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Lexus LS vs. BMW 3-Series 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.
Lexus LS vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $46,545 BMW 3-Series 328i | |||
| Difference: $23,370 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $42,970 BMW 3-Series 328i | |||
| Difference: $19,030 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | LS | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 460 | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $63,825 | $34,900 | $42,400 |
| Base Invoice | $56,803 | $32,290 | $39,190 |
| Navigation system | 3,115 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 500 | 750 | 750 |
| Semi-automated parking system | 700 | 500 | 500 |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 900 | ||
| BMW Assist | 650 | 650 | |
| Premium Package | 3,600 | 1,900 | |
| Technology Package | 2,550 | 2,550 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |
| Rearview camera | 400 | 400 | |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |
| Navigation system | 2,602 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 400 | 685 | 685 |
| Semi-automated parking system | 560 | 455 | 455 |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 760 | ||
| BMW Assist | 590 | 590 | |
| Premium Package | 3,275 | 1,730 | |
| Technology Package | 2,320 | 2,320 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |
| Rearview camera | 365 | 365 | |
| 6-speed manual | 0 | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |
| Options (change) | 5,215 | 10,750 | 8,150 |
| Options (change) | 4,322 | 9,785 | 7,420 |
| Destination | 875 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $69,915 | $46,545 | $51,445 |
| Total Invoice | $62,000 | $42,970 | $47,505 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus LS vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $21,785 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,624 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | LS | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 460 | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 380hp V8 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T8 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/24 MPG | 18/26 MPG | 18/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-18 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $69,915 | $46,545 | $51,445 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,585 | 0 | -300 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $68,330 | $46,545 | $51,145 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $4,600 |
| Total Invoice | $62,000 | $42,970 | $47,505 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,406 | 0 | -277 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $60,594 | $42,970 | $47,228 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $4,258 |
Features Comparison: Lexus LS vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | LS | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 460 | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,065 | $2,480 | $2,780 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,585 | $0 | $300 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,406 | 0 | -277 |
Specifications Comparison: Lexus LS vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | LS | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 198.0 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 73.8 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,244 lb. | 3,615 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.2 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.0 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 0.0 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.0 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 27% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3550 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 7% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 365 | 33% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 27% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 365 | 33% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 6% |
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