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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: $56,995 BMW 3-Series 328d | ||
| Difference: $9,225 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $53,070 BMW 3-Series 328d | ||
| Difference: $8,578 | ||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Trim | 328d | ML350 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $43,450 | $48,990 |
| Base Invoice | $40,655 | $45,561 |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | |
| Driver Assistance Plus | 1,900 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 950 | 2,950 |
| Premium Package | 2,200 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 950 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 720 |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 250 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,200 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | |
| 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 second row seats | 620 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 225 | |
| Navigation system | 1,955 | |
| Driver Assistance Plus | 1,730 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 865 | 2,744 |
| Premium Package | 2,000 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 865 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 670 |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 230 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,090 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | 455 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | |
| 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 second row seats | 577 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 209 | |
| Options (change) | 12,550 | 16,355 |
| Options (change) | 11,420 | 15,212 |
| Destination | 995 | 875 |
| Total Price | $56,995 | $66,220 |
| Total Invoice | $53,070 | $61,648 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328d | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,310 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,657 | ||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Trim | 328d | ML350 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 180hp I4 D | 240hp V6 D |
| Transmission | T8 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 31/43 MPG | 20/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 9 | 830, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 255/50-19 |
| Total Price | $56,995 | $66,220 |
| Adjustments for Features | -85 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $56,910 | $66,220 |
| Total Invoice | $53,070 | $61,648 |
| Adjustments for Features | -79 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $52,991 | $61,648 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Trim | 328d | ML350 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Around view cameras | $500 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| 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 - electrical | $500 | |
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,125 | $7,040 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $85 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -79 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 114.8 in |
| Length | 182.1 in | 189.1 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 75.2 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 70.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,755 lb. | 5,038 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 24.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.4 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.3 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 58.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 38.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.5 ft3 | 36.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.0 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 715 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 36% |
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 48% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 28% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 28% |
| 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 |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2115 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 32% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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