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BMW i3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
BMW i3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $38,945 BMW i3 | |||||
| Difference: $18,595 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,960 BMW i3 | |||||
| Difference: $17,614 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | i3 | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | Base | ML350 | ML450 Hybrid | ML550 | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $42,400 | $46,490 | $55,790 | $57,590 | $92,590 |
| Base Invoice | $39,690 | $43,236 | $51,885 | $53,559 | $86,109 |
| Tera World | 2,500 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 4,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 | ||
| Lighting Package | 985 | 985 | 985 | ||
| Heated front seats | 750 | 750 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 800 | 800 | 800 | ||
| Proximity key | 1,140 | 1,140 | 1,140 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,780 | 1,780 | 1,780 | ||
| Tera World | 2,275 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 670 | 670 | 670 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,720 | 3,720 | 3,720 | ||
| Lighting Package | 916 | 916 | 916 | ||
| Heated front seats | 698 | 698 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 744 | 744 | 744 | ||
| Proximity key | 1,060 | 1,060 | 1,060 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,655 | 1,655 | 1,655 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,050 | 10,175 | 10,175 | 9,425 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 2,775 | 9,463 | 9,463 | 8,765 | 0 |
| Destination | 995 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | -7,500 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $38,945 | $57,540 | $66,840 | $67,890 | $93,465 |
| Total Invoice | $35,960 | $53,574 | $62,223 | $63,199 | $86,984 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW i3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW i3 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $15,120 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $14,379 | |||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | i3 | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | Base | ML350 | ML450 Hybrid | ML550 | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 168hp E | 268hp V6 | 275hp V6 H | 382hp V8 | 503hp V8 |
| Transmission | A1 | T7 | B8 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 100, 4 | 80, 8 | 80, 8 | 80, 8 | 440, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 155/70-19 | 255/50-19 | 235/65-17 | 255/50-19 | 295/40-20 |
| Total Price | $38,945 | $57,540 | $66,840 | $67,890 | $93,465 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,475 | -5,975 | -5,525 | -8,650 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,945 | $54,065 | $60,865 | $62,365 | $84,815 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $6,800 | $8,300 | $30,750 |
| Total Invoice | $35,960 | $53,574 | $62,223 | $63,199 | $86,984 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,235 | -5,562 | -5,143 | -8,050 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,960 | $50,339 | $56,661 | $58,056 | $78,934 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $6,322 | $7,717 | $28,595 |
Features Comparison: BMW i3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | i3 | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | Base | ML350 | ML450 Hybrid | ML550 | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable 2-mode automatic | $2000 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Remote app | $25 | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heat pump | $250 | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| 18 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||
| 7.2 kW onboard charger | $500 | ||||
| DC quick-charging capability | $750 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Carbon fiber body structure | $0 | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | ||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,275 | $8,750 | $11,250 | $10,800 | $13,925 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,475 | $5,975 | $5,525 | $8,650 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,235 | -5,562 | -5,143 | -8,050 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW i3 vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2015 | 2011 |
| Model | i3 | M-Class |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 114.7 in |
| Length | 157.4 in | 188.5 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 75.2 in |
| Height | 62.1 in | 70.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,635 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 2.4 gal. | 25.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.6 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 59.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 0.0 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 50.4 in | 59.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 40.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 2.8 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.8 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW i3
| Tera World | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1000 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| 155/70R19 tires | 200 | No |
| 175/60R19 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1550 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 47% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1365 | 53% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML450 Hybrid
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1365 | 53% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML550
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1365 | 53% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 13% |
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