BMW 7-Series BMW 7-Series 2011 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2007

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

BMW 7-Series vs. BMW 3-Series 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.

BMW 7-Series vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $47,720

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $32,055

Lowest Total Invoice: $43,725

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $29,815

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2011201120072007
Model7-Series7-Series3-Series3-Series
Trim740i750i328i335i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $70,650 $82,500 $32,400 $38,900
Base Invoice $65,200 $76,100 $29,810 $35,790
Multicontour seats 1,300      
Premium Sound Package 1,800 1,800    
Sunshade, rear, power 1,000 1,000 575 575
Active steering 1,750 1,750 1,400 1,400
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 2,400 2,400    
Premium Package     3,250 2,550
Sport Package (AWD)     1,200 900
Navigation system     2,100 2,100
Steering-linked headlights     800  
Metallic paint (extra cost)     475 475
Obstacle detection, rear     350 350
iPod integration     400 400
Heated front seats     500 500
HD radio     500 500
Satellite radio     595 595
Adaptive cruise control     2,400 2,400
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls       100
Multicontour seats 1,185      
Premium Sound Package 1,640 1,640    
Sunshade, rear, power 910 910 525 525
Active steering 1,595 1,595 1,230 1,230
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 2,135 2,135    
Premium Package     2,960 2,320
Sport Package (AWD)     1,090 820
Navigation system     1,910 1,910
Steering-linked headlights     730  
Metallic paint (extra cost)     430 430
Obstacle detection, rear     320 320
iPod integration     365 365
Heated front seats     455 455
HD radio     450 450
Satellite radio     540 540
Adaptive cruise control     2,135 2,135
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls       90
Options (change) 8,250 6,950 14,545 12,845
Options (change) 7,465 6,280 13,140 11,590
Destination 875 875 775 775
Gas Tax 0 1,000 0 0
Total Price $79,775 $91,325 $47,720 $52,520
Total Invoice $73,540 $84,255 $43,725 $48,155

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation BMW 7-Series dealer quotes or BMW 3-Series dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 7-Series vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $26,480
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $24,676
Model Year2011201120072007
Model7-Series7-Series3-Series3-Series
Trim740i750i328i335i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine315hp I6400hp V8230hp I6300hp I6
TransmissionT6T6M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)600, 16600, 16?, 10?, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/50-18245/50-18225/45-17225/45-17
Total Price$79,775$91,325$47,720$52,520
Adjustments for Features-5,575-5,7750-350
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$74,200$85,550$47,720$52,170
Cost Above Minimum$0$11,350$0$4,450
Total Invoice$73,540$84,255$43,725$48,155
Adjustments for Features-5,139-5,3280-321
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$68,401$78,927$43,725$47,834
Cost Above Minimum$0$10,526$0$4,109

Return to top

Features Comparison: BMW 7-Series vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year2011201120072007
Model7-Series7-Series3-Series3-Series
Trim740i750i328i335i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100  
6-speed manual  $150$150
RWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control  $600$600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850  
Remote app$25$25  
Sunshades, second row  $125$125
Sunshades, second row, power$225$225  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0  
Forward collision warning$200$200  
Knee airbag, driver$75$75  
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75  
Obstacle detection, front$150$150  
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0  
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat  $40$40
Climate Control 
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250$250  
Rear air vents with manual controls  $150$150
Rear dual-zone climate control$125$125  
Wiper de-icer$25$25  
Engine / Motor 
Regenerative braking$0$0  
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25  
iPod integration  $100$100
Media drive$15$15  
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25  
Surround sound$250$250 $250
Voice control for external devices$0$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Cornering lights$50$50  
Headlight washers$50$50  
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat$100$100  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Floor mats$75$75  
Heated front seats $200$200$200
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150  
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50  
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50  
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100  
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat$100$100  
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat$100$100  
Upholstered instrument panel$300$300  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500  
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200  
Rear wheel steering$1500$1500  
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100 $100
Total Value of Features$7,290$7,490$1,715$2,065
Value of Feature Adjustments$5,575$5,775$0$350
Value of Feature Adjustments-5,139-5,3280-321

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: BMW 7-Series vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20112007
Model7-Series3-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase120.9 in108.7 in
Length199.8 in178.2 in
Width74.9 in71.5 in
Height58.3 in55.9 in
Curb Weight4,345 lb.3,341 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.7 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.2 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.2 in41.5 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.2 in55.1 in
Row 2 Legroom38.4 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume17.7 ft312.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
BMW 7-Series 740i

Multicontour seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested30035%
Total Not Requested55065%
Premium Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
iPod integration100Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Voice control for external devices0No
Total Requested35037%
Total Not Requested60063%

Option Package Details
BMW 7-Series 750i

Premium Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
iPod integration100Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Voice control for external devices0No
Total Requested35037%
Total Not Requested60063%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%
Steering-linked headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
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 Requested2850100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Package (AWD)
FeatureValueRequested?
225/45HR17 tires400No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Alloy wheels, optional design0No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested40050%
Total Not Requested40050%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Package (AWD)
FeatureValueRequested?
225/45HR17 tires400No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Alloy wheels, optional design0No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested40050%
Total Not Requested40050%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Total Requested1950100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all BMW models.