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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: $53,600 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||
| Difference: $18,275 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $49,425 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||
| Difference: $17,600 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | C-Class | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | C63 AMG | 328i | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $58,930 | $36,850 | $43,150 | $49,650 |
| Base Invoice | $54,805 | $34,080 | $39,880 | $45,860 |
| Lighting Package | 1,290 | |||
| AMG Leather Package | 3,090 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,790 | |||
| Lane departure warning | 850 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 550 | 550 | 550 |
| Wood trim | 0 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 660 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,100 | 2,200 | 2,200 | |
| Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers | 875 | 875 | 875 | |
| Sport Line | 2,750 | 1,950 | 1,950 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | |
| Driver Assistance Plus | 700 | 700 | 700 | |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,150 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | |||
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Rearview camera | 400 | 400 | 400 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Lighting Package | 1,200 | |||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,874 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,595 | |||
| Lane departure warning | 791 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 500 | 500 | 500 |
| Wood trim | 0 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 614 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,820 | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers | 795 | 795 | 795 | |
| Sport Line | 2,505 | 1,775 | 1,775 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,730 | 1,730 | 1,730 | |
| Driver Assistance Plus | 635 | 635 | 635 | |
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,955 | 1,955 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | |||
| Semi-automated parking system | 455 | 455 | 455 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | 910 | 910 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | 475 | 475 | |
| Rearview camera | 365 | 365 | 365 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | |
| Options (change) | 10,370 | 15,825 | 13,225 | 13,225 |
| Options (change) | 9,645 | 14,420 | 12,050 | 12,050 |
| Destination | 875 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 1,700 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $71,875 | $53,600 | $57,300 | $63,800 |
| Total Invoice | $67,025 | $49,425 | $52,855 | $58,835 |
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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: $18,125 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,460 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | C-Class | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | C63 AMG | 328i | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 451hp V8 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 335hp I6 H |
| Transmission | T7 | M6 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/19 MPG | 14/20 MPG | 14/20 MPG | 14/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 450, 12 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $71,875 | $53,600 | $57,300 | $63,800 |
| Adjustments for Features | -150 | 0 | -1,150 | -1,175 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $71,725 | $53,600 | $56,150 | $62,625 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,550 | $9,025 |
| Total Invoice | $67,025 | $49,425 | $52,855 | $58,835 |
| Adjustments for Features | -140 | 0 | -1,061 | -1,084 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $66,885 | $49,425 | $51,794 | $57,751 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,369 | $8,326 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | C-Class | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | C63 AMG | 328i | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $4,450 | $4,100 | $5,250 | $5,275 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $150 | $0 | $1,150 | $1,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -140 | 0 | -1,061 | -1,084 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | C-Class | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 180.7 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,924 lb. | 3,713 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 | 55.0 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? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
| AMG Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 33% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 940 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 19% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 71% |
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Variable steering ratio (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 67% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2100 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 14% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 43% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 500 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 52% |
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 965 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 5% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 71% |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Variable steering ratio (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 67% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 23% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 43% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 500 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 52% |
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 965 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 5% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3
| Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 71% |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Variable steering ratio (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 67% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 23% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 43% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 500 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 52% |
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 965 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 5% |
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