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BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class 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 M-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $46,620 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| Difference: $46,845 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $42,840 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| Difference: $44,144 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Trim | 328i | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $34,500 | $92,590 |
| Base Invoice | $31,740 | $86,109 |
| Sport Package | 1,700 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | |
| Navigation system | 2,100 | |
| Premium Package | 3,350 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | |
| Proximity key | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| HD radio | 350 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | |
| Sport Package | 1,545 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 90 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | |
| Navigation system | 1,910 | |
| Premium Package | 3,050 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | |
| Proximity key | 455 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| HD radio | 315 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | |
| Options (change) | 11,295 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 10,275 | 0 |
| Destination | 825 | 875 |
| Total Price | $46,620 | $93,465 |
| Total Invoice | $42,840 | $86,984 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $38,890 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $36,741 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Trim | 328i | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 503hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/20 MPG | 11/15 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | 440, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 295/40-20 |
| Total Price | $46,620 | $93,465 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -7,955 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,620 | $85,510 |
| Total Invoice | $42,840 | $86,984 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -7,403 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $42,840 | $79,581 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Trim | 328i | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Running boards | $350 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,200 | $11,155 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $7,955 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -7,403 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 114.7 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 188.5 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 75.2 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 70.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,815 lb. | 5,093 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 25.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 59.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 59.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 40.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/45VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| 255/40VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 38% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| 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 | 2775 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 3% |
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