| 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: $73,520 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG | ||
| Difference: $1,975 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $68,581 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG | ||
| Difference: $2,274 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | C-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | C63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $58,200 | $64,000 |
| Base Invoice | $54,126 | $60,200 |
| Lighting Package | 985 | |
| Multimedia Package | 3,350 | |
| AMG Leather Package | 3,030 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 700 |
| Proximity key | 1,140 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 660 | |
| Rearview camera | 460 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 2,000 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 |
| Full Merino Leather | 2,650 | |
| Executive Package | 3,900 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 350 | |
| Lighting Package | 916 | |
| Multimedia Package | 3,115 | |
| AMG Leather Package | 2,818 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 645 |
| Proximity key | 1,060 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 614 | |
| Rearview camera | 428 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 1,860 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 |
| Full Merino Leather | 2,435 | |
| Executive Package | 3,590 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,670 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 320 | |
| Options (change) | 12,345 | 10,500 |
| Options (change) | 11,480 | 9,660 |
| Destination | 875 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 2,100 | 0 |
| Total Price | $73,520 | $75,495 |
| Total Invoice | $68,581 | $70,855 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $575 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $119 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | C-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | C63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 451hp V8 | 425hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/19 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 450, 12 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 255/40-18 |
| Total Price | $73,520 | $75,495 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,550 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $73,520 | $72,945 |
| Total Invoice | $68,581 | $70,855 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,393 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $68,581 | $68,462 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | C-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | C63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| 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, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Text dictation | $50 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,525 | $6,075 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,393 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | C-Class | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,662 lb. | 3,630 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 37.7 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 | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.4 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 8% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1090 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 35% |
| AMG Leather 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 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1000 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2350 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 10% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| 7-speed automated manual | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Launch control | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 50% |
| 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% |
| Full Merino Leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | -450 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 450 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1000 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1700 | 136% |
| Total Not Requested | -450 | -36% |
| Executive Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Voice recorder | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Text dictation | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 17% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 83% |
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