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BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $50,790

Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250   
Difference: $5,405

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2016201620162016202020202020
ModelX3X3X3X3CLACLACLA
TrimsDrive28ixDrive28ixDrive28dxDrive35iCLA250AMG CLA35AMG CLA45
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $38,950 $40,950 $42,450 $46,800 $36,650 $46,900 $54,800
M Sport Package 2,600 2,700 2,400 2,700      
Driver Assistance Package 950 950 950 950 1,500 1,500 1,500
Premium Package 3,200 3,200 3,200 2,200 1,800 1,800 1,800
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 1,900 1,900 1,900 1,900      
Navigation system 1,950 1,950 1,950 1,950      
Text dictation 0 0 0 0      
Dynamic Handling Package 1,300 1,300 1,300 1,300      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 550 550 720 720 720
Heated front seats 500 500 500 500      
Semi-automated parking system 500 500 500 500      
LED headlights 1,900 1,900 1,900 1,900      
Steering-linked headlights 900 900 900        
Convenience Package         400 400 400
Parktronic Package         970 970 970
Interior Package         1,650 1,650  
Multimedia Package         2,300 2,300 2,300
Wood trim         325 325 325
Adaptive dampers - electrical         850 850 850
Sunroof, large         1,480 1,480 1,480
Rear spoiler         300    
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only         850    
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package             1,650
AMG Performance Seats             2,250
M Sport Package 2,365 2,455 2,185 2,455      
Driver Assistance Package 865 865 865 865 1,395 1,395 1,395
Premium Package 2,910 2,910 2,910 2,000 1,674 1,674 1,674
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 1,730 1,730 1,730 1,730      
Navigation system 1,775 1,775 1,775 1,775      
Text dictation 0 0 0 0      
Dynamic Handling Package 1,185 1,185 1,185 1,185      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500 500 500 669 669 669
Heated front seats 455 455 455 455      
Semi-automated parking system 455 455 455 455      
LED headlights 1,730 1,730 1,730 1,730      
Steering-linked headlights 820 820 820        
Convenience Package         372 372 372
Parktronic Package         902 902 902
Interior Package         1,535 1,535  
Multimedia Package         2,139 2,139 2,139
Wood trim         302 302 302
Adaptive dampers - electrical         791 791 791
Sunroof, large         1,376 1,376 1,376
Rear spoiler         273    
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only         791    
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package             1,535
AMG Performance Seats             2,093
Options (change) 16,250 16,350 16,050 14,450 13,145 11,995 14,245
Options (change) 14,790 14,880 14,610 13,150 12,219 11,155 13,248
Destination 995 995 995 995 995 995 995
Total Price $56,195 $58,295 $59,495 $62,245 $50,790 $59,890 $70,040

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA35
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,635
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $39,127
Model Year2016201620162016202020202020
ModelX3X3X3X3CLACLACLA
TrimsDrive28ixDrive28ixDrive28dxDrive35iCLA250AMG CLA35AMG CLA45
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine240hp I4240hp I4180hp I4 D300hp I6221hp I4302hp I4382hp I4
TransmissionT8T8T8T8S7S7S8
DrivetrainRWDAWDAWDAWDFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)205, 12205, 12205, 12600, 16?, 8?, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-19245/45-19245/45-19245/45-19225/45-18235/40-18255/35-19
Total Price$56,195$58,295$59,495$62,245$50,790$59,890$70,040
Adjustments for Features-1,770-3,820-3,820-4,0700-3,075-2,925
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$54,425$54,475$55,675$58,175$50,790$56,815$67,115
Cost Above Minimum$0$50$1,250$3,750$0$6,025$16,325

