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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: $52,045

Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 250   
Difference: $6,950

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182018202120212021
ModelX3X3CLACLACLA
TrimxDrive30iM40iCLA 250AMG CLA 35AMG CLA 45
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $42,450 $54,300 $37,850 $47,850 $55,350
M Sport Design 4,100        
Adaptive dampers - electrical 1,000 700 850 850 850
Driving Assistance Package 900 900      
Premium Tier 3,300 2,950      
Parking Assistance Package 1,300 700      
Panoramic sunroof 1,200        
Apple CarPlay support 300 300      
Leather seating surfaces 1,700 1,700      
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 1,200 1,200      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 720 720 720
Multimedia Package     2,300 2,300 2,300
Premium Package     1,800 1,800 1,800
Interior Package     1,650 1,650  
Driver Assistance Package     1,500 1,500 1,500
Parktronic Package     970 970 970
Convenience Package     400 400 400
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only     850    
Rear spoiler     300    
Sunroof, large     1,480 1,480 1,480
Wood trim     325 325 325
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package         1,650
M Sport Design 3,770        
Adaptive dampers - electrical 920 645 791 791 791
Driving Assistance Package 830 830      
Premium Tier 3,035 2,715      
Parking Assistance Package 1,195 645      
Panoramic sunroof 1,105        
Apple CarPlay support 275 275      
Leather seating surfaces 1,565 1,565      
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 1,105 1,105      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 505 505 669 669 669
Multimedia Package     2,139 2,139 2,139
Premium Package     1,674 1,674 1,674
Interior Package     1,535 1,535  
Driver Assistance Package     1,395 1,395 1,395
Parktronic Package     902 902 902
Convenience Package     372 372 372
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only     791    
Rear spoiler     273    
Sunroof, large     1,376 1,376 1,376
Wood trim     302 302 302
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package         1,535
Options (change) 15,550 9,000 13,145 11,995 11,995
Options (change) 14,305 8,285 12,219 11,155 11,155
Destination 995 995 1,050 1,050 1,050
Total Price $58,995 $64,295 $52,045 $60,895 $68,395

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

Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 250
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 35
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,680
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $38,917
Model Year20182018202120212021
ModelX3X3CLACLACLA
TrimxDrive30iM40iCLA 250AMG CLA 35AMG CLA 45
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine248hp I4355hp I6221hp I4302hp I4382hp I4
TransmissionT8T8S7S7S8
DrivetrainAWDAWDFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)205, 12205, 12?, 8?, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/50-19245/50-19225/45-18235/40-18255/35-19
Total Price$58,995$64,295$52,045$60,895$68,395
Adjustments for Features-5,270-5,7200-3,075-2,725
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$53,725$58,575$52,045$57,820$65,670
Cost Above Minimum$0$4,850$0$5,775$13,625

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Features Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year20182018202120212021
ModelX3X3CLACLACLA
TrimxDrive30iM40iCLA 250AMG CLA 35AMG CLA 45
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300   
7-speed automated manual  $1200$1200 
8-speed automated manual    $1300
AWD$1700$1700 $1700$1700
FWD  $0  
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel$100$100   
Power liftgate$350$350   
Remote climate control  $25$25$25
Remote start via app  $75$75$75
Remote window/roof operation$15$15   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Around view cameras$500$500   
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial  $200$200$200
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100   
Driver drowsiness monitor  $150$150$150
Hill descent control$250$250   
Knee airbag, driver  $75$75$75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75$75$75
Pedestrian detection$50$50   
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system  $0$0$0
Rearview camera  $200$200$200
Rollover sensor  $50$50$50
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100 $100$100
Wide-view front camera$150$150   
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50$50   
Cargo cover$75$75   
Cargo mat$40$40   
Console with shifter$150$150 $150$150
Console without shifter  $150  
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25$25
Roof rails$250$250   
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125$125   
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100   
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15   
Rear air vents  $100$100$100
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250$250   
Rear wiper$175$175   
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust   $250$250
Raised top speed limiter $0   
Regenerative braking$0$0   
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0$0   
Black exterior trim (optional)$0$0 $0$0
Body kit   $0$0
Bodyside cladding$350$350   
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275   
Front splitter spoiler   $200$200
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200   
Sport rocker panels (optional)$0$0   
Sunroof, large  $1100$1100$1100
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75   
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0   
Android Auto support  $100$100$100
Handwriting recognition$200$200   
S Voice support$0$0   
Satellite radio  $200$200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250   
SD Card slot  $25$25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200   
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225$225$225
Voice control for external devices$0$0   
Voice recorder$0$0   
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50$50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200   
Chronometer   $100$100
Fog light, rear  $100$100$100
Fog lights$125$125   
Head-up display (HUD)$350$350   
Interior ambient lighting$150$150   
Interior ambient lighting, configurable  $150$150$150
LED headlights $1000   
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750 $750$750$750
Power-folding mirrors$50$50   
Steering-linked headlights$150$150   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Color seat belts    $0
Interior trim, special color    $0
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75   
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50$50 $50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 $50$50
Memory system, passenger seat  $150$150$150
Metal pedals   $75$75
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100$100   
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100$100   
Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces   $450 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)   $0$0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 $0$0
Transmission 
Launch control$100$100 $100$100
Total Value of Features$10,445$10,895$5,175$8,250$7,900
Value of Feature Adjustments$5,270$5,720$0$3,075$2,725
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,954-5,3790-616-486

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Specifications Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA

Model Year20182021
ModelX3CLA
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.8 in107.4 in
Length185.9 in184.6 in
Width74.4 in72.0 in
Height66.0 in56.7 in
Curb Weight4,151 lb.3,363 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.7 gal.13.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.1 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.5 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom40.3 in41.8 in
Row 2 Headroom39.1 in35.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.0 in54.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.4 in33.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
28.7 ft311.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
62.7 ft311.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive30i

M Sport Design
FeatureValueRequested?
Bodyside cladding100No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Upholstered instrument panel300Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
245/50WR19 tires400No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested95051%
Total Not Requested90049%
Driving Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Speed limit information0No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested80084%
Total Not Requested15016%
Premium Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Head-up display (HUD)350No
245/50WR19 tires400No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested111552%
Total Not Requested105048%
Parking Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Wide-view front camera150No
Total Requested90067%
Total Not Requested45033%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 M40i

Driving Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Speed limit information0No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested80084%
Total Not Requested15016%
Premium Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Head-up display (HUD)350No
245/50WR19 tires400No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested111552%
Total Not Requested105048%
Parking Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Wide-view front camera150No
Total Requested50053%
Total Not Requested45047%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA 250

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%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
Android Auto support100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested99087%
Total Not Requested15013%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested1200100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Total Requested900100%
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%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 35

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
Android Auto support100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested99087%
Total Not Requested15013%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Total Requested900100%
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%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA 45

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
Android Auto support100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested99087%
Total Not Requested15013%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%
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 panel300Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Total Requested900100%
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%

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