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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: $44,470 BMW 3-Series 328i | |||||
| Difference: $765 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,865 BMW 3-Series 328i | |||||
| Difference: $1,265 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $33,600 | $39,750 | $57,350 | $32,400 | $38,900 |
| Base Invoice | $31,248 | $36,968 | $53,336 | $29,810 | $35,790 |
| Premium 2 Package | 3,700 | 1,400 | 1,400 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,650 | 2,650 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,590 | 1,590 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 650 | 650 | 650 | ||
| Proximity key | 1,130 | 1,130 | 1,130 | 500 | 500 |
| Wood trim | 320 | 0 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 475 | 475 |
| Seating Package | 3,030 | ||||
| iPod integration | 375 | 400 | 400 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | ||||
| Navigation system | 2,100 | 2,100 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,250 | 2,550 | |||
| Sport Package | 1,600 | 1,600 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 1,000 | 1,000 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | |||
| Satellite radio | 595 | 595 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | ||||
| Premium 2 Package | 3,441 | 1,302 | 1,302 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,464 | 2,464 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,479 | 1,479 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 604 | 604 | 604 | ||
| Proximity key | 1,051 | 1,051 | 1,051 | 455 | 455 |
| Wood trim | 298 | 0 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | 430 | 430 |
| Seating Package | 2,818 | ||||
| iPod integration | 349 | 365 | 365 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,910 | 1,910 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,960 | 2,320 | |||
| Sport Package | 1,455 | 1,455 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 910 | 910 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | |||
| Satellite radio | 540 | 540 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 90 | ||||
| Options (change) | 10,760 | 8,140 | 7,305 | 11,295 | 9,895 |
| Options (change) | 10,007 | 7,570 | 6,794 | 10,280 | 9,000 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 775 | 775 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 2,100 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $45,235 | $48,765 | $67,630 | $44,470 | $49,570 |
| Total Invoice | $42,130 | $45,413 | $63,105 | $40,865 | $45,565 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,315 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,770 | |||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 451hp V8 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | T7 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 100, 8 | 100, 8 | 100, 8 | ?, 10 | ?, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $45,235 | $48,765 | $67,630 | $44,470 | $49,570 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,250 | -1,985 | -550 | -900 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $45,235 | $47,515 | $65,645 | $43,920 | $48,670 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,280 | $20,410 | $0 | $4,750 |
| Total Invoice | $42,130 | $45,413 | $63,105 | $40,865 | $45,565 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,164 | -1,852 | -505 | -827 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $42,130 | $44,249 | $61,253 | $40,360 | $44,738 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,119 | $19,123 | $0 | $4,378 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | |||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,040 | $3,290 | $4,025 | $2,590 | $2,940 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,250 | $1,985 | $550 | $900 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,164 | -1,852 | -505 | -827 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2010 | 2007 |
| Model | C-Class | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 55.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,528 lb. | 3,341 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.4 in | 34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2400 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 9% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 11% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 975 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 13% |
| Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1000 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 58% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
| 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% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2725 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 4% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/45VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| 255/40VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 48% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 19% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
| 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% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1825 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 6% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| 255/35WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 48% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 19% |
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