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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $57,125

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $22,630

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year202020132013
ModelC-Class3-Series3-Series
TrimAMG C63328i335i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $68,100 $36,850 $43,150
Multimedia Package 2,200    
AMG Leather Package 2,590    
Parking Assist Package 1,090    
Driver Assistance Package 2,250 1,900 1,900
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 550 550
Sunshade, rear, power 440 575 575
Head-up display (HUD) 990    
Sunshades, second row 380    
Premium Package   3,100 2,200
Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers   875 875
Technology Package   3,100 3,100
Sport Line   2,750 1,950
Driver Assistance Plus   700 700
Steering-linked headlights   900  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed   2,400 2,400
Adaptive dampers - electrical   1,000 1,000
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   500 500
Semi-automated parking system   500 500
Heated front seats   500 500
Multimedia Package 2,046    
AMG Leather Package 2,409    
Parking Assist Package 1,014    
Driver Assistance Package 2,093 1,730 1,730
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 500 500
Sunshade, rear, power 409 525 525
Head-up display (HUD) 921    
Sunshades, second row 353    
Premium Package   2,820 2,000
Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers   795 795
Technology Package   2,820 2,820
Sport Line   2,505 1,775
Driver Assistance Plus   635 635
Steering-linked headlights   820  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed   2,185 2,185
Adaptive dampers - electrical   910 910
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   475 475
Semi-automated parking system   455 455
Heated front seats   455 455
Options (change) 10,660 19,350 16,750
Options (change) 9,915 17,630 15,260
Destination 995 925 925
Total Price $79,755 $57,125 $60,825

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW 3-Series 328i
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,855
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $42,378
Model Year202020132013
ModelC-Class3-Series3-Series
TrimAMG C63328i335i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine469hp V8240hp I4300hp I6
TransmissionT9M6T8
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/27 MPG14/20 MPG14/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)590, 13600, 16600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18225/45-18225/45-18
Total Price$79,755$57,125$60,825
Adjustments for Features-4,7750-1,150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$74,980$57,125$59,675
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,550

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year202020132013
ModelC-Class3-Series3-Series
TrimAMG C63328i335i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400  
6-speed manual $150 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1300
RWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100$100
Proximity key$250  
Remote climate control$25  
Remote start via app$75  
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  
Blind spot collision prevention$150  
Collision preparation system, rear$100  
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system$0  
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100  
Driver drowsiness monitor$150  
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75
Lane keeping assist$400  
Pedestrian detection$50  
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0  
Rear side airbags$300  
Tires, run-flat $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100  
Wide-view front camera $150$150
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  
Rear spoiler$200  
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50
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  
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
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  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Crosswind stabilization$50  
Suggestive steering$0  
Transmission 
Launch control$100  
Total Value of Features$7,975$3,200$4,350
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,775$0$1,150
Value of Feature Adjustments-6530-1,060

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20202013
ModelC-Class3-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase111.8 in110.6 in
Length184.5 in182.5 in
Width71.3 in71.3 in
Height56.8 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,874 lb.3,713 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in55.1 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume12.6 ft313.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74079%
Total Not Requested20021%
AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested1200100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested90053%
Total Not Requested80047%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)
FeatureValueRequested?
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested25029%
Total Not Requested60071%
Steering-linked headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested50077%
Total Not Requested15023%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive shocks - electrical
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Sunroof900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested210086%
Total Not Requested35014%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Head-up display (HUD)350Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested1365100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested55048%
Total Not Requested60052%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras500Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Total Requested110088%
Total Not Requested15012%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)
FeatureValueRequested?
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested25029%
Total Not Requested60071%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive shocks - electrical
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested120077%
Total Not Requested35023%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Head-up display (HUD)350Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested1365100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested55048%
Total Not Requested60052%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras500Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Total Requested110088%
Total Not Requested15012%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%

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