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BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $48,320 BMW 3-Series 325Ci | |||||
| Difference: $57,625 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,215 BMW 3-Series 325Ci | |||||
| Difference: $54,466 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 325Ci | M3 | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $39,600 | $56,600 | $102,600 | $139,050 | $198,750 |
| Base Invoice | $36,215 | $51,685 | $95,418 | $129,316 | $184,838 |
| Sport Package | 1,200 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | ||||
| Premium Package | 1,200 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package (convertible) | 750 | 750 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,800 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | 350 | 1,170 | 1,170 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 400 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | 700 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||
| Sport Package | 1,090 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | ||||
| Premium Package | 1,090 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package (convertible) | 685 | 685 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | 430 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,640 | 1,640 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | 320 | 1,088 | 1,088 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 365 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | 635 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||
| Options (change) | 8,025 | 4,475 | 1,170 | 1,170 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 7,305 | 4,075 | 1,088 | 1,088 | 0 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 1,000 | 1,300 | 2,600 | 2,600 |
| Total Price | $48,320 | $62,770 | $105,945 | $143,695 | $202,225 |
| Total Invoice | $44,215 | $57,455 | $98,681 | $133,879 | $188,313 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 325Ci | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $46,935 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $44,509 | |||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 325Ci | M3 | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 184hp I6 | 333hp I6 | 382hp V8 | 518hp V8 | 604hp V12 |
| Transmission | M5 | M6 | T7 | T7 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | ?, 10 | 510, 10 | 510, 10 | 510, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-18 | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $48,320 | $62,770 | $105,945 | $143,695 | $202,225 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -220 | -10,690 | -11,390 | -12,440 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,320 | $62,550 | $95,255 | $132,305 | $189,785 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $14,230 | $0 | $37,050 | $94,530 |
| Total Invoice | $44,215 | $57,455 | $98,681 | $133,879 | $188,313 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -201 | -9,957 | -10,612 | -11,584 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,215 | $57,254 | $88,724 | $123,267 | $176,729 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $13,039 | $0 | $34,543 | $88,005 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 325Ci | M3 | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | ||||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | ||||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | |||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $6,350 | $6,570 | $17,040 | $17,740 | $18,790 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $220 | $10,690 | $11,390 | $12,440 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -201 | -9,957 | -10,612 | -11,584 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | SL |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 107.3 in | 100.8 in |
| Length | 176.7 in | 180.4 in |
| Width | 69.2 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 54.0 in | 51.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,561 lb. | 4,221 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.6 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.0 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.5 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 42.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 45.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 32.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.7 ft3 | 7.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.7 | 10.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 325Ci
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/45WR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 47% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 12% |
| Cold Weather Package (convertible) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Cold Weather Package (convertible) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL550
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL63 AMG
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
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