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

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BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $50,575

BMW X3 xDrive28i   
Difference: $11,195

Lowest Total Invoice: $46,660

BMW X3 xDrive28i   
Difference: $10,849

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012201220122012
ModelX3X3M-ClassM-ClassM-Class
TrimxDrive28ixDrive35iML350ML550ML63 AMG
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $37,100 $42,700 $48,990 $57,590 $94,990
Base Invoice $34,310 $39,465 $45,561 $53,559 $88,341
Dynamic Handling Package 1,400 1,400      
Premium Package 3,450 3,450      
Obstacle detection, rear 750 750 970 970  
Navigation system 2,150 2,150      
Heated second row seats 450 450 620 620 620
Cold Weather Package 700 700      
Convenience Package 1,700        
Satellite radio - one year subscription 350 350      
Rearview camera 400 400      
Auto-dimming headlights 250 250      
Cargo area partition net 180 180      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 720 720  
Roof rails 250 250      
Premium 2 Package     5,370 5,370  
Lighting Package     1,290 1,290  
Leather seating surfaces     1,620 1,620  
Panoramic sunroof     1,090 1,090 1,090
Heated steering wheel     225 225 225
Dynamic Handling Package 1,275 1,275      
Premium Package 3,140 3,140      
Obstacle detection, rear 685 685 902 902  
Navigation system 1,955 1,955      
Heated second row seats 410 410 577 577 577
Cold Weather Package 635 635      
Convenience Package 1,545        
Satellite radio - one year subscription 320 320      
Rearview camera 365 365      
Auto-dimming headlights 230 230      
Cargo area partition net 165 165      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500 670 670  
Roof rails 230 230      
Premium 2 Package     4,994 4,994  
Lighting Package     1,200 1,200  
Leather seating surfaces     1,507 1,507  
Panoramic sunroof     1,014 1,014 1,014
Heated steering wheel     209 209 209
Options (change) 12,580 10,880 11,905 11,905 1,935
Options (change) 11,455 9,910 11,073 11,073 1,800
Destination 895 895 875 875 875
Total Price $50,575 $54,475 $61,770 $70,370 $97,800
Total Invoice $46,660 $50,270 $57,509 $65,507 $91,016

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW X3 xDrive28i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,870
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,546
Model Year20122012201220122012
ModelX3X3M-ClassM-ClassM-Class
TrimxDrive28ixDrive35iML350ML550ML63 AMG
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine240hp I6300hp I6302hp V6402hp V8518hp V8
TransmissionT8T8T7T7T7
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)205, 12205, 12830, 14830, 14830, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/55-17245/50-18255/50-19255/50-19265/45-20
Total Price$50,575$54,475$61,770$70,370$97,800
Adjustments for Features00-325-675-5,200
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$50,575$54,475$61,445$69,695$92,600
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,900$0$8,250$31,155
Total Invoice$46,660$50,270$57,509$65,507$91,016
Adjustments for Features00-303-628-4,839
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$46,660$50,270$57,206$64,879$86,177
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,610$0$7,673$28,971

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Features Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Model Year20122012201220122012
ModelX3X3M-ClassM-ClassM-Class
TrimxDrive28ixDrive35iML350ML550ML63 AMG
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300   
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1200$1200$1200
AWD$1700$1700$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100$100$100
Remote app$25$25   
Semi-automated parking system  $500$500$500
Sunshades, second row$125$125   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power  $350$350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system    $200
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system  $0$0$0
Driver drowsiness monitor  $150$150$150
Knee airbag, driver  $75$75$75
Lane departure warning    $200
Rear side airbags  $300$300$300
Rollover sensor  $50$50$50
Temporary spare tire  $150$150$150
Tires, run-flat$150$150   
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100   
Trailer sway control  $25$25$25
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rails  $250$250$250
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50$50   
Cargo mat$40$40   
Console with shifter$150$150   
Console without shifter  $150$150$150
Roof rails$250$250   
Climate Control 
Rear air vents  $100$100 
Rear air vents with automatic controls    $250
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150   
Residual heat  $50$50$50
Engine / Motor 
Regenerative braking$0$0   
Exterior 
Body kit    $0
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250$250   
Rear bumper protector  $40$40$40
Running boards   $350 
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75   
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash    $325
CD player$125$125$125$125 
DVD-compatible player  $0$0$0
Satellite radio  $200$200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250   
SD Card slot  $25$25$25
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25   
Surround sound  $250$250$250
Voice control for external devices$0$0   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75   
Chronometer    $100
Compass  $0$0$0
Fog light, rear  $100$100$100
Fog lights$125$125   
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats    $300
Illuminated door sill trim plates  $200$200$200
Leather door panel trim    $250
Memory system, passenger seat    $150
Metal pedals    $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150  $150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat  $50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50$50
Upholstered instrument panel, leather    $1000
Wood trim$300$300  $300
Wood trim, alternative type  $300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars    $500
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500  $500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical  $100$100 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable    $1000
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200  $200
Sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100$100$100
Total Value of Features$6,365$6,365$6,690$7,040$11,565
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$325$675$5,200
Value of Feature Adjustments00-303-628-4,839

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Specifications Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class

Model Year20122012
ModelX3M-Class
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase110.6 in114.8 in
Length183.0 in189.1 in
Width74.1 in75.2 in
Height65.4 in70.7 in
Curb Weight4,113 lb.4,752 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.7 gal.24.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.7 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in58.5 in
Row 1 Legroom39.9 in40.3 in
Row 2 Headroom39.1 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.0 in58.4 in
Row 2 Legroom36.8 in38.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
27.6 ft336.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
63.3 ft371.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive28i

Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100No
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested70088%
Total Not Requested10012%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood trim300Yes
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
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Cargo area rails w/tie downs50No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Total Requested310094%
Total Not Requested1906%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25No
Total Requested96595%
Total Not Requested505%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150No
Total Requested30067%
Total Not Requested15033%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Power liftgate350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested125091%
Total Not Requested1259%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive35i

Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100No
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested70088%
Total Not Requested10012%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
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
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Cargo area rails w/tie downs50No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Sunshades, second row125No
Power liftgate350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested220087%
Total Not Requested31513%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25No
Total Requested96595%
Total Not Requested505%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150No
Total Requested30067%
Total Not Requested15033%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Wood trim, alternative type300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Storage beneath cargo floor100No
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Harman/Kardon, 830W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
AC power outlet100No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested211568%
Total Not Requested100032%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML550

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Wood trim, alternative type300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Storage beneath cargo floor100No
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Harman/Kardon, 830W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
AC power outlet100No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested211568%
Total Not Requested100032%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

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