| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Mercedes-Benz C-Class 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.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $63,180 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C55 | ||
| Difference: $8,290 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $58,903 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C55 | ||
| Difference: $8,267 | ||
|
|
||
Calculate Payments |
||
|
|
||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2018 |
| Model | C-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | C55 | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $54,450 | $65,500 |
| Base Invoice | $50,639 | $61,595 |
| Premium Package | 925 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 790 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 690 | 550 |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 765 | |
| Navigation system | 2,210 | |
| Wood trim | 775 | 0 |
| Satellite radio | 500 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 950 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | |
| Premium Package | 860 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 735 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 642 | 505 |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 711 | |
| Navigation system | 2,055 | |
| Wood trim | 721 | 0 |
| Satellite radio | 465 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 530 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 875 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,670 | |
| Options (change) | 6,655 | 4,975 |
| Options (change) | 6,189 | 4,580 |
| Destination | 775 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 0 |
| Total Price | $63,180 | $71,470 |
| Total Invoice | $58,903 | $67,170 |
|
|
||
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
Dealer Price Quotes
|
Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars? Request free, no-obligation Mercedes-Benz C-Class dealer quotes or BMW 3-Series dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form. The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours. |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C55 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,150 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,316 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2018 |
| Model | C-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | C55 | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 362hp V8 | 425hp I6 |
| Transmission | T5 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/22 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 320, 12 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 255/40-18 |
| Total Price | $63,180 | $71,470 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,140 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $63,180 | $68,330 |
| Total Invoice | $58,903 | $67,170 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,951 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $58,903 | $64,219 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2006 | 2018 |
| Model | C-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | C55 | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| 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 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| 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 | |
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,400 | $6,540 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,140 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,951 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2006 | 2018 |
| Model | C-Class | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 178.4 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 68.0 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 55.6 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,540 lb. | 3,630 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.9 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.3 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.3 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.0 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.2 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C55
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 33% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 36% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | -450 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | -450 | 36% |
| 7-speed automated manual | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Launch control | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 100% |
Was this information useful?
We're glad we could help! Share this page: |
|
|
We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it. |
|
|
|
|
See TrueDelta's information for all Mercedes-Benz models.
