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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: $51,045 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| Difference: $42,390 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $47,031 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| Difference: $39,924 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Trim | 328i | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $37,500 | $87,000 |
| Base Invoice | $34,680 | $80,910 |
| Sport Package | 2,050 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 770 |
| Cold Weather Package | 900 | |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | |
| Premium Package | 1,900 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,400 | 2,200 |
| Proximity key | 500 | 1,110 |
| Roof rails | 100 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| iPod integration | 375 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 510 | |
| Heated second row seats | 595 | |
| Sport Package | 1,856 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 90 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 716 |
| Cold Weather Package | 820 | |
| Navigation system | 1,955 | |
| Premium Package | 1,730 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,135 | 2,046 |
| Proximity key | 455 | 1,032 |
| Roof rails | 90 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| iPod integration | 349 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 474 | |
| Heated second row seats | 553 | |
| Options (change) | 12,650 | 5,560 |
| Options (change) | 11,456 | 5,170 |
| Destination | 895 | 875 |
| Total Price | $51,045 | $93,435 |
| Total Invoice | $47,031 | $86,955 |
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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: $35,115 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $33,154 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| 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 | 11/14 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | 440, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 295/40-20 |
| Total Price | $51,045 | $93,435 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -7,275 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $51,045 | $86,160 |
| Total Invoice | $47,031 | $86,955 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,770 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $47,031 | $80,185 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| 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 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| 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 | $3,140 | $10,415 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $7,275 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -6,770 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| 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 | 71.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,815 lb. | 5,093 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 25.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.4 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 59.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.0 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 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% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 36% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 10% |
| 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 |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 1575 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 5% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML63 AMG
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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