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

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Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $43,515

Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250   
Difference: $10,680

Lowest Total Invoice: $40,533

Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250   
Difference: $9,947

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201420142015201520152015
ModelCLACLA3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimCLA250CLA45 AMG328i328d335iActiveHybrid 3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $29,900 $47,450 $37,500 $39,000 $43,750 $50,150
Base Invoice $27,807 $44,129 $35,180 $36,560 $40,930 $46,820
Interior Package 1,500 1,500        
Premium 1 Package 2,300 2,300        
Driver Assistance Package 2,500 2,500 950 950 950 950
Obstacle detection, rear 970 970        
Multimedia Package 2,370 2,370        
Sunroof, large 1,480 1,480        
Xenon HID headlights 850          
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 550 550 550 550
AMG Performance Seats   2,250        
Black exterior trim (optional)   750        
Navigation system     2,150 2,150 2,150 2,150
Sport Line     2,500 2,500 1,700 1,700
Premium Package     3,100 3,100 2,200 2,200
Steering-linked headlights     900 900    
Driver Assistance Plus     1,900 1,900 1,900 1,900
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls     500 500 500 500
Heated front seats     500 500 500 500
Semi-automated parking system     500 500 500 500
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed     1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200
Upholstered instrument panel, leather     950 950 950 950
Interior Package 1,395 1,395        
Premium 1 Package 2,139 2,139        
Driver Assistance Package 2,325 2,325 865 865 865 865
Obstacle detection, rear 902 902        
Multimedia Package 2,204 2,204        
Sunroof, large 1,376 1,376        
Xenon HID headlights 791          
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669 669 500 500 500 500
AMG Performance Seats   2,093        
Black exterior trim (optional)   698        
Navigation system     1,955 1,955 1,955 1,955
Sport Line     2,275 2,275 1,545 1,545
Premium Package     2,820 2,820 2,000 2,000
Steering-linked headlights     820 820    
Driver Assistance Plus     1,730 1,730 1,730 1,730
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls     475 475 475 475
Heated front seats     455 455 455 455
Semi-automated parking system     455 455 455 455
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed     1,090 1,090 1,090 1,090
Upholstered instrument panel, leather     865 865 865 865
Options (change) 12,690 14,840 15,700 15,700 13,100 13,100
Options (change) 11,801 13,801 14,305 14,305 11,935 11,935
Destination 925 925 995 995 995 995
Total Price $43,515 $63,215 $54,195 $55,695 $57,845 $64,245
Total Invoice $40,533 $58,855 $50,480 $51,860 $53,860 $59,750

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,815
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,141
Model Year201420142015201520152015
ModelCLACLA3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimCLA250CLA45 AMG328i328d335iActiveHybrid 3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine208hp I4355hp I4240hp I4180hp I4 D300hp I6335hp I6 H
TransmissionS7S7M6T8M6T8
DrivetrainFWDAWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)450, 12450, 12205, 9205, 9205, 9205, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17235/40-18225/45-18225/45-18225/45-18225/45-18
Total Price$43,515$63,215$54,195$55,695$57,845$64,245
Adjustments for Features0-2,825-865-2,315-1,165-2,340
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$43,515$60,390$53,330$53,380$56,680$61,905
Cost Above Minimum$0$16,875$0$50$3,350$8,575
Total Invoice$40,533$58,855$50,480$51,860$53,860$59,750
Adjustments for Features0-2,630-806-2,156-1,085-2,176
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$40,533$56,225$49,674$49,704$52,775$57,574
Cost Above Minimum$0$15,692$0$30$3,101$7,900

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year201420142015201520152015
ModelCLACLA3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimCLA250CLA45 AMG328i328d335iActiveHybrid 3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200$1200    
6-speed manual  $150 $150 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1300 $1300
FWD$0     
AWD $1700    
RWD  $0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate  $100$100$100$100
Proximity key  $250$250$250$250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0$0$0$0
Around view cameras  $500$500$500$500
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200    
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200$200$200$200
Pedestrian detection  $50$50$50$50
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0    
Rearview camera$200$200    
Rollover sensor$50$50    
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100    
Wide-view front camera  $150$150$150$150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50$50$50$50
Console with shifter $150$150$150$150$150
Console without shifter$150     
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation  $100$100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15$15$15$15
Rear air vents$100$100    
Rear air vents with manual controls  $150$150$150$150
Residual heat  $50$50$50$50
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust $250    
Regenerative braking  $0$0$0 
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional) $0$0$0$0$0
Body kit $0    
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25    
Front splitter spoiler $200    
Sunroof  $900$900$900$900
Sunroof, large$1100$1100    
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash$325$325    
CD player  $125$125$125$125
Handwriting recognition  $200$200$200$200
S Voice support  $0$0$0$0
Satellite radio$200$200    
Satellite radio - one year subscription  $250$250$250$250
SD Card slot$25$25    
Siri Eyes Free support  $0$0$0$0
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25    
Surround sound$250$250    
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200$200$200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225    
Voice control for external devices  $0$0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror  $75$75$75$75
Chronometer $100    
Compass  $0$0$0$0
Fog light, rear$100$100    
Fog lights  $125$125$125$125
Large energy flow and fuel economy display     $25
Power-folding mirrors  $50$50$50$50
Steering-linked headlights  $150$150$150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100    
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50 $50$50$50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50 $50$50$50$50
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150    
Metal pedals $75    
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100$100$100$100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100$100$100$100$100
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat $100    
Upholstered instrument panel$300$300    
Upholstered instrument panel, leather  $1000$1000$1000$1000
Wood trim   $300$300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200$200$200$200
Performance steering system (optional) $0    
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0$0 
Transmission 
Launch control $100$100$100$100$100
Total Value of Features$4,725$7,550$5,590$7,040$5,890$7,065
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,825$865$2,315$1,165$2,340
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,630-806-2,156-1,085-2,176

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20142015
ModelCLA3-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in110.6 in
Length182.3 in182.5 in
Width70.0 in71.3 in
Height56.6 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,263 lb.3,411 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.0 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom40.2 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom35.6 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.2 in55.1 in
Row 2 Legroom27.1 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft313.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250

Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Remote window/roof operation15Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300Yes
Total Requested121592%
Total Not Requested1008%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Surround sound250No
iPod integration100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested115066%
Total Not Requested60034%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Total Requested110085%
Total Not Requested20015%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested109098%
Total Not Requested252%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG

Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Remote window/roof operation15Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300Yes
Total Requested121592%
Total Not Requested1008%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Surround sound250No
iPod integration100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested115066%
Total Not Requested60034%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Total Requested110085%
Total Not Requested20015%
AMG Performance Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested109098%
Total Not Requested252%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Steering-linked headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested50077%
Total Not Requested15023%
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested200100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested65057%
Total Not Requested50043%
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
Proximity key250No
Total Requested210078%
Total Not Requested60022%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras300No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested75052%
Total Not Requested70048%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d

Steering-linked headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested50077%
Total Not Requested15023%
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested200100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested65057%
Total Not Requested50043%
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
Proximity key250No
Total Requested210078%
Total Not Requested60022%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras300No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested75052%
Total Not Requested70048%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested200100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested65057%
Total Not Requested50043%
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
Proximity key250No
Total Requested120067%
Total Not Requested60033%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras300No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested75052%
Total Not Requested70048%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3

Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Launch control100Yes
Total Requested200100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested65057%
Total Not Requested50043%
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
Proximity key250No
Total Requested120067%
Total Not Requested60033%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras300No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Driver drowsiness monitor150Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Speed limit information0No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested75052%
Total Not Requested70048%

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