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BMW 3-Series vs. Volvo C30 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW 3-Series vs. Volvo C30 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,125

Volvo C30 T5   
Difference: $10,350

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,130

Volvo C30 T5   
Difference: $9,000

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112011201120112012
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesC30
Trim328i335i335isM3T5
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Base Price $37,650 $44,100 $51,100 $58,900 $24,950
Base Invoice $34,840 $40,770 $47,210 $54,390 $23,453
Premium Package 1,950     2,500  
Navigation system 2,100 2,100 2,100    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 550 550 550
Proximity key 500 500 500   450
Heated front seats 500 500      
Aluminum trim 0 0      
Satellite radio - one year subscription 350 350 350 350  
iPod integration   400 400    
Leather seating surfaces   1,450 1,450   1,200
Cold Weather Package     750 750  
Convenience Package       2,900  
Sunroof       0  
Rear spoiler       0  
Climate Package         900
Platinum Package         2,400
Premier Plus Package         2,000
Xenon HID headlights         800
Premium Package 1,775     2,275  
Navigation system 1,910 1,910 1,910    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500 500 500 517
Proximity key 455 455 455   423
Heated front seats 455 455      
Aluminum trim 0 0      
Satellite radio - one year subscription 320 320 320 320  
iPod integration   365 365    
Leather seating surfaces   1,320 1,320   1,128
Cold Weather Package     685 685  
Convenience Package       2,640  
Sunroof       0  
Rear spoiler       0  
Climate Package         846
Platinum Package         2,256
Premier Plus Package         1,880
Xenon HID headlights         752
Options (change) 5,950 5,850 6,100 7,050 8,300
Options (change) 5,415 5,325 5,555 6,420 7,802
Destination 875 875 875 875 875
Gas Tax 0 0 0 1,300 0
Total Price $44,475 $50,825 $58,075 $68,125 $34,125
Total Invoice $41,130 $46,970 $53,640 $62,985 $32,130

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volvo C30

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volvo C30 T5
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,130
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,947
Model Year20112011201120112012
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesC30
Trim328i335i335isM3T5
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Engine230hp I6300hp I6320hp I6414hp V8227hp I5
TransmissionT6M6M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)180, 8180, 8180, 8180, 8650, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17225/45-17225/40-18245/40-18205/50-17
Total Price$44,475$50,825$58,075$68,125$34,125
Adjustments for Features-2,220-195-395-2,5450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$42,255$50,630$57,680$65,580$34,125
Cost Above Minimum$0$8,375$15,425$23,325$0
Total Invoice$41,130$46,970$53,640$62,985$32,130
Adjustments for Features-2,053-180-365-2,3530
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$39,077$46,790$53,275$60,632$32,130
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,713$14,198$21,555$0

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Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volvo C30

Model Year20112011201120112012
Model3-Series3-Series3-Series3-SeriesC30
Trim328i335i335isM3T5
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100    
6-speed manual $150 $150$150
-speed   $0  
RWD$0$0$0$0 
FWD    $0
Accessories 
Remote app$25  $25 
Universal garage door opener$100  $100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic seat belt presenters, front row$100$100$100$100 
Obstacle detection, rear   $250 
Temporary spare tire    $150
Tires, run-flat$150$150$150  
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50$50 
Cargo mat$40$40$40$40 
Rear seat pass-through$100$100$100$100 
Second-row low console$100$100$100$100 
Ski sack  $50$50 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15 
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150$150$150 
Rear wiper    $175
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential   $300 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop   $150 
Raised top speed limiter  $0  
Exterior 
Body kit (gray/black)    $0
Rear spoiler   $200 
Sport rocker panels (optional)   $0 
Wheel-lip moldings    $75
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming   $25$25
Bluetooth cell phone link$100  $100$100
iPod integration$100$100$100$100 
Media drive$15$15$15$15 
Satellite radio    $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250$250$250 
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25 
Surround sound    $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200  $200 
USB port    $25
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0$0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100$100$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75  $75 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75  $75 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150  $150 
Automatic headlights$125$125$125$125 
Automatic-off headlights    $25
Compass$0  $0 
Fog light, rear    $100
Fog lights$125$125   
Headlight washers  $50$50$50
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150$150 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25$25 
Power-folding mirrors$50  $50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100$100 
Floor mats    $75
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat    $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat    $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50 
Memory system, passenger seat    $150
Metal pedals  $75  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150  $150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150  $150 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat  $100$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat  $100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0$0$0 
Total Value of Features$3,870$1,845$2,045$4,195$1,650
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,220$195$395$2,545$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,053-180-365-2,3530

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Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Volvo C30

Model Year20112012
Model3-SeriesC30
Body2dr Coupe2dr Hatch
Wheelbase108.7 in103.9 in
Length181.1 in167.4 in
Width70.2 in70.2 in
Height54.1 in57.0 in
Curb Weight3,363 lb.3,212 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.4 in38.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in53.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in36.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room51.9 in47.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in41.5 in
Row 2 Legroom33.7 in33.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
11.1 ft312.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
11.120.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Remote app25No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested190066%
Total Not Requested97534%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested62584%
Total Not Requested11516%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested62584%
Total Not Requested11516%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335is

Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Ski sack50No
Total Requested25083%
Total Not Requested5017%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested62584%
Total Not Requested11516%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Universal garage door opener100No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Aluminum trim100Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested157574%
Total Not Requested55026%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100No
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested97568%
Total Not Requested46532%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Ski sack50No
Total Requested25083%
Total Not Requested5017%

Option Package Details
Volvo C30 T5

Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Automatic air recirculation100Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Platinum Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
Traffic information25Yes
Unbranded, 650W, 10 speakers350No
Total Requested82558%
Total Not Requested60042%
Premier Plus Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Aluminum trim100Yes
Total Requested190093%
Total Not Requested1507%

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