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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: $50,270 BMW 3-Series 328i | |||
| Difference: $11,005 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $46,380 BMW 3-Series 328i | |||
| Difference: $10,670 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2015 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | CLA |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | CLA45 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $34,900 | $42,400 | $48,500 |
| Base Invoice | $32,290 | $39,190 | $45,105 |
| BMW Assist | 650 | 650 | |
| Sport Line | 2,500 | 1,700 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,600 | 1,900 | 2,300 |
| Technology Package | 2,550 | 2,550 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | 970 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 720 |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | 500 | |
| Rearview camera | 400 | 400 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |
| App support | 250 | 250 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | 500 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |
| AMG Performance Seats | 2,250 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,480 | ||
| Interior Package | 1,650 | ||
| Sunroof, large | 1,480 | ||
| BMW Assist | 590 | 590 | |
| Sport Line | 2,275 | 1,545 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,275 | 1,730 | 2,139 |
| Technology Package | 2,320 | 2,320 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 685 | 902 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 669 |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | 475 | |
| Rearview camera | 365 | 365 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |
| App support | 230 | 230 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | 455 | 455 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |
| AMG Performance Seats | 2,093 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,306 | ||
| Interior Package | 1,535 | ||
| Sunroof, large | 1,376 | ||
| Options (change) | 14,475 | 11,075 | 11,850 |
| Options (change) | 13,195 | 10,100 | 11,020 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 925 |
| Total Price | $50,270 | $54,370 | $61,275 |
| Total Invoice | $46,380 | $50,185 | $57,050 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,645 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,611 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2015 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | CLA |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | CLA45 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 355hp I4 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/20 MPG | 14/20 MPG | 23/30 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 | $50,270 | $54,370 | $61,275 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -4,360 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $50,270 | $54,370 | $56,915 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,100 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $46,380 | $50,185 | $57,050 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -4,059 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $46,380 | $50,185 | $52,991 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,805 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2015 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | CLA |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | CLA45 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $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 | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,190 | $3,190 | $7,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $4,360 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -4,059 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2012 | 2015 |
| Model | 3-Series | CLA |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 182.5 in | 182.3 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 70.0 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 56.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,759 lb. | 3,494 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.3 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 40.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 in | 35.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 53.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 27.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 3575 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 6% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 32% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1325 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 15% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 32% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 940 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 16% |
| Premium 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 |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 32% |
| 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 |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 915 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 30% |
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