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BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $55,375

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $15,270

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201320132021
Model3-Series3-SeriesCLA
Trim328i335iAMG CLA 45
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $36,850 $43,150 $55,350
Premium Package 3,100 2,200 1,800
Steering-linked headlights 900    
Sport Line 2,750 1,950  
Navigation system 2,150 2,150  
Driver Assistance Plus 700 700  
Driver Assistance Package 1,900 1,900 1,500
App support 250 250  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 2,400 2,400  
Semi-automated parking system 500 500  
Adaptive dampers - electrical 1,000 1,000 850
Heated front seats 500 500  
Rearview camera 400 400  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls 500 500  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 720
AMG Performance Seats     2,250
Multimedia Package     2,300
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package     1,650
Parktronic Package     970
Convenience Package     400
Sunroof, large     1,480
Wood trim     325
Premium Package 2,820 2,000 1,674
Steering-linked headlights 820    
Sport Line 2,505 1,775  
Navigation system 1,955 1,955  
Driver Assistance Plus 635 635  
Driver Assistance Package 1,730 1,730 1,395
App support 230 230  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 2,185 2,185  
Semi-automated parking system 455 455  
Adaptive dampers - electrical 910 910 791
Heated front seats 455 455  
Rearview camera 365 365  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls 475 475  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500 669
AMG Performance Seats     2,093
Multimedia Package     2,139
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package     1,535
Parktronic Package     902
Convenience Package     372
Sunroof, large     1,376
Wood trim     302
Options (change) 17,600 15,000 14,245
Options (change) 16,040 13,670 13,248
Destination 925 925 1,050
Total Price $55,375 $59,075 $70,645

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW 3-Series 328i
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,325
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $37,748
Model Year201320132021
Model3-Series3-SeriesCLA
Trim328i335iAMG CLA 45
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp I4300hp I6382hp I4
TransmissionM6T8S8
DrivetrainRWDRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)14/20 MPG14/20 MPG20/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18225/45-18255/35-19
Total Price$55,375$59,075$70,645
Adjustments for Features0-1,150-4,945
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$55,375$57,925$65,700
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,550$0

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Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year201320132021
Model3-Series3-SeriesCLA
Trim328i335iAMG CLA 45
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300 
8-speed automated manual  $1300
RWD$0$0 
AWD  $1700
Accessories 
Proximity key  $250
Remote climate control  $25
Remote start via app  $75
Remote window/roof operation$15$15 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Around view cameras$500$500 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial  $200
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200
Driver drowsiness monitor  $150
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system  $0
Rearview camera  $200
Rollover sensor  $50
Torque vectoring, brake-based  $100
Wide-view front camera$150$150 
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 
Black exterior trim (optional)  $0
Body kit  $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Front splitter spoiler  $200
Rear spoiler  $200
Sunroof$900$900 
Sunroof, large  $1100
Infotainment 
Android Auto support  $100
Apple CarPlay support  $100
In-vehicle Internet  $150
Navigation map updates, three years  $0
Satellite radio  $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250 
SD Card slot  $25
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 
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75 
Chronometer  $100
Compass$0$0 
Fog light, rear  $100
Fog lights$125$125 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable  $150
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only  $750
Power-folding mirrors$50$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150$150 
Xenon HID headlights$500$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Color seat belts  $0
Interior trim, special color  $0
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 
Performance steering system (optional)  $0
Transmission 
Launch control  $100
Total Value of Features$3,705$4,855$8,850
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,150$4,945
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,060-1,001

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Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year20132021
Model3-SeriesCLA
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.6 in107.4 in
Length182.5 in184.6 in
Width71.3 in72.0 in
Height56.3 in56.7 in
Curb Weight3,713 lb.3,660 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.13.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.3 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.1 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in35.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in54.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in33.9 in
Cargo Volume13.0 ft311.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Sunroof900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested220090%
Total Not Requested25010%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested65057%
Total Not Requested50043%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested1015100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras500No
Wide-view front camera150No
Total Requested60048%
Total Not Requested65052%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested130084%
Total Not Requested25016%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested65057%
Total Not Requested50043%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested1015100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras500No
Wide-view front camera150No
Total Requested60048%
Total Not Requested65052%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45

AMG Performance Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74065%
Total Not Requested40035%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Total Requested70074%
Total Not Requested25026%
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Interior trim, special color0No
Color seat belts0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested90069%
Total Not Requested40031%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%

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