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Features Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year2016201620162016202020202020
ModelX3X3X3X3CLACLACLA
TrimsDrive28ixDrive28ixDrive28dxDrive35iCLA250AMG CLA35AMG CLA45
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300$1300$1300   
7-speed automated manual    $1200$1200 
8-speed automated manual      $1300
RWD$0      
AWD $1700$1700$1700 $1700$1700
FWD    $0  
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate    $100$100$100
Power liftgate$350$350$350$350   
Remote climate control    $25$25$25
Remote start via app    $75$75$75
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15$15   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0$0   
Automatic braking, low-speed    $200$200$200
Blind spot warning system    $200$200$200
Driver drowsiness monitor    $150$150$150
Hill descent control $250$250$250   
Knee airbag, driver    $75$75$75
Knee airbag, passenger    $75$75$75
Rollover sensor    $50$50$50
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100$100$100 $100$100
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50$50$50$50   
Cargo cover$75$75$75$75   
Cargo mat$40$40$40$40   
Console with shifter$150$150$150$150 $150$150
Console without shifter    $150  
Overhead sunglass holder    $25$25$25
Roof rails$250$250$250$250   
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125$125$125$125   
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100$100   
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15   
Rear air vents    $100$100$100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150$150$150   
Rear wiper$175$175$175$175   
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust     $250$250
Regenerative braking$0$0$0$0   
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)$0$0$0$0 $0$0
Body kit     $0$0
Bodyside cladding$350$350$350$350   
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275$275$275   
Front splitter spoiler     $200$200
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200$1200   
Sport rocker panels (optional)$0$0$0$0   
Sunroof, large    $1100$1100$1100
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75$75$75   
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0$0$0   
Android Auto support    $100$100$100
Apple CarPlay support    $100$100$100
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200   
S Voice support$0$0$0$0   
Satellite radio    $200$200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250$250$250   
SD Card slot    $25$25$25
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0$0$0   
Surround sound   $250   
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200$200   
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation    $225$225$225
Text dictation$50$50$50$50   
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0$0   
Voice recorder$0$0$0$0   
Wi-Fi hotspot    $50$50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200$200   
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75$75   
Chronometer     $100$100
Fog light, rear    $100$100$100
Fog lights$125$125$125$125   
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150$150   
Interior ambient lighting, configurable    $150$150$150
LED headlights$1000$1000$1000$1000   
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only    $750$750$750
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50$50   
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150$150   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Color seat belts      $0
Interior trim, special color      $0
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50 $50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50 $50 
Memory system, passenger seat    $150$150$150
Metal pedals     $75$75
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100$100$100$100  $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100$100$100$100  $100
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat      $100
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces     $450 
Upholstered instrument panel    $300$300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)     $0$0
Sport suspension (upgrade)     $0$0
Transmission 
Launch control     $100$100
Total Value of Features$7,445$9,495$9,495$9,745$5,675$8,750$8,600
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,770$3,820$3,820$4,070$0$3,075$2,925
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,647-3,554-3,553-3,7850-624-595

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Specifications Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year20162020
ModelX3CLA
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase110.6 in107.4 in
Length183.8 in184.6 in
Width74.1 in72.0 in
Height66.1 in56.7 in
Curb Weight4,031 lb.3,363 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.7 gal.13.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.7 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom39.9 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom39.1 in35.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.0 in54.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.5 in33.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
27.6 ft311.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
63.3 ft311.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW X3 sDrive28i

M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Bodyside cladding100No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
245/45WR19 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Total Requested60055%
Total Not Requested50045%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145048%
Total Not Requested155052%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive28i

M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Bodyside cladding100No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
245/45WR19 tires400No
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145048%
Total Not Requested155052%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive28d

M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Bodyside cladding100No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
245/45WR19 tires400No
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145048%
Total Not Requested155052%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive35i

M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Bodyside cladding100No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
245/45WR19 tires400No
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250

LED headlights, single projector or low beam only
FeatureValueRequested?
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750Yes
LED tail lights0No
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested65068%
Total Not Requested30032%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested89078%
Total Not Requested25022%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA35

Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested100077%
Total Not Requested30023%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested65068%
Total Not Requested30032%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested89078%
Total Not Requested25022%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA45

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested65068%
Total Not Requested30032%
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Interior trim, special color0No
Color seat belts0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested100077%
Total Not Requested30023%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested89078%
Total Not Requested25022%
AMG Performance Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%

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