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Lincoln MKZ vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Lincoln MKZ vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $45,520

Lincoln MKZ Reserve   
Difference: $8,840

Lowest Total Invoice: $42,908

Lincoln MKZ Reserve   
Difference: $8,262

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2018201820182018201820182018
ModelMKZMKZMKZMKZ3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimReserveHybrid ReserveBlack LabelHybrid Black Label328d330i340i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $40,010 $40,010 $47,830 $47,830 $41,750 $40,250 $48,950
Base Invoice $37,809 $37,809 $44,960 $44,960 $40,110 $38,115 $46,205
Climate Package 595 595 595 595      
Technology Package 2,495 2,495 2,495 2,495      
Sunroof 1,200 1,200          
Sunshade, rear, power 295 295     575 575 575
Shadow Sport Design         600 600  
Obstacle detection, rear         600 600 600
Convenience Tier         1,750 1,750  
Driving Assistance Package         500 500 500
Premium Tier         2,900 2,900 2,900
Executive Tier         3,100 3,100 3,100
Metallic paint (extra cost)         550 550 550
Apple CarPlay support         300 300 300
Blind spot warning system         500 500 500
Heated steering wheel         190 190 190
Heated second row seats         350 350 350
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed         1,200 1,200 1,200
Adaptive dampers - electrical             700
M Sport Design             0
Climate Package 542 542 542 542      
Technology Package 2,271 2,271 2,271 2,271      
Sunroof 1,092 1,092          
Sunshade, rear, power 269 269     530 530 530
Shadow Sport Design         550 550  
Obstacle detection, rear         550 550 550
Convenience Tier         1,610 1,610  
Driving Assistance Package         460 460 460
Premium Tier         2,670 2,670 2,670
Executive Tier         2,850 2,850 2,850
Metallic paint (extra cost)         505 505 505
Apple CarPlay support         275 275 275
Blind spot warning system         460 460 460
Heated steering wheel         175 175 175
Heated second row seats         320 320 320
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed         1,105 1,105 1,105
Adaptive dampers - electrical             645
M Sport Design             0
Options (change) 4,585 4,585 3,090 3,090 13,115 13,115 11,465
Options (change) 4,174 4,174 2,813 2,813 12,060 12,060 10,545
Destination 925 925 925 925 995 995 995
Total Price $45,520 $45,520 $51,845 $51,845 $55,860 $54,360 $61,410
Total Invoice $42,908 $42,908 $48,698 $48,698 $53,165 $51,170 $57,745

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lincoln MKZ Reserve
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,530
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,855
Model Year2018201820182018201820182018
ModelMKZMKZMKZMKZ3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimReserveHybrid ReserveBlack LabelHybrid Black Label328d330i340i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine245hp I4141hp I4 H245hp I4141hp I4 H180hp I4 D248hp I4320hp I6
TransmissionT6CVTT6CVTT8M6T8
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 14?, 14?, 20?, 20205, 9205, 9600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19245/40-19245/40-19245/40-19225/45-18225/45-18225/45-18
Total Price$45,520$45,520$51,845$51,845$55,860$54,360$61,410
Adjustments for Features-1,690-1,590-3,690-3,590-1,2500-1,775
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$43,830$43,930$48,155$48,255$54,610$54,360$59,635
Cost Above Minimum$0$100$4,325$4,425$250$0$5,275
Total Invoice$42,908$42,908$48,698$48,698$53,165$51,170$57,745
Adjustments for Features-1,593-1,499-3,466-3,372-1,1900-1,669
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$41,315$41,409$45,232$45,326$51,975$51,170$56,076
Cost Above Minimum$0$94$3,917$4,011$805$0$4,906

