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BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-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 S-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $66,520 BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3 | ||
| Difference: $38,015 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $61,825 BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3 | ||
| Difference: $35,525 | ||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | S-Class |
| Trim | ActiveHybrid 3 | S400 Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Base Price | $50,150 | $91,850 |
| Base Invoice | $46,820 | $85,421 |
| Sport Line | 1,700 | |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | |
| Driver Assistance Plus | 1,900 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 950 | 2,900 |
| Cold Weather Package | 950 | |
| Premium Package | 2,200 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 250 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,200 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 950 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | |
| Rear Seat Package | 3,040 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 3,630 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 490 | |
| Sunshades, second row, power | 750 | |
| Sport Line | 1,545 | |
| Navigation system | 1,955 | |
| Driver Assistance Plus | 1,730 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 865 | 2,697 |
| Cold Weather Package | 865 | |
| Premium Package | 2,000 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 230 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,090 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 865 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | 455 | |
| Rear Seat Package | 2,827 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 3,376 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 456 | |
| Sunshades, second row, power | 698 | |
| Options (change) | 15,375 | 10,810 |
| Options (change) | 14,010 | 10,054 |
| Destination | 995 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 1,000 |
| Total Price | $66,520 | $104,535 |
| Total Invoice | $61,825 | $97,350 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $34,840 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $32,568 | ||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | S-Class |
| Trim | ActiveHybrid 3 | S400 Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Engine | 335hp I6 H | 275hp V6 H |
| Transmission | T8 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 25/33 MPG | 19/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 9 | 600, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 255/45-18 |
| Total Price | $66,520 | $104,535 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,175 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $66,520 | $101,360 |
| Total Invoice | $61,825 | $97,350 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,957 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $61,825 | $94,393 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | S-Class |
| Trim | ActiveHybrid 3 | S400 Hybrid |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| 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 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| 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 with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| 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 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | $200 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Memory system, second row seats | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power recliner, second row seats | $150 | |
| 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 tilt adjuster, second row seats | $150 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather | $200 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,815 | $9,990 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,957 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | S-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 124.6 in |
| Length | 182.5 in | 206.5 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 58.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,910 lb. | 4,630 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 23.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.3 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 59.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 59.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 58.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 59.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 42.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| 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 | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
| 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% |
| 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% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 19% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S400 Hybrid
| Rear Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Power recliner, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 26% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 74% |
| 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? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | 300 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | 300 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 38% |
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