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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW X3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW X3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $51,030

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $2,145

Lowest Total Invoice: $47,531

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300   
Difference: $1,519

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Model Year2018201820182018201820142014
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassX3X3
TrimC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 SxDrive28ixDrive35i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $40,250 $47,900 $53,400 $66,100 $73,700 $39,800 $44,900
Base Invoice $37,433 $44,547 $49,662 $61,473 $68,541 $36,795 $41,490
Parking Assist Package 1,090 1,090 1,090 1,090 1,090    
Leather Seating Package 1,950 1,950          
Garmin Map Pilot 625 625 625 625 625    
Premium 1 Package 1,250            
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 720 720 550 550
Rear spoiler 350 350          
Sunshades, second row 380   380 380 380 250 250
Heated front seats 580 580       500 500
Panoramic sunroof 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000    
Head-up display (HUD) 990 990 990 990 990    
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only 850 850 850   850    
Leather seating surfaces     1,620        
Carbon fiber rear spoiler     700        
AMG Leather Package       2,590      
Premium Package           3,200 2,200
Technology Package           3,150 3,150
Dynamic Handling Package           1,400 1,400
Driver Assistance Plus           700 700
Driver Assistance Package           950 950
Xenon HID headlights           900  
Wood trim           500  
Around view cameras           350 350
Parking Assist Package 1,014 1,014 1,014 1,014 1,014    
Leather Seating Package 1,814 1,814          
Garmin Map Pilot 581 581 581 581 581    
Premium 1 Package 1,163            
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670 670 670 500 500
Rear spoiler 326 326          
Sunshades, second row 354   354 353 353 230 230
Heated front seats 539 539       455 455
Panoramic sunroof 930 930 930 930 930    
Head-up display (HUD) 921 921 921 921 921    
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only 791 791 791   791    
Leather seating surfaces     1,507        
Carbon fiber rear spoiler     651        
AMG Leather Package       2,409      
Premium Package           2,910 2,000
Technology Package           2,865 2,865
Dynamic Handling Package           1,275 1,275
Driver Assistance Plus           635 635
Driver Assistance Package           865 865
Xenon HID headlights           820  
Wood trim           455  
Around view cameras           320 320
Options (change) 9,785 8,155 7,975 7,395 5,655 12,450 10,050
Options (change) 9,103 7,586 7,419 6,878 5,260 11,330 9,145
Destination 995 995 995 995 995 925 925
Gas Tax 0 -4,043 0 0 0 0 0
Total Price $51,030 $53,007 $62,370 $74,490 $80,350 $53,175 $55,875
Total Invoice $47,531 $49,085 $58,076 $69,346 $74,796 $49,050 $51,560

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW X3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $940
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $407
Model Year2018201820182018201820142014
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassX3X3
TrimC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 SxDrive28ixDrive35i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine241hp I4208hp I4 PiH362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8240hp I4300hp I6
TransmissionT9T7T9T7T7T8T8
DrivetrainRWDRWDAWDRWDRWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 5?, 5?, 5590, 13590, 13205, 12205, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-17225/45-18225/45-18245/40-18245/35-19245/50-18245/50-18
Total Price$51,030$53,007$62,370$74,490$80,350$53,175$55,875
Adjustments for Features0-550-2,725-1,575-2,275-1,205-1,205
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$51,030$52,457$59,645$72,915$78,075$51,970$54,670
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,427$8,615$21,885$27,045$0$2,700
Total Invoice$47,531$49,085$58,076$69,346$74,796$49,050$51,560
Adjustments for Features0-509-2,537-1,466-2,118-1,112-1,112
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$47,531$48,576$55,539$67,880$72,678$47,938$50,448
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,045$8,008$20,349$25,147$0$2,510