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Features Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year2018201820182018201820182018
ModelMKZMKZMKZMKZ3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimReserveHybrid ReserveBlack LabelHybrid Black Label328d330i340i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 $1100    
CVT $1000 $1000   
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1300 $1300
6-speed manual     $150 
FWD$0$0$0$0   
RWD    $0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100$100$100   
Active noise reduction$0$0$0$0   
Hands-free trunk or liftgate    $100$100$100
Keyless entry keypad$50$50$50$50   
Power trunk closer$350$350$350$350   
Remote climate control$25$25$25$25   
Remote start$150$150$150$150   
Sunshades, second row    $125$125$125
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual    $250$250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350$350   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25$25$25   
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats    $0$0$0
Around view cameras    $500$500$500
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200   
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100$100$100   
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150   
Inflatable rear seat belts  $200$200   
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200$200$200$200   
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0$0   
Rearview camera$200$200$200$200   
Safety key$5$5$5$5   
Temporary spare tire$150 $150    
Tires, run-flat    $150$150$150
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0$0   
Wide-view front camera    $150$150$150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment    $50$50$50
Cargo mat$40$40$40$40   
Console with shifter    $150$150$150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150   
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25$25   
Rear seat pass-through$100$100$100$100   
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation    $100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles    $15$15$15
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100   
Rear air vents with manual controls    $150$150$150
Residual heat    $50$50$50
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25$25   
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150 $150$150$150$150
Regenerative braking    $0$0$0
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)    $0$0$0
Bodyside cladding$350$350$350$350   
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25   
Laminated front side windows$200$200$200$200   
Sport rocker panels (optional)      $0
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity    $0$0$0
Android Auto support$100$100$100$100   
Concierge Services - 4 year subscription  $200$200   
DVD-compatible player    $0$0$0
Handwriting recognition    $200$200$200
In-vehicle Internet    $150$150$150
Media drive    $15$15$15
Navigation map updates, three years    $0$0$0
S Voice support    $0$0$0
Satellite radio$200$200$200$200   
Satellite radio - one year subscription    $250$250$250
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25$25   
Surround sound$250$250$250$250  $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar    $200$200$200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection$25$25$25$25   
Detailed driving style feedback $100 $100   
Fog lights$125$125$125$125$125$125 
Head-up display (HUD)    $350$350$350
LED headlights  $1000$1000$1000$1000$1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse    $25$25$25
Xenon HID headlights$500$500     
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300$300$300$300   
Door sill trim plates    $100$100$100
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200$200$200   
Leather door panel trim  $250$250   
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat    $50$50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat    $50$50$50
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat    $100$100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat    $100$100$100
Synthetic suede headliner  $650$650   
Upgraded floor mats  $0$0   
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather  $200$200   
Wood trim$300$300  $300$300$300
Wood trim, alternative type  $300$300   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500$500$500  $500
Sport suspension (upgrade)    $0$0$0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 $100 $100  
Total Value of Features$6,795$6,695$8,795$8,695$6,355$5,105$6,880
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,690$1,590$3,690$3,590$1,250$0$1,775
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,593-1,499-3,466-3,372-1,1900-1,669

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Specifications Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20182018
ModelMKZ3-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.2 in110.6 in
Length193.9 in182.5 in
Width73.4 in71.3 in
Height58.1 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,740 lb.3,502 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.5 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.9 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.7 in55.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom36.6 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.3 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.8 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.0 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume15.4 ft313.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Reserve

Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested60096%
Total Not Requested254%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested230081%
Total Not Requested55019%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Reserve

Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested60096%
Total Not Requested254%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested230081%
Total Not Requested55019%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Black Label

Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested60096%
Total Not Requested254%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested230081%
Total Not Requested55019%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Black Label

Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested60096%
Total Not Requested254%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested230081%
Total Not Requested55019%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Total Requested22564%
Total Not Requested12536%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Shadow Sport Design
FeatureValueRequested?
225/45VR18 tires400No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Sunroof900Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Total Requested90058%
Total Not Requested65042%
Convenience Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%
Driving Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested95057%
Total Not Requested71543%
Executive Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Wide-view front camera150No
Total Requested200082%
Total Not Requested45018%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330i

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Total Requested22564%
Total Not Requested12536%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Shadow Sport Design
FeatureValueRequested?
225/45VR18 tires400No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Sunroof900Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Total Requested90058%
Total Not Requested65042%
Convenience Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%
Driving Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested95057%
Total Not Requested71543%
Executive Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Wide-view front camera150No
Total Requested200082%
Total Not Requested45018%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 340i

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Total Requested22564%
Total Not Requested12536%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driving Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested95057%
Total Not Requested71543%
Executive Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Wide-view front camera150No
Total Requested200082%
Total Not Requested45018%
M Sport Design
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested650100%

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