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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: $53,100

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $47,600

Lowest Total Invoice: $48,975

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $44,808

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142014201420142009200920092009
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesS-ClassS-ClassS-ClassS-Class
Trim328i328d335iActiveHybrid 3S550S63 AMGS600S65 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.
Base Price $37,300 $38,600 $43,400 $49,900 $89,350 $131,350 $147,450 $198,950
Base Invoice $34,495 $35,690 $40,110 $46,090 $83,096 $122,156 $137,129 $185,024
Sport Line 2,500 2,500 1,700 1,700        
Navigation system 2,150 2,150 2,150 2,150        
Cold Weather Package 950 950 950 950        
Steering-linked headlights 900 900            
Driver Assistance Package 950 950 950 950        
Premium Package 3,100 3,100 2,200 2,200        
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200 2,880 2,880    
Sunshade, rear, power 575 575 575 575        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 550 550        
Adaptive dampers - electrical 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000        
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls 500 500 500 500        
Semi-automated parking system 500 500 500 500        
Rear Seat Package         2,950 2,950    
Premium II Package         2,030      
iPod integration         425 425 425 425
Heated steering wheel         470 470   470
Sunshades, second row, power         720      
Sport Line 2,275 2,275 1,545 1,545        
Navigation system 1,955 1,955 1,955 1,955        
Cold Weather Package 865 865 865 865        
Steering-linked headlights 820 820            
Driver Assistance Package 865 865 865 865        
Premium Package 2,820 2,820 2,000 2,000        
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 1,090 1,090 1,090 1,090 2,678 2,678    
Sunshade, rear, power 525 525 525 525        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500 500 500        
Adaptive dampers - electrical 910 910 910 910        
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls 475 475 475 475        
Semi-automated parking system 455 455 455 455        
Rear Seat Package         2,744 2,744    
Premium II Package         1,888      
iPod integration         395 395 395 395
Heated steering wheel         437 437   437
Sunshades, second row, power         670      
Options (change) 14,875 14,875 12,275 12,275 9,475 6,725 425 895
Options (change) 13,555 13,555 11,185 11,185 8,812 6,254 395 832
Destination 925 925 925 925 875 875 875 875
Gas Tax 0 0 0 0 1,000 3,000 3,000 3,000
Total Price $53,100 $54,400 $56,600 $63,100 $100,700 $141,950 $151,750 $203,720
Total Invoice $48,975 $50,170 $52,220 $58,200 $93,783 $132,285 $141,399 $189,731

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328d
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $42,900
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $40,433
Model Year20142014201420142009200920092009
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesS-ClassS-ClassS-ClassS-Class
Trim328i328d335iActiveHybrid 3S550S63 AMGS600S65 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.
Engine240hp I4180hp I4 D300hp I6335hp I6 H382hp V8518hp V8510hp V12604hp V12
TransmissionM6T8M6T8T7T7T5T5
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)205, 9205, 9205, 9205, 9600, 14600, 14600, 14600, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-18225/45-18225/45-18225/45-18255/45-18255/35-20255/45-18255/35-20
Total Price$53,100$54,400$56,600$63,100$100,700$141,950$151,750$203,720
Adjustments for Features0-1,450-300-1,475-4,850-9,075-11,625-11,650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$53,100$52,950$56,300$61,625$95,850$132,875$140,125$192,070
Cost Above Minimum$150$0$3,350$8,675$0$37,025$44,275$96,220
Total Invoice$48,975$50,170$52,220$58,200$93,783$132,285$141,399$189,731
Adjustments for Features0-1,337-277-1,360-4,517-8,457-10,832-10,850
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$48,975$48,833$51,943$56,840$89,266$123,828$130,567$178,881
Cost Above Minimum$142$0$3,110$8,007$0$34,562$41,301$89,615

