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Chevrolet Camaro vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Camaro vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $59,680

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1   
Difference: $9,915

Lowest Total Invoice: $57,266

Chevrolet Camaro ZL1   
Difference: $8,164

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122017
ModelCamaro3-Series
TrimZL1M3
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Base Price $54,095 $64,000
Base Invoice $51,931 $60,200
Sunroof 900 0
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,185  
Executive Package   3,900
Metallic paint (extra cost)   700
Leather seating surfaces   0
Wood trim   0
Sunroof 792 0
6-speed shiftable automatic 1,043  
Executive Package   3,590
Metallic paint (extra cost)   645
Leather seating surfaces   0
Wood trim   0
Options (change) 2,085 4,600
Options (change) 1,835 4,235
Destination 900 995
Gas Tax 2,600 0
Total Price $59,680 $69,595
Total Invoice $57,266 $65,430

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Camaro vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,465
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,920
Model Year20122017
ModelCamaro3-Series
TrimZL1M3
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Engine580hp V8425hp I6
TransmissionT6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)12/18 MPG17/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)245, 9600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)285/35-20255/40-18
Total Price$59,680$69,595
Adjustments for Features0-3,450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$59,680$66,145
Total Invoice$57,266$65,430
Adjustments for Features0-3,244
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$57,266$62,186

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Camaro vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20122017
ModelCamaro3-Series
TrimZL1M3
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed manual $150
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100
Heated steering wheel $100
Power rear side windows $200
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote start$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, front $150
Performance traction management$250 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Residual heat $50
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable$500 
Regenerative braking $0
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional) $0
Body kit$0 
Front splitter spoiler$200 
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Sport rocker panels (optional) $0
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
DVD-compatible player $0
Handwriting recognition $200
HD radio $50
In-vehicle Internet $150
Media drive $15
Navigation map updates, three years $0
Navigation system $600
S Voice support $0
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
Siri Eyes Free support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Text dictation $50
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Voice recorder $0
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Boost gauge$75 
Cornering lights $50
Fog lights$125 
Headlight washers $50
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Performance meter$150 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights $150
Transmission temperature gauge$75 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Heated second row seats $200
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50
Memory system, driver seat $200
Metal pedals$75 
No leather in second row$-300 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Downshift rev matching $50
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$3,320$6,770
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,450
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,244

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Camaro vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20122017
ModelCamaro3-Series
Body2dr Coupe4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.3 in110.6 in
Length190.4 in182.5 in
Width75.5 in71.3 in
Height54.2 in56.3 in
Curb Weight4,149 lb.3,575 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.0 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.4 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.9 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom35.3 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room50.4 in55.1 in
Row 2 Legroom29.9 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume11.3 ft313.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Upgraded leather upholstery-450No
Total Requested450%
Total Not Requested-450%
Executive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Head-up display (HUD)350Yes
Headlight washers50No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Voice recorder0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Wireless charging station75No
Text dictation50No
Total Requested80053%
Total Not Requested70047%

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