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Mercedes-Benz CLA 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.
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Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $44,875 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250 | ||||
| Difference: $6,295 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,799 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250 | ||||
| Difference: $5,401 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | CLA | CLA | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | CLA250 | AMG CLA45 | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $32,050 | $49,500 | $34,900 | $42,400 |
| Base Invoice | $29,807 | $46,035 | $32,290 | $39,190 |
| Interior Package | 1,650 | 1,650 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,400 | 2,400 | 3,600 | 1,900 |
| Multimedia Package | 2,480 | 2,480 | ||
| Parktronic Package | 970 | 970 | ||
| Power passenger seat | 400 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 550 | 550 |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 850 | 900 | 900 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 100 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 850 | |||
| Sunroof, large | 1,480 | 1,480 | ||
| AMG Performance Seats | 2,250 | |||
| BMW Assist | 650 | 650 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | 500 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | 500 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | ||
| Interior Package | 1,535 | 1,535 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,232 | 2,232 | 3,275 | 1,730 |
| Multimedia Package | 2,306 | 2,306 | ||
| Parktronic Package | 902 | 902 | ||
| Power passenger seat | 372 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 500 | 500 |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 791 | 820 | 820 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 93 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 791 | |||
| Sunroof, large | 1,376 | 1,376 | ||
| AMG Performance Seats | 2,093 | |||
| BMW Assist | 590 | 590 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 685 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | 455 | 455 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | 475 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | ||
| Options (change) | 11,900 | 11,950 | 15,375 | 11,975 |
| Options (change) | 11,067 | 11,113 | 14,015 | 10,920 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $44,875 | $62,375 | $51,170 | $55,270 |
| Total Invoice | $41,799 | $58,073 | $47,200 | $51,005 |
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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: $8,080 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,064 | ||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | CLA | CLA | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | CLA250 | AMG CLA45 | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 208hp I4 | 375hp I4 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | S7 | S7 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $44,875 | $62,375 | $51,170 | $55,270 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,785 | -4,210 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $43,090 | $58,165 | $51,170 | $55,270 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $15,075 | $0 | $4,100 |
| Total Invoice | $41,799 | $58,073 | $47,200 | $51,005 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,663 | -3,920 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,136 | $54,153 | $47,200 | $51,005 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $14,017 | $0 | $3,805 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | CLA | CLA | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | CLA250 | AMG CLA45 | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | |||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $5,625 | $8,050 | $3,840 | $3,840 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,785 | $4,210 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,663 | -3,920 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2016 | 2012 |
| Model | CLA | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 70.0 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 56.6 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,263 lb. | 3,407 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.2 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 35.6 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.2 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 27.1 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 915 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 975 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 38% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 940 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 26% |
| Parktronic Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Power passenger seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 21% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA45
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 915 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 30% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 975 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 38% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 940 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 26% |
| Parktronic Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| AMG Performance Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| 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% |
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 33% |
| 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 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| 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 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 3575 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 6% |
| 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 |
| 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% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 32% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| 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% |
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 33% |
| 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 |
| 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% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 32% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1325 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 15% |
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