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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: $47,770 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| Difference: $14,880 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,135 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| Difference: $14,192 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Trim | 328i | ML350 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $35,400 | $48,990 |
| Base Invoice | $32,750 | $45,561 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 970 |
| Navigation system | 2,100 | |
| Premium Package | 3,350 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 900 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,325 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | |
| Proximity key | 500 | |
| HD radio | 350 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 720 |
| Premium 2 Package | 5,370 | |
| Lighting Package | 1,290 | |
| 3.0L V6 Diesel | 1,500 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 225 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 902 |
| Navigation system | 1,910 | |
| Premium Package | 3,050 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 820 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,260 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | |
| Proximity key | 455 | |
| HD radio | 315 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | 670 |
| Premium 2 Package | 4,994 | |
| Lighting Package | 1,200 | |
| 3.0L V6 Diesel | 1,395 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 209 | |
| Options (change) | 11,545 | 12,785 |
| Options (change) | 10,560 | 11,891 |
| Destination | 825 | 875 |
| Total Price | $47,770 | $62,650 |
| Total Invoice | $44,135 | $58,327 |
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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: $10,165 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,802 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Trim | 328i | ML350 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 240hp V6 D |
| Transmission | T6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 23/36 MPG | 20/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | 830, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 255/50-19 |
| Total Price | $47,770 | $62,650 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,715 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $47,770 | $57,935 |
| Total Invoice | $44,135 | $58,327 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,390 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,135 | $53,937 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Trim | 328i | ML350 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Wood trim, alternative type | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,400 | $8,115 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,715 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,390 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 114.8 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 189.1 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 75.2 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 70.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,947 lb. | 5,038 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 24.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 58.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 38.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 36.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| 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 | No |
| 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 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 |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2625 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 8% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 30% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Wood trim, alternative type | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Storage beneath cargo floor | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 830W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1915 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 39% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 22% |
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