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Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. BMW 5-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. BMW 5-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $44,295

Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250   
Difference: $16,050

Lowest Total Invoice: $41,259

Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250   
Difference: $14,301

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20172017200820082008
ModelCLACLA5-Series5-Series5-Series
TrimCLA250AMG CLA45528i535i550i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $32,400 $49,950 $44,600 $49,800 $58,800
Base Invoice $30,132 $46,454 $41,210 $45,995 $54,275
Parktronic Package 970 970      
Interior Package 1,650        
Premium Package 2,350 2,350 2,400 2,200  
Garmin Map Pilot 625 625      
Driver Assistance Package 1,500 1,500      
Convenience Package 500 500      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720      
Wood trim 325 325      
Sunroof, large 1,480 1,480      
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only 850        
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package   1,650      
AMG Performance Seats   2,250      
Obstacle detection, rear     700 700  
Navigation system     1,900 1,900 1,900
Sport Package     2,900 2,900 4,700
Satellite radio - one year subscription     595 595 595
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed     2,400 2,400 2,400
Lane departure warning     500 500 500
Proximity key     1,000 1,000 1,000
Xenon HID headlights     800    
Heated front seats     500 500 500
Folding second row seats     475 475 475
iPod integration     400 400 400
HD radio     350 350 350
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls       500 500
Parktronic Package 902 902      
Interior Package 1,535        
Premium Package 2,186 2,186 2,185 2,000  
Garmin Map Pilot 581 581      
Driver Assistance Package 1,395 1,395      
Convenience Package 465 465      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669 669      
Wood trim 302 302      
Sunroof, large 1,376 1,376      
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only 791        
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package   1,535      
AMG Performance Seats   2,093      
Obstacle detection, rear     635 635  
Navigation system     1,730 1,730 1,730
Sport Package     2,640 2,640 4,275
Satellite radio - one year subscription     540 540 540
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed     2,135 2,135 2,135
Lane departure warning     455 455 455
Proximity key     910 910 910
Xenon HID headlights     730    
Heated front seats     455 455 455
Folding second row seats     430 430 430
iPod integration     365 365 365
HD radio     315 315 315
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls       455 455
Options (change) 10,970 12,370 14,920 14,420 13,320
Options (change) 10,202 11,504 13,525 13,065 12,065
Destination 925 925 825 825 825
Total Price $44,295 $63,245 $60,345 $65,045 $72,945
Total Invoice $41,259 $58,883 $55,560 $59,885 $67,165

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. BMW 5-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $18,285
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,383
Model Year20172017200820082008
ModelCLACLA5-Series5-Series5-Series
TrimCLA250AMG CLA45528i535i550i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine208hp I4375hp I4230hp I6300hp I6360hp V8
TransmissionS7S7M6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDAWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)450, 12450, 12200, 10200, 10200, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17235/40-18245/40-18245/40-18245/35-19
Total Price$44,295$63,245$60,345$65,045$72,945
Adjustments for Features-2,235-5,2600-100-100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$42,060$57,985$60,345$64,945$72,845
Cost Above Minimum$0$15,925$0$4,600$12,500
Total Invoice$41,259$58,883$55,560$59,885$67,165
Adjustments for Features-2,082-4,8970-92-92
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$39,177$53,986$55,560$59,793$67,073
Cost Above Minimum$0$14,809$0$4,233$11,513