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW X3

Model Year2018201820182018201820142014
ModelC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassX3X3
TrimC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 SxDrive28ixDrive35i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400 $1400    
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200 $1200$1200  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic     $1300$1300
RWD$0$0 $0$0  
AWD  $1700  $1700$1700
Accessories 
Eco accelerator $100     
Power liftgate     $350$350
Proximity key$250 $250$250$250$250$250
Remote climate control$25$25$25$25$25  
Remote start via app$75$75$75$75$75  
Semi-automated parking system$500$500$500$500$500  
Sunshades, second row$125 $125$125$125$125$125
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual     $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350$350$350  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats     $0$0
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200$200  
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200$200$200  
Blind spot warning system$200 $200$200$200  
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150$150  
Hill descent control     $250$250
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75$75  
Lane departure warning     $200$200
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0$0$0  
Rear side airbags$300$300$300$300$300  
Tires, run-flat$150$150$150  $150$150
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs     $50$50
Cargo cover     $75$75
Cargo mat     $40$40
Console with shifter     $150$150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150$150  
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25$25$25  
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100$100  
Rear air vents with manual controls     $150$150
Rear wiper     $175$175
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential    $500  
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)    $500  
Limited-slip rear differential   $300   
Engine / Motor 
3.6 kW onboard charger $0     
6 kWh battery pack $0     
Dual-mode exhaust   $250$250  
Raised top speed limiter    $0  
Regenerative braking     $0$0
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0$0$0  
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)     $250$250
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25$25  
Carbon fiber rear spoiler  $300    
Deep-tinted rear windows     $275$275
Painted brake calipers (optional)    $0  
Rear spoiler$200$200 $200$200$200$200
Wheel-lip moldings     $75$75
Infotainment 
App support     $0$0
Aux input     $50$50
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150$150  
Media drive     $15$15
S Voice support     $0$0
Satellite radio$200 $200$200$200  
Satellite radio - one year subscription     $250$250
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25$25  
Siri Eyes Free support     $0$0
Surround sound   $250$250  
Telematics service, such as OnStar     $200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225$225  
Voice control for external devices     $0$0
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50$50  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25$25     
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror     $75$75
Boost gauge  $75$75$75  
Chronometer  $100$100$100  
Compass$0$0$0$0$0  
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100$100  
Fog lights     $125$125
Interior ambient lighting     $150$150
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25     
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750$750$750$750  
Steering-linked headlights     $150$150
Xenon HID headlights     $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100    
Illuminated door sill trim plates   $200$200  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150 $150$150
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150$150$150  
Metal pedals  $75$75$75  
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50$50  
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50$50  
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100$100$100  
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100$100  
Synthetic suede steering wheel    $150  
Upholstered instrument panel  $300$300$300  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500$500$500$500$500$500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100      
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable $1000     
Crosswind stabilization$50$50$50$50$50  
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0$0  
Suggestive steering$0$0$0$0$0  
Transmission 
Launch control   $100$100  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100$100$100  
Total Value of Features$6,975$7,525$9,700$8,550$9,250$8,180$8,180
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$550$2,725$1,575$2,275$1,205$1,205
Value of Feature Adjustments0-509-2,537-1,466-2,118-1,112-1,112

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. BMW X3

Model Year20182014
ModelC-ClassX3
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase111.8 in110.6 in
Length184.5 in183.0 in
Width71.3 in74.1 in
Height56.8 in65.4 in
Curb Weight3,418 lb.4,113 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.17.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.1 in40.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.3 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.7 in39.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in39.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.0 in56.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.2 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
12.6 ft327.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
12.663.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Total Requested45069%
Total Not Requested20031%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e

Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43

Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%
Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%
AMG Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S

Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%
Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested725100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive28i

Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Total Requested50077%
Total Not Requested15023%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested265091%
Total Not Requested2509%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Head-up display (HUD)350Yes
S Voice support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Smartphone integration0No
App support0No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
Total Requested107599%
Total Not Requested151%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive35i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested145085%
Total Not Requested25015%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Head-up display (HUD)350Yes
S Voice support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
Smartphone integration0No
App support0No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
Total Requested107599%
Total Not Requested151%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%

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