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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: $51,245 BMW 3-Series 328i | |||
| Difference: $23,840 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $47,270 BMW 3-Series 328i | |||
| Difference: $22,623 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | C63 AMG | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $63,900 | $34,900 | $42,400 |
| Base Invoice | $59,427 | $32,290 | $39,190 |
| Multimedia Package | 2,690 | ||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 750 | 750 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 550 | 550 |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 440 | 575 | 575 |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 990 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | 380 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | ||
| BMW Assist | 650 | 650 | |
| Premium Package | 3,600 | 1,900 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | |
| Sport Line | 2,500 | 1,700 | |
| Technology Package | 2,550 | 2,550 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | ||
| App support | 250 | 250 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |
| Rearview camera | 400 | 400 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | 500 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 900 | 900 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,502 | ||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 685 | 685 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 500 | 500 |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 409 | 525 | 525 |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 921 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | 353 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | ||
| BMW Assist | 590 | 590 | |
| Premium Package | 3,275 | 1,730 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | |
| Sport Line | 2,275 | 1,545 | |
| Technology Package | 2,320 | 2,320 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | ||
| App support | 230 | 230 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |
| Rearview camera | 365 | 365 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | 475 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 820 | 820 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |
| Options (change) | 10,260 | 15,450 | 12,050 |
| Options (change) | 9,541 | 14,085 | 10,990 |
| Destination | 925 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $75,085 | $51,245 | $55,345 |
| Total Invoice | $69,893 | $47,270 | $51,075 |
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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: $19,365 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,457 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | C63 AMG | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 469hp V8 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/25 MPG | 14/20 MPG | 14/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 590, 13 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $75,085 | $51,245 | $55,345 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,475 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $70,610 | $51,245 | $55,345 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $4,100 |
| Total Invoice | $69,893 | $47,270 | $51,075 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,166 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $65,727 | $47,270 | $51,075 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,805 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | C63 AMG | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $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 seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | ||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $8,425 | $3,950 | $3,950 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,475 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,166 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 184.5 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 56.8 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,856 lb. | 3,759 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.2 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.6 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 940 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| AMG Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3625 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 5% |
| 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 |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 225/45YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 52% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1090 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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 |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 225/45YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 52% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1090 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 11% |
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