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

Model Year20142014201420142009200920092009
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesS-ClassS-ClassS-ClassS-Class
Trim328i328d335iActiveHybrid 3S550S63 AMGS600S65 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan, ext.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150 $150     
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300 $1300    
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1200$1200  
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic      $1000$1000
RWD$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100$100$100    
Parking guidance system - passive    $250$250$250$250
Power door closers    $300$300$300$300
Power trunk closer    $350$350$350$350
Remote app$25$25$25$25    
Semi-automated parking system$500$500$500$500    
Sunshades, second row$125$125$125$125    
Sunshades, second row, power    $225$225$225$225
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250$250    
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power    $350$350$350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0$0    
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial    $200$200$200$200
Blind spot warning system    $200$200$200$200
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75    
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75$75    
Night vision      $1750$1750
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system    $0$0$0$0
Rear side airbags    $300$300$300$300
Rollover sensor    $50$50$50$50
Temporary spare tire    $150$150$150$150
Tires, run-flat$150$150$150$150    
Cargo Management 
Cargo net    $40$40$40$40
Console with shifter$150$150$150$150    
Console without shifter    $150$150$150$150
Overhead sunglass holder    $25$25$25$25
Storage compartment under front seat(s)    $50$50$50$50
Climate Control 
Rear air vents with automatic controls    $250$250$250$250
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150$150$150    
Rear dual-zone climate control    $125$125$125$125
Wiper de-icer    $25$25$25$25
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150    
Regenerative braking$0$0$0     
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)$0$0$0$0    
Body kit     $0 $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)     $25 $25
Laminated front side windows    $200$200$200$200
Panoramic sunroof      $1200$1200
Sunroof$900$900$900$900$900$900  
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0$0    
Aux input$50$50$50$50    
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25$25    
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100$100$100    
CD changer, in-dash    $325$325$325$325
CD player$125$125$125$125    
DVD-Audio-compatible player    $0$0$0$0
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0$0    
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200    
HD radio$50$50$50$50    
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150    
iPod integration    $100$100$100$100
Media drive$15$15$15$15    
S Voice support$0$0$0$0    
Satellite radio    $200$200$200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250$250$250    
SD Card slot    $25$25$25$25
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0$0$0    
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25$25    
Surround sound    $250$250$250$250
Text dictation$50$50$50$50    
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25$25    
USB port$25$25$25$25    
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0$0    
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock    $25   
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75$75    
Chronometer     $100$100$100
Compass$0$0$0$0    
Cornering lights    $50$50$50$50
Digital instruments    $0$0$0$0
Fog light, rear    $100$100$100$100
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat    $100$100$100$100
Large energy flow and fuel economy display   $25    
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver     $300$300$300
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger     $300$300$300
Cooled or ventilated front seats    $300$300$300$300
Cooled or ventilated second row seats    $200$200$200$200
Folding second row seats$300$300$300$300    
Leather door panel trim    $250$250$250$250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150 $150 $150
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50    
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50    
Massage, driver seat     $100$100$100
Massage, passenger seat     $100$100$100
Memory system, passenger seat    $150$150$150$150
Memory system, second row seats    $150$150$150$150
Metal pedals     $75  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150$150 $150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150$150$150 $150$150$150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat    $50$50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat    $50$50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats    $75$75$75$75
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat    $100   
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat    $100   
Power recliner, second row seats    $150$150$150$150
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row    $25$25$25$25
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100$100$100$100    
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100$100$100$100    
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat    $100$100$100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat    $100$100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, second row seats    $150$150$150$150
Power-folding headrests, second row seats    $50$50$50$50
Synthetic suede headliner     $650$650$650
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather    $200$200  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather      $1000$1000
Wood trim $300$300$300$300$300$300$300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel    $150 $150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500$500$500$500   
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable     $4000$4000$4000
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable    $1000   
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200    
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0$0  $0 $0
Transmission 
Launch control$100$100$100$100    
Total Value of Features$5,815$7,265$6,115$7,290$10,665$14,890$17,440$17,465
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,450$300$1,475$4,850$9,075$11,625$11,650
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,337-277-1,360-4,517-8,457-10,832-10,850

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

Model Year20142009
Model3-SeriesS-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan, ext.
Wheelbase110.6 in124.6 in
Length182.5 in205.0 in
Width71.3 in73.7 in
Height56.3 in58.0 in
Curb Weight3,411 lb.4,466 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.8 gal.23.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.3 in37.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.1 in59.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.1 in58.7 in
Row 2 Legroom35.1 in42.3 in
Cargo Volume13.0 ft316.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested75065%
Total Not Requested40035%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
Smartphone integration0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0No
Text dictation50No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested70061%
Total Not Requested44039%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested235087%
Total Not Requested35013%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d

Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested75065%
Total Not Requested40035%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
Smartphone integration0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0No
Text dictation50No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested70061%
Total Not Requested44039%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested235087%
Total Not Requested35013%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested75065%
Total Not Requested40035%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
Smartphone integration0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0No
Text dictation50No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested70061%
Total Not Requested44039%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3

Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested75065%
Total Not Requested40035%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
Smartphone integration0No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0No
Text dictation50No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested70061%
Total Not Requested44039%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S550

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Blind spot warning system200No
Parking guidance system - passive250Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested115074%
Total Not Requested40026%
Rear Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated second row seats200No
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Power recliner, second row seats150No
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150Yes
Memory system, second row seats150No
Rear dual-zone climate control125No
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats75No
Power tilt adjuster, second row seats150No
Total Requested35026%
Total Not Requested100074%
Premium II Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power decklid300No
Total Requested85059%
Total Not Requested60041%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S63 AMG

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Blind spot warning system200No
Parking guidance system - passive250Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested115074%
Total Not Requested40026%
Rear Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated second row seats200No
Rear air vents with automatic controls150No
Power recliner, second row seats150No
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150Yes
Memory system, second row seats150No
Rear dual-zone climate control125No
Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats75No
Power tilt adjuster, second row seats150No
Total Requested35026%
Total Not Requested100074%

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