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Cadillac CTS vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Cadillac CTS vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $57,975

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $2,830

Lowest Total Invoice: $53,410

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $3,279

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152015201520132013
ModelCTSCTSCTS3-Series3-Series
TrimPerformancePremiumVsport Premium328i335i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $55,670 $60,070 $69,340 $36,850 $43,150
Base Invoice $52,051 $56,165 $64,833 $34,080 $39,880
CD player, remote 300 300 300    
20-way performance front seats 1,300        
Driver Assist Package 2,540        
Premium Package       3,100 2,200
Sunshade, rear, power       575 575
Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers       875 875
Technology Package       3,100 3,100
Sport Line       2,750 1,950
Driver Assistance Package       1,900 1,900
Driver Assistance Plus       700 700
Steering-linked headlights       900  
Cold Weather Package       950 950
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed       2,400 2,400
Adaptive dampers - electrical       1,000 1,000
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls       500 500
Semi-automated parking system       500 500
Rearview camera       400 400
Metallic paint (extra cost)       550 550
CD player, remote 264 264 264    
20-way performance front seats 1,144        
Driver Assist Package 2,235        
Premium Package       2,820 2,000
Sunshade, rear, power       525 525
Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers       795 795
Technology Package       2,820 2,820
Sport Line       2,505 1,775
Driver Assistance Package       1,730 1,730
Driver Assistance Plus       635 635
Steering-linked headlights       820  
Cold Weather Package       865 865
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed       2,185 2,185
Adaptive dampers - electrical       910 910
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls       475 475
Semi-automated parking system       455 455
Rearview camera       365 365
Metallic paint (extra cost)       500 500
Options (change) 4,140 300 300 20,200 17,600
Options (change) 3,643 264 264 18,405 16,035
Destination 995 995 995 925 925
Total Price $60,805 $61,365 $70,635 $57,975 $61,675
Total Invoice $56,689 $57,424 $66,092 $53,410 $56,840

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price: Cadillac CTS Performance
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $190
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $463
Model Year20152015201520132013
ModelCTSCTSCTS3-Series3-Series
TrimPerformancePremiumVsport Premium328i335i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine272hp I4272hp I4420hp V6240hp I4300hp I6
TransmissionT6T6T8M6T8
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 13?, 13?, 13600, 16600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18245/40-18245/40-18225/45-18225/45-18
Total Price$60,805$61,365$70,635$57,975$61,675
Adjustments for Features-3,020-3,445-4,4200-1,150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$57,785$57,920$66,215$57,975$60,525
Cost Above Minimum$0$135$8,430$0$2,550
Total Invoice$56,689$57,424$66,092$53,410$56,840
Adjustments for Features-2,816-3,224-4,1360-1,060
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$53,873$54,200$61,956$53,410$55,780
Cost Above Minimum$0$327$8,083$0$2,370

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Features Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20152015201520132013
ModelCTSCTSCTS3-Series3-Series
TrimPerformancePremiumVsport Premium328i335i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100   
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1300 $1300
6-speed manual   $150 
RWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100$100  
Active noise reduction$0$0$0  
Electronic engine sound enhancement  $0  
Hands-free trunk or liftgate   $100$100
Proximity key$250$250$250  
Remote start$150$150$150  
Remote window/roof operation   $15$15
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual   $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats   $0$0
Around view cameras   $500$500
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200  
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200  
Backup collision intervention$150$150$150  
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100$100  
Lane keeping assist$400$400$400  
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0  
Rear side airbags$300$300$300  
Rearview camera$200$200$200  
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0  
Wide-view front camera   $150$150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment   $50$50
Cargo net$40$40$40  
Rear seat pass-through$100$100$100  
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation   $100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles   $15$15
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250$250$250  
Rear air vents with manual controls   $150$150
Residual heat   $50$50
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential  $500  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop   $150$150
Regenerative braking   $0$0
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25  
Laminated front side windows$200$200$200  
Laminated rear side windows $100$100  
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200  
Sunroof   $900$900
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0$0  
CD player   $125$125
CD player, remote$100$100$100  
DVD-compatible player   $0$0
Media drive   $15$15
Satellite radio$200$200$200  
Satellite radio - one year subscription   $250$250
SD Card slot$25$25$25  
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0$0  
Telematics service, such as OnStar   $200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225  
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50  
Wireless charging station$75$75$75  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection$25$25$25  
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200  
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror   $75$75
Boost gauge  $75  
Fog lights   $125$125
Headlight washers   $50$50
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250$250  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse   $25$25
Power-folding mirrors   $50$50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300$300$300  
Door sill trim plates   $100$100
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200$200  
Metal pedals $75$75  
Upholstered instrument panel$300$300$300  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350  $350$350
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200$200$200
Machined alloy wheels  $350  
Polished alloy wheels $350   
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0$0
Total Value of Features$7,365$7,790$8,765$4,145$5,295
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,020$3,445$4,420$0$1,150
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,816-3,224-4,1360-1,060

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Specifications Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20152013
ModelCTS3-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase114.6 in110.6 in
Length195.5 in182.5 in
Width72.2 in71.3 in
Height57.2 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,621 lb.3,361 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.0 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.2 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in55.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.8 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.6 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.8 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.3 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume13.7 ft313.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Cadillac CTS Performance

20-way performance front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Backup collision intervention150No
Total Requested70056%
Total Not Requested55044%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)
FeatureValueRequested?
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested25029%
Total Not Requested60071%
Steering-linked headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive shocks - electrical
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Sunroof900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested210086%
Total Not Requested35014%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Head-up display (HUD)350Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested135099%
Total Not Requested151%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100No
Total Requested65057%
Total Not Requested50043%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras500No
Wide-view front camera150No
Total Requested60048%
Total Not Requested65052%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested50091%
Total Not Requested509%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)
FeatureValueRequested?
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested25029%
Total Not Requested60071%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive shocks - electrical
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested120077%
Total Not Requested35023%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Head-up display (HUD)350Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested135099%
Total Not Requested151%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100No
Total Requested65057%
Total Not Requested50043%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras500No
Wide-view front camera150No
Total Requested60048%
Total Not Requested65052%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested50091%
Total Not Requested509%

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