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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: $90,145 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $74,330 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $83,435 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $69,593 | ||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | SL |
| Trim | M3 | AMG SL63 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $63,500 | $151,350 |
| Base Invoice | $59,100 | $140,756 |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | |
| LED headlights | 1,900 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 2,650 | |
| Executive Package | 3,500 | |
| Competition Package | 5,500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 8,150 | 8,950 |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 750 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 1,000 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | 1,500 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,640 | |
| LED headlights | 1,730 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 2,410 | |
| Executive Package | 3,185 | |
| Competition Package | 5,005 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | 455 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 7,415 | 8,324 |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 698 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 930 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | 1,395 | |
| Options (change) | 25,650 | 12,200 |
| Options (change) | 23,340 | 11,347 |
| Destination | 995 | 925 |
| Total Price | $90,145 | $164,475 |
| Total Invoice | $83,435 | $153,028 |
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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: $59,995 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $56,256 | ||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | SL |
| Trim | M3 | AMG SL63 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 444hp I6 | 577hp V8 |
| Transmission | S7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/24 MPG | 16/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 16 | 600, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 265/30-20 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $90,145 | $164,475 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -14,335 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $90,145 | $150,140 |
| Total Invoice | $83,435 | $153,028 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -13,337 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $83,435 | $139,691 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2016 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | SL |
| Trim | M3 | AMG SL63 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Wind blocker, power small | $300 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Adaptive windshield washer system | $0 | |
| Heated washer fluid system | $50 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Washer fluid outlets in wiper blade | $100 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |
| Painted brake calipers, alternate color | $0 | |
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| 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 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| 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 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Active curve tilting | $1000 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,465 | $20,800 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $14,335 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -13,337 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2016 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | SL |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 101.7 in |
| Length | 182.5 in | 182.3 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 73.9 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 51.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,595 lb. | 4,112 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 19.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.3 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 42.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 | 13.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Executive Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 54% |
| Competition Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Polished alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Sport exhaust | 0 | No |
| 285/30YR20 tires | 200 | No |
| Painted brake calipers, alternate color | 0 | No |
| 265/30YR20 tires | 200 | No |
| turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 444 hp@7000 406 lb-ft@1850 | 1000 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1750 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 19% |
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