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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: $53,785 BMW 3-Series 328d | ||
| Difference: $8,300 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $50,700 BMW 3-Series 328d | ||
| Difference: $7,038 | ||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Trim | 328d | ML350 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $45,950 | $46,490 |
| Base Invoice | $43,415 | $43,236 |
| Luxury Design | 0 | |
| Convenience Tier | 850 | |
| Navigation system | 1,700 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 800 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 720 |
| Heated steering wheel | 190 | 225 |
| Heated second row seats | 350 | 620 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,780 |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 750 |
| Blind spot warning system | 500 | 600 |
| Lighting Package | 985 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 4,000 | |
| 3.0L V6 Diesel | 1,500 | |
| Proximity key | 1,140 | |
| AWD | 2,500 | |
| Luxury Design | 0 | |
| Convenience Tier | 780 | |
| Navigation system | 1,565 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 690 | 744 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | 670 |
| Heated steering wheel | 175 | 209 |
| Heated second row seats | 320 | 577 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | 1,655 |
| Heated front seats | 460 | 698 |
| Blind spot warning system | 460 | 558 |
| Lighting Package | 916 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,720 | |
| 3.0L V6 Diesel | 1,395 | |
| Proximity key | 1,060 | |
| AWD | 2,325 | |
| Options (change) | 6,840 | 15,620 |
| Options (change) | 6,290 | 14,527 |
| Destination | 995 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -900 |
| Total Price | $53,785 | $62,085 |
| Total Invoice | $50,700 | $57,738 |
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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: $8,860 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,566 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Trim | 328d | ML350 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 180hp I4 D | 210hp V6 D |
| Transmission | T8 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 30/40 MPG | 18/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 9 | 80, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 255/50-19 |
| Total Price | $53,785 | $62,085 |
| Adjustments for Features | -560 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $53,225 | $62,085 |
| Total Invoice | $50,700 | $57,738 |
| Adjustments for Features | -528 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $50,172 | $57,738 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2018 | 2011 |
| 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 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| 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 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,875 | $7,315 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $560 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -528 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2018 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | M-Class |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 114.7 in |
| Length | 182.0 in | 188.5 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 75.2 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 70.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,856 lb. | 4,817 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 25.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.4 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 59.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.3 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 | 35.0 in | 40.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.5 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.0 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d
| Luxury Design | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Roof rails | 250 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 25 | Yes |
| Chrome interior accents (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Convenience Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 39% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 715 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 36% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 33% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 300 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1940 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 24% |
| turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3400 400 lb-ft@1600 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3400 400 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% |
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