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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: $45,675 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| Difference: $14,655 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $42,220 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| Difference: $13,886 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Trim | 328i | ML350 / ML320 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $37,150 | $44,600 |
| Base Invoice | $34,380 | $41,478 |
| Premium Package | 1,900 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | |
| Navigation system | 2,100 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 720 |
| Roof rails | 100 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 720 |
| Proximity key | 500 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| 3.0L V6 Diesel | 1,500 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,995 | |
| Premium II Package | 6,600 | |
| Lighting Package | 950 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 770 | |
| AWD | 2,500 | |
| Premium Package | 1,730 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | |
| Navigation system | 1,910 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 670 |
| Roof rails | 90 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 670 |
| Proximity key | 455 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| 3.0L V6 Diesel | 1,395 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,855 | |
| Premium II Package | 6,138 | |
| Lighting Package | 884 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 716 | |
| AWD | 2,325 | |
| Options (change) | 7,650 | 15,755 |
| Options (change) | 6,965 | 14,653 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -900 |
| Total Price | $45,675 | $60,330 |
| Total Invoice | $42,220 | $56,106 |
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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: $10,315 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,850 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Trim | 328i | ML350 / ML320 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 210hp V6 D |
| Transmission | T6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 23/36 MPG | 18/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | 440, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 235/65-17 |
| Total Price | $45,675 | $60,330 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,340 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $45,675 | $55,990 |
| Total Invoice | $42,220 | $56,106 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,036 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $42,220 | $52,070 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Trim | 328i | ML350 / ML320 |
| 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 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| 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 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,675 | $8,015 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,340 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,036 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| 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 | 3,947 lb. | 4,817 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
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 |
| Remote app | 25 | 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 | 1875 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 5% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350 / ML320
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1600 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1600 | 1000 | Yes |
| Tires, run-flat | 150 | Yes |
| -900 Gas-Guzzler Tax | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 2390 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 1575 | 40% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 13% |
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