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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: $54,745 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||||
| Difference: $49,960 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $50,265 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||||
| Difference: $47,263 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | SL | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | SL550 | SL600 | SL55 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $43,200 | $49,100 | $95,300 | $133,200 | $129,300 | $187,200 |
| Base Invoice | $39,745 | $45,170 | $88,629 | $123,876 | $120,249 | $174,096 |
| Sport Package | 1,200 | 1,300 | ||||
| Premium Package | 2,650 | 1,550 | ||||
| Navigation system | 2,100 | 2,100 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | ||||
| Satellite radio | 595 | 595 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | 350 | 1,130 | 1,130 | 1,130 | 1,130 |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,400 | 2,400 | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 |
| Proximity key | 500 | 500 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | |||||
| Premium I Package | 3,170 | |||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | 510 | 510 | 510 | 510 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | 220 | 220 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Sport Package | 1,090 | 1,185 | ||||
| Premium Package | 2,410 | 1,410 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,910 | 1,910 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | 430 | ||||
| Satellite radio | 540 | 540 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | 320 | 1,051 | 1,051 | 1,051 | 1,051 |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,135 | 2,135 | 2,046 | 2,046 | 2,046 | 2,046 |
| Proximity key | 455 | 455 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 90 | |||||
| Premium I Package | 2,948 | |||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | 474 | 474 | 474 | 474 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | 205 | 205 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Options (change) | 10,770 | 9,870 | 7,230 | 4,060 | 3,840 | 3,840 |
| Options (change) | 9,745 | 8,930 | 6,724 | 3,776 | 3,571 | 3,571 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 2,600 | 2,600 | 2,600 |
| Total Price | $54,745 | $59,745 | $104,705 | $140,735 | $136,615 | $194,515 |
| Total Invoice | $50,265 | $54,875 | $97,528 | $131,127 | $127,295 | $181,142 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $42,910 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $40,696 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | SL | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | SL550 | SL600 | SL55 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 382hp V8 | 510hp V12 | 510hp V8 | 604hp V12 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | T7 | T5 | T5 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | ?, 13 | 250, 8 | 250, 8 | 250, 8 | 250, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 | 255/40-18 | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $54,745 | $59,745 | $104,705 | $140,735 | $136,615 | $194,515 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -350 | -7,050 | -7,200 | -6,200 | -7,150 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $54,745 | $59,395 | $97,655 | $133,535 | $130,415 | $187,365 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,650 | $0 | $35,880 | $32,760 | $89,710 |
| Total Invoice | $50,265 | $54,875 | $97,528 | $131,127 | $127,295 | $181,142 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -321 | -6,567 | -6,708 | -5,777 | -6,658 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $50,265 | $54,554 | $90,961 | $124,419 | $121,518 | $174,484 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,289 | $0 | $33,458 | $30,557 | $83,523 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | SL | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | SL550 | SL600 | SL55 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Folding second row seats w/o opening to trunk | $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 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $1,825 | $2,175 | $8,875 | $9,025 | $8,025 | $8,975 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $350 | $7,050 | $7,200 | $6,200 | $7,150 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -321 | -6,567 | -6,708 | -5,777 | -6,658 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | SL |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 100.8 in |
| Length | 180.6 in | 178.5 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 54.5 in | 51.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,793 lb. | 4,221 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.0 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.8 in | 42.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 49.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 31.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 9.0 ft3 | 7.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.2 ft3 | 10.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| 255/35WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 38% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1825 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 6% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| 255/35WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 38% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 925 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 12% |
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% |
| Premium I Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 35% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL600
| 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 SL55 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% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL65 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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