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. BMW 5-Series

Model Year20172017200820082008
ModelCLACLA5-Series5-Series5-Series
TrimCLA250AMG CLA45528i535i550i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200$1200   
6-speed manual  $150$150$150
FWD$0    
AWD $1700   
RWD  $0$0$0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100   
Remote app$25$25   
Remote climate control$25$25   
Remote start via app$75$75   
Remote window/roof operation  $15$15$15
Semi-automated parking system$500$500   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power  $350$350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0$0$0
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200   
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200   
Blind spot warning system$200$200   
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150   
Forward collision warning$200$200   
Knee airbag, driver$75$75   
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75   
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0   
Rearview camera$200$200   
Rollover sensor$50$50   
Temporary spare tire  $150$150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100   
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50$50$50
Console with shifter $150$150$150$150
Console without shifter$150    
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25   
Rear seat pass-through  $100$100$100
Ski sack  $50$50$50
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation  $100$100$100
Rear air vents$100$100   
Rear air vents with manual controls  $150$150$150
Residual heat  $50$50$50
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150   
Dual-mode exhaust $250   
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional) $0   
Body kit $0  $0
Front splitter spoiler $200   
Rear spoiler $200   
Sunroof  $900$900$900
Sunroof, large$1100$1100   
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25   
DVD-compatible player$0$0   
iPod integration  $100$100$100
MP3-compatible player$50$50   
Satellite radio$200$200   
Satellite radio - one year subscription  $250$250$250
SD Card slot$25$25   
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25   
Surround sound$250$250   
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200$200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225   
Traffic information$25$25   
USB port$25$25   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror  $75$75$75
Chronometer $100   
Fog light, rear$100$100   
Fog lights  $125$125$125
Interior ambient lighting  $150$150$150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150   
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750   
Power-folding mirrors  $50$50$50
Steering-linked headlights  $150$150$150
Xenon HID headlights  $500$500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Color seat belts $0   
Interior trim, special color $0   
Leather door panel trim  $250$250$250
Metal pedals $75   
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat  $50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50$50
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100$100$100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100$100$100$100
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat $100   
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $100$100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat  $100$100$100
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Upholstered instrument panel$300$300   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars  $500$500$500
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200   
Performance steering system (optional) $0   
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0$0
Transmission 
Launch control $100   
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100 $100$100
Total Value of Features$7,500$10,525$5,265$5,365$5,365
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,235$5,260$0$100$100
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,082-4,8970-92-92

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. BMW 5-Series

Model Year20172008
ModelCLA5-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase106.3 in113.7 in
Length182.3 in191.1 in
Width70.0 in72.7 in
Height56.6 in57.8 in
Curb Weight3,263 lb.3,506 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in37.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.0 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom40.2 in41.5 in
Row 2 Headroom35.6 in37.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.2 in57.2 in
Row 2 Legroom27.1 in36.0 in
Cargo Volume13.1 ft314.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250

Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested65045%
Total Not Requested80055%
Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested70097%
Total Not Requested253%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested32576%
Total Not Requested10024%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA45

Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested65045%
Total Not Requested80055%
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Interior trim, special color0No
Color seat belts0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested90069%
Total Not Requested40031%
Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested70097%
Total Not Requested253%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
AMG Performance Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested32576%
Total Not Requested10024%

Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Compass0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested70097%
Total Not Requested253%
Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Total Requested50077%
Total Not Requested15023%
Folding second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding second row seats300Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Ski sack50No
Total Requested30055%
Total Not Requested25045%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/40WR18 tires200No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Alloy wheels, optional design0No
Tires, run-flat150Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Active stabilizer bars500No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Front seat active head restraints0No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested115051%
Total Not Requested110049%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Total Requested152580%
Total Not Requested37520%

Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Compass0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested70097%
Total Not Requested253%
Folding second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding second row seats300Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Ski sack50No
Total Requested30055%
Total Not Requested25045%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/40WR18 tires200No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Alloy wheels, optional design0No
Tires, run-flat150Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Active stabilizer bars500No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Front seat active head restraints0No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested85044%
Total Not Requested110056%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Total Requested122577%
Total Not Requested37523%

Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 550i

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Compass0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested70097%
Total Not Requested253%
Folding second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding second row seats300Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Ski sack50No
Total Requested30055%
Total Not Requested25045%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Body kit0Yes
245/35ZR19 tires200No
275/30ZR19 tires200No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Alloy wheels, optional design0No
Tires, run-flat150Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Active stabilizer bars500No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Front seat active head restraints0No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Total Requested85040%
Total Not Requested130060%

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