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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: $77,345 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||||
| Difference: $32,450 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $71,485 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||||
| Difference: $30,776 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | M3 | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $68,750 | $102,600 | $139,050 | $198,750 |
| Base Invoice | $63,430 | $95,418 | $129,316 | $184,838 |
| Premium Package | 2,500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,100 | |||
| Heated front seats | 500 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,850 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,170 | 1,170 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,275 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,000 | |||
| Heated front seats | 455 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,580 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,088 | 1,088 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,000 | 5,020 | 1,170 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 5,460 | 4,668 | 1,088 | 0 |
| Destination | 895 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 1,700 | 1,300 | 2,600 | 2,600 |
| Total Price | $77,345 | $109,795 | $143,695 | $202,225 |
| Total Invoice | $71,485 | $102,261 | $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 M3 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $26,250 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $25,001 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | M3 | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 414hp V8 | 382hp V8 | 518hp V8 | 604hp V12 |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | T7 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | 510, 10 | 510, 10 | 510, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $77,345 | $109,795 | $143,695 | $202,225 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,200 | -6,200 | -7,250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $77,345 | $103,595 | $137,495 | $194,975 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $33,900 | $91,380 |
| Total Invoice | $71,485 | $102,261 | $133,879 | $188,313 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,775 | -5,776 | -6,751 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $71,485 | $96,486 | $128,103 | $181,562 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $31,617 | $85,076 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | 3-Series | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | M3 | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Folding second row seats w/o opening to trunk | $75 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | ||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,350 | $9,550 | $9,550 | $10,600 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $6,200 | $6,200 | $7,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -5,775 | -5,776 | -6,751 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| 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 | 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 | 7.2 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 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1415 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 14% |
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 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| 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 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 55% |
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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