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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: $78,620 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $66,475 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $72,600 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $62,581 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | SL |
| Trim | M3 | SL63 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $64,950 | $140,440 |
| Base Invoice | $59,935 | $130,609 |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,700 | |
| Premium Package | 1,350 | |
| Technology Package | 3,250 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| HD radio | 350 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,100 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | 1,180 |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,455 | |
| Premium Package | 1,230 | |
| Technology Package | 2,960 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| HD radio | 315 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,000 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | 1,097 |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | |
| Options (change) | 11,145 | 1,180 |
| Options (change) | 10,140 | 1,097 |
| Destination | 825 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 1,700 | 2,600 |
| Total Price | $78,620 | $145,095 |
| Total Invoice | $72,600 | $135,181 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $60,285 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $56,814 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | SL |
| Trim | M3 | SL63 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 414hp V8 | 518hp V8 |
| Transmission | S7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 14/20 MPG | 12/19 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | 510, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $78,620 | $145,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,190 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $78,620 | $138,905 |
| Total Invoice | $72,600 | $135,181 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,767 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $72,600 | $129,414 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | SL |
| Trim | M3 | SL63 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Folding second row seats w/o opening to trunk | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,925 | $10,115 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $6,190 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -5,767 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | SL |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 100.8 in |
| Length | 180.6 in | 180.4 in |
| Width | 70.2 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 54.5 in | 51.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,145 lb. | 4,274 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 | 7.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.2 ft3 | 10.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 475 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 32% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1475 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 12% |
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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