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Infiniti M vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Infiniti M vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $59,785

Infiniti M M56   
Difference: $11,660

Lowest Total Invoice: $55,189

Infiniti M M56   
Difference: $11,231

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112016
ModelM3-Series
TrimM56M3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $58,450 $63,500
Base Invoice $53,938 $59,100
Rear spoiler 440  
Executive Package   3,500
Metallic paint (extra cost)   550
Sunroof   0
Wood trim   0
Leather seating surfaces   0
7-speed automated manual   2,900
Rear spoiler 356  
Executive Package   3,185
Metallic paint (extra cost)   500
Sunroof   0
Wood trim   0
Leather seating surfaces   0
7-speed automated manual   2,640
Options (change) 440 6,950
Options (change) 356 6,325
Destination 895 995
Total Price $59,785 $71,445
Total Invoice $55,189 $66,420

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Infiniti M vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Infiniti M M56
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,970
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,801
Model Year20112016
ModelM3-Series
TrimM56M3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine420hp V8425hp I6
TransmissionT7S7
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/25 MPG17/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 10600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/50-18255/40-18
Total Price$59,785$71,445
Adjustments for Features0-3,690
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$59,785$67,755
Total Invoice$55,189$66,420
Adjustments for Features0-3,430
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$55,189$62,990

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Features Comparison: Infiniti M vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20112016
ModelM3-Series
TrimM56M3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200 
7-speed automated manual $1200
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction$0 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100
Remote app $25
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, front $150
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Rear seat pass-through$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Residual heat $50
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Regenerative braking $0
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional) $0
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Sport rocker panels (optional) $0
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
Handwriting recognition $200
HD radio $50
In-vehicle Internet $150
Navigation map updates, three years $0
S Voice support $0
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
Siri Eyes Free support $0
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Cornering lights $50
Fog lights$125 
Head-up display (HUD) $350
Headlight washers $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Folding second row seats $300
Heated second row seats $200
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Launch control $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$2,775$6,465
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,690
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,430

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Specifications Comparison: Infiniti M vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20112016
ModelM3-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase114.2 in110.6 in
Length194.7 in182.5 in
Width72.6 in71.3 in
Height59.1 in56.3 in
Curb Weight4,028 lb.3,595 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.4 in55.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom44.0 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.7 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.7 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume14.9 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%
7-speed automated manual
FeatureValueRequested?
7-speed automated manual0Yes
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Launch control100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested200100%
Executive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Rearview camera200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested30023%
Total Not Requested100077%

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