 CLA AMG CLA 45
| AMG Performance Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | 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? |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 35% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 32% |
| AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Interior trim, special color | 0 | No |
| Color seat belts | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 31% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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