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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: $8,949

Lowest Total Invoice: $42,908

Lincoln MKZ Reserve   
Difference: $8,071

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182018201820182017201720172017
ModelMKZMKZMKZMKZ3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimReserveHybrid ReserveBlack LabelHybrid Black Label328d330i330e iPerformance340i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $40,010 $40,010 $47,830 $47,830 $40,250 $38,750 $44,100 $47,900
Base Invoice $37,809 $37,809 $44,960 $44,960 $38,115 $36,720 $41,695 $45,225
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     575 575 575 575
Premium Package         2,450 2,450 2,450  
Navigation system         1,950 1,950 1,950 1,950
Cold Weather Package         800 800 800 800
Leather seating surfaces         1,450 1,450 1,450 1,450
Driver Assistance Package         950 950 950 950
Lighting Package         800 800 800 800
Driver Assistance Plus         1,700 1,700 1,700 1,700
Metallic paint (extra cost)         700 700 700 700
Apple CarPlay support         300 300 300 300
Semi-automated parking system         500 500 500 500
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed         1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200
Track Handling Package           2,300    
Adaptive dampers - electrical               700
M Sport Package               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     530 530 530 530
Premium Package         2,255 2,255 2,255  
Navigation system         1,775 1,775 1,775 1,775
Cold Weather Package         735 735 735 735
Leather seating surfaces         1,335 1,335 1,335 1,335
Driver Assistance Package         875 875 875 875
Lighting Package         735 735 735 735
Driver Assistance Plus         1,565 1,565 1,565 1,565
Metallic paint (extra cost)         645 645 645 645
Apple CarPlay support         275 275 275 275
Semi-automated parking system         460 460 460 460
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed         1,105 1,105 1,105 1,105
Track Handling Package           2,115    
Adaptive dampers - electrical               645
M Sport Package               0
Options (change) 4,585 4,585 3,090 3,090 13,375 15,675 13,375 11,625
Options (change) 4,174 4,174 2,813 2,813 12,290 14,405 12,290 10,680
Destination 925 925 925 925 995 995 995 995
Gas Tax 0 0 0 0 0 0 -4,001 0
Total Price $45,520 $45,520 $51,845 $51,845 $54,620 $55,420 $54,469 $60,520
Total Invoice $42,908 $42,908 $48,698 $48,698 $51,400 $52,120 $50,979 $56,900

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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: $9,814
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,893
Model Year20182018201820182017201720172017
ModelMKZMKZMKZMKZ3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimReserveHybrid ReserveBlack LabelHybrid Black Label328d330i330e iPerformance340i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine245hp I4141hp I4 H245hp I4141hp I4 H180hp I4 D248hp I4180hp I4 PiH320hp I6
TransmissionT6CVTT6CVTT8T8T8M6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 14?, 14?, 20?, 20205, 9205, 9205, 9205, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-19245/40-19245/40-19245/40-19225/50-17225/45-18225/50-17225/45-18
Total Price$45,520$45,520$51,845$51,845$54,620$55,420$54,469$60,520
Adjustments for Features-1,765-1,665-3,765-3,665-875-1,125-9000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$43,755$43,855$48,080$48,180$53,745$54,295$53,569$60,520
Cost Above Minimum$0$100$4,325$4,425$176$726$0$6,951
Total Invoice$42,908$42,908$48,698$48,698$51,400$52,120$50,979$56,900
Adjustments for Features-1,664-1,569-3,536-3,443-823-1,058-8420
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$41,244$41,339$45,162$45,255$50,577$51,062$50,137$56,900
Cost Above Minimum$0$95$3,918$4,011$440$925$0$6,763

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Features Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20182018201820182017201720172017
ModelMKZMKZMKZMKZ3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimReserveHybrid ReserveBlack LabelHybrid Black Label328d330i330e iPerformance340i
Body4dr Sedan4dr 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$1300 
6-speed manual       $150
FWD$0$0$0$0    
RWD    $0$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$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$125
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual    $250$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$0
Around view cameras    $500$500$500$500
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200    
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100$100$100    
High performance brake pads (optional)     $0  
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$150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment    $50$50$50$50
Cargo mat$40$40$40$40    
Console with shifter    $150$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$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles    $15$15$15$15
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100    
Rear air vents with manual controls    $150$150$150$150
Residual heat    $50$50$50$50
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25$25    
Engine / Motor 
3.5 kW onboard charger      $0 
8 kWh battery pack      $0 
Automatic start / stop $150 $150$150$150$150$150
Raised top speed limiter     $0  
Regenerative braking    $0$0 $0
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)    $0$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    
Painted brake calipers (optional)     $0  
Sport rocker panels (optional)       $0
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity    $0$0$0$0
Android Auto support$100$100$100$100    
Concierge Services - 4 year subscription  $200$200    
DVD-compatible player    $0$0$0$0
Handwriting recognition    $200$200$200$200
In-vehicle Internet    $150$150$150$150
Media drive    $15$15$15$15
Navigation map updates, three years    $0$0$0$0
S Voice support    $0$0$0$0
Satellite radio$200$200$200$200    
Satellite radio - one year subscription    $250$250$250$250
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25$25    
Surround sound$250$250$250$250    
Telematics service, such as OnStar    $200$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$125 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250$250$250$250    
Large energy flow and fuel economy display      $25 
LED headlights  $1000$1000$1000$1000$1000$1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse    $25$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$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$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat    $50$50$50$50
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat    $100$100$100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat    $100$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$300
Wood trim, alternative type  $300$300    
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500$500$500 $500 $500
Sport suspension (upgrade)     $0 $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 $100 $100 $100 
Total Value of Features$6,895$6,795$8,895$8,795$6,005$6,255$6,030$5,130
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,765$1,665$3,765$3,665$875$1,125$900$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,664-1,569-3,536-3,443-823-1,058-8420

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Specifications Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20182017
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 monitor150Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested245086%
Total Not Requested40014%

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 monitor150Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested245086%
Total Not Requested40014%

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 monitor150Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested245086%
Total Not Requested40014%

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 monitor150Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested245086%
Total Not Requested40014%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d

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%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
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 Requested245088%
Total Not Requested35012%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
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
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested75067%
Total Not Requested36533%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras300No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested100069%
Total Not Requested45031%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330i

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%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
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 Requested245088%
Total Not Requested35012%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
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
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested75067%
Total Not Requested36533%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras300No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested100069%
Total Not Requested45031%
Track Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Performance braking system (optional)250No
Painted brake calipers (optional)0No
High performance brake pads (optional)0No
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Raised top speed limiter0No
255/40YR18 tires200No
225/45YR18 tires200No
Total Requested50036%
Total Not Requested90064%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330e iPerformance

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%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
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 Requested245088%
Total Not Requested35012%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
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
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested75067%
Total Not Requested36533%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras300No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested100069%
Total Not Requested45031%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 340i

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%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
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
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested75067%
Total Not Requested36533%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras300No
Automatic braking, low-speed200Yes
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Total Requested100069%
Total Not Requested45031%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested650100%

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