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BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $71,750

BMW 3-Series M3   
Difference: $68,125

Lowest Total Invoice: $66,255

BMW 3-Series M3   
Difference: $63,960

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112011
Model3-SeriesS-Class
TrimM3S63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan, ext.
Base Price $55,900 $138,000
Base Invoice $51,630 $128,340
Sunshade, rear, power 575  
Convenience Package 2,900  
Premium Package 2,500  
7-speed automated manual 2,900  
Satellite radio - one year subscription 350  
Rear spoiler 0  
Adaptive dampers - electrical 1,000  
Auto-dimming headlights 250  
Leather door panel trim 1,100  
Sunroof 1,050  
Wood trim 0  
Heated front seats 500  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550  
Sunshade, rear, power 525  
Convenience Package 2,640  
Premium Package 2,275  
7-speed automated manual 2,640  
Satellite radio - one year subscription 320  
Rear spoiler 0  
Adaptive dampers - electrical 910  
Auto-dimming headlights 230  
Leather door panel trim 1,000  
Sunroof 955  
Wood trim 0  
Heated front seats 455  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500  
Options (change) 13,675 0
Options (change) 12,450 0
Destination 875 875
Gas Tax 1,300 1,000
Total Price $71,750 $139,875
Total Invoice $66,255 $130,215

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series M3
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $59,615
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $56,038
Model Year20112011
Model3-SeriesS-Class
TrimM3S63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan, ext.
Engine414hp V8536hp V8
TransmissionS7T7
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)14/20 MPG15/22 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)180, 8600, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18255/35-20
Total Price$71,750$139,875
Adjustments for Features0-8,510
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$71,750$131,365
Total Invoice$66,255$130,215
Adjustments for Features0-7,922
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$66,255$122,293

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Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Model Year20112011
Model3-SeriesS-Class
TrimM3S63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan, ext.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Parking guidance system - passive $250
Power door closers $300
Power trunk closer $350
Remote app$25 
Sunshades, second row$125 
Sunshades, second row, power $225
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system $0
Driver drowsiness monitor $150
Obstacle detection, front $150
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Temporary spare tire $150
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo net $40
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150 
Residual heat $50
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Body kit $0
Laminated front side windows $200
Rear spoiler$200 
Sport rocker panels (optional)$0 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
DVD-Audio-compatible player $0
Media drive$15 
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Surround sound $250
Voice control for external devices$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Chronometer $100
Cornering lights $50
Digital instruments $0
Fog light, rear $100
Fog lights $125
Headlight washers $50
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat $100
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver $300
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger $300
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Door sill trim plates $100
Floor mats $75
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Massage, driver seat $100
Massage, passenger seat $100
Memory system, passenger seat $150
Metal pedals $75
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row $25
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power-folding headrests, second row seats $50
Synthetic suede headliner $650
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather $200
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500 
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable $4000
Crosswind stabilization $50
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Total Value of Features$4,105$12,615
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$8,510
Value of Feature Adjustments0-7,922

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Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Model Year20112011
Model3-SeriesS-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan, ext.
Wheelbase108.7 in124.6 in
Length178.2 in206.5 in
Width71.5 in73.7 in
Height55.9 in58.0 in
Curb Weight3,693 lb.4,741 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.23.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.5 in37.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.4 in59.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in59.9 in
Row 1 Legroom41.5 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in58.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in59.4 in
Row 2 Legroom34.6 in42.3 in
Cargo Volume12.0 ft316.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested132592%
Total Not Requested1158%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Aluminum trim100No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Remote app25No
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested187588%
Total Not Requested25012%

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