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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: $88,475 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $154,620 | ||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | S-Class |
| Trim | M3 | AMG S65 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Base Price | $65,500 | $229,500 |
| Executive Package | 4,100 | |
| Full Merino Leather | 2,650 | |
| Driving Assistance Package | 500 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 350 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 500 | |
| Wood trim, alternative type | 1,080 | 800 |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 8,150 | 8,950 |
| 255/35YR19 | 1,200 | |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 750 | |
| Executive Package | 3,770 | |
| Full Merino Leather | 2,435 | |
| Driving Assistance Package | 460 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,670 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 320 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 460 | |
| Wood trim, alternative type | 995 | 744 |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 7,500 | 8,324 |
| 255/35YR19 | 1,105 | |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 698 | |
| Options (change) | 21,980 | 10,500 |
| Options (change) | 20,220 | 9,766 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 2,100 |
| Total Price | $88,475 | $243,095 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mercedes-Benz S-Class AMG S65 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $136,595 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $70,903 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | S-Class |
| Trim | M3 | AMG S65 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Engine | 425hp I6 | 621hp V12 |
| Transmission | S7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/24 MPG | 13/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 16 | 1590, 26 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 255/40-20 |
| Total Price | $88,475 | $243,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -18,025 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $88,475 | $225,070 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | S-Class |
| Trim | M3 | AMG S65 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote start via app | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| Animal detection, night | $50 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic seat belt presenters, second row | $50 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | |
| Night vision | $1750 | |
| Pedestrian detection, night | $50 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| 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 | ||
| Fragrance atomizer | $200 | |
| Heated washer fluid system | $50 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Washer fluid outlets in wiper blade | $100 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Carbon fiber engine cover | $0 | |
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Laminated rear side windows | $100 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | |
| Near-field communications (NFC) | $25 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | |
| Automatic seat bolsters, second row | $450 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | $200 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Heated front row armrests | $100 | |
| Heated second row armrests | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Massage, second row seats | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Memory system, second row seats | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats | $225 | |
| Power footrest, right rear seat | $250 | |
| Power headrest fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power legrest, right second row seat | $500 | |
| 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 thigh support length adjuster, second row seats | $150 | |
| Power upper seatback recliner, second row seats | $150 | |
| Rapid-heating front seats | $0 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Active hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $5500 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Camera-linked adaptive suspension | $500 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,565 | $24,590 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $18,025 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -954 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| 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 | 74.8 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 58.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,630 lb. | 4,969 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.3 in | 39.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 59.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 59.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 43.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Executive Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 2200 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 8% |
| Full Merino Leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | -450 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 450 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1000 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1700 | 136% |
| Total Not Requested | -450 | -36% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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