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

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Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. BMW X3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $47,120

Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250   
Difference: $8,825

Lowest Total Invoice: $43,881

Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250   
Difference: $8,184

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201720172015201520152015
ModelCLACLAX3X3X3X3
TrimCLA250AMG CLA45sDrive28ixDrive28ixDrive28dxDrive35i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $32,400 $49,950 $38,500 $40,500 $42,000 $45,500
Base Invoice $30,132 $46,454 $36,100 $37,940 $39,320 $42,540
Convenience Package 500 500        
Parktronic Package 970 970        
Interior Package 1,650          
Premium Package 2,350 2,350 3,200 3,200 3,200 2,200
Driver Assistance Package 1,500 1,500 950 950 950 950
Multimedia Package 2,300 2,300        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 550 550 550 550
Rear spoiler 300          
Wood trim 325 325        
Adaptive dampers - electrical 850 850        
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        
M Sport Package     2,600 2,700 2,400 2,700
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed     1,900 1,900 1,900 1,900
Navigation system     2,150 2,150 2,150 2,150
Dynamic Handling Package     1,300 1,300 1,300 1,300
Semi-automated parking system     500 500 500 500
Heated front seats     500 500 500 500
LED headlights     1,900 1,900 1,900 1,900
Steering-linked headlights     900 900 900  
Convenience Package 465 465        
Parktronic Package 902 902        
Interior Package 1,535          
Premium Package 2,186 2,186 2,910 2,910 2,910 2,000
Driver Assistance Package 1,395 1,395 865 865 865 865
Multimedia Package 2,139 2,139        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669 669 500 500 500 500
Rear spoiler 273          
Wood trim 302 302        
Adaptive dampers - electrical 791 791        
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        
M Sport Package     2,365 2,455 2,185 2,455
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed     1,730 1,730 1,730 1,730
Navigation system     1,955 1,955 1,955 1,955
Dynamic Handling Package     1,185 1,185 1,185 1,185
Semi-automated parking system     455 455 455 455
Heated front seats     455 455 455 455
LED headlights     1,730 1,730 1,730 1,730
Steering-linked headlights     820 820 820  
Options (change) 13,795 14,895 16,450 16,550 16,250 14,650
Options (change) 12,824 13,853 14,970 15,060 14,790 13,330
Destination 925 925 995 995 995 995
Total Price $47,120 $65,770 $55,945 $58,045 $59,245 $61,145
Total Invoice $43,881 $61,232 $52,065 $53,995 $55,105 $56,865

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. BMW X3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,380
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,839
Model Year201720172015201520152015
ModelCLACLAX3X3X3X3
TrimCLA250AMG CLA45sDrive28ixDrive28ixDrive28dxDrive35i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine208hp I4375hp I4240hp I4240hp I4180hp I4 D300hp I6
TransmissionS7S7T8T8T8T8
DrivetrainFWDAWDRWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)450, 12450, 12205, 12205, 12205, 12205, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/45-17235/40-18245/45-19245/45-19245/45-19245/45-19
Total Price$47,120$65,770$55,945$58,045$59,245$61,145
Adjustments for Features0-2,825-1,445-3,495-3,495-3,495
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$47,120$62,945$54,500$54,550$55,750$57,650
Cost Above Minimum$0$15,825$0$50$1,250$3,150
Total Invoice$43,881$61,232$52,065$53,995$55,105$56,865
Adjustments for Features0-2,630-1,345-3,251-3,251-3,250
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$43,881$58,602$50,720$50,744$51,854$53,615
Cost Above Minimum$0$14,721$0$24$1,134$2,895

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. BMW X3

Model Year201720172015201520152015
ModelCLACLAX3X3X3X3
TrimCLA250AMG CLA45sDrive28ixDrive28ixDrive28dxDrive35i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200$1200    
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1300$1300$1300$1300
FWD$0     
AWD $1700 $1700$1700$1700
RWD  $0   
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100    
Power liftgate  $350$350$350$350
Remote climate control$25$25    
Remote start via app$75$75    
Remote window/roof operation  $15$15$15$15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0$0$0$0
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200    
Blind spot warning system$200$200    
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150    
Hill descent control   $250$250$250
Knee airbag, driver$75$75    
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75    
Rollover sensor$50$50    
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100 $100$100$100
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs  $50$50$50$50
Cargo cover  $75$75$75$75
Cargo mat  $40$40$40$40
Console with shifter $150$150$150$150$150
Console without shifter$150     
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25    
Roof rails  $250$250$250$250
Trailering equipment (4 wire)  $125$125$125$125
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
Rear wiper  $175$175$175$175
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust $250    
Regenerative braking  $0$0$0$0
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional) $0$0$0$0$0
Body kit $0    
Bodyside cladding  $350$350$350$350
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275$275$275$275
Front splitter spoiler $200    
Panoramic sunroof  $1200$1200$1200$1200
Sport rocker panels (optional)  $0$0$0$0
Sunroof, large$1100$1100    
Wheel-lip moldings  $75$75$75$75
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100    
Apple CarPlay support$100$100    
Handwriting recognition  $200$200$200$200
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0    
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
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50    
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights  $200$200$200$200
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror  $75$75$75$75
Chronometer $100    
Fog light, rear$100$100    
Fog lights  $125$125$125$125
Interior ambient lighting  $150$150$150$150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150    
LED headlights  $1000$1000$1000$1000
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750    
Power-folding mirrors  $50$50$50$50
Steering-linked headlights  $150$150$150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Color seat belts $0    
Interior trim, special color $0    
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50$50$50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $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    
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional) $0    
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0    
Transmission 
Launch control $100    
Total Value of Features$5,950$8,775$7,395$9,445$9,445$9,445
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,825$1,445$3,495$3,495$3,495
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,630-1,345-3,251-3,251-3,250

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. BMW X3

Model Year20172015
ModelCLAX3
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.3 in110.6 in
Length182.3 in183.8 in
Width70.0 in74.1 in
Height56.6 in66.1 in
Curb Weight3,263 lb.4,031 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.5 gal.17.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.2 in40.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.0 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom40.2 in39.9 in
Row 2 Headroom35.6 in39.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.2 in56.0 in
Row 2 Legroom27.1 in36.5 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
13.1 ft327.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
13.163.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested32576%
Total Not Requested10024%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
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%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested89078%
Total Not Requested25022%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA45

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested32576%
Total Not Requested10024%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
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%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested89078%
Total Not Requested25022%
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%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 sDrive28i

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%
LED headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
LED headlights500No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested700100%
Steering-linked headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested50077%
Total Not Requested15023%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
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
Bodyside cladding100No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
245/45WR19 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Total Requested50045%
Total Not Requested60055%
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 support0Yes
S Voice support0No
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145048%
Total Not Requested155052%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive28i

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%
LED headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
LED headlights500No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested700100%
Steering-linked headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested50077%
Total Not Requested15023%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Bodyside cladding100No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
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
245/45WR19 tires400No
Total Requested60050%
Total Not Requested60050%
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 support0Yes
S Voice support0No
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145048%
Total Not Requested155052%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive28d

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%
LED headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
LED headlights500No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested700100%
Steering-linked headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested50077%
Total Not Requested15023%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Bodyside cladding100No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
245/45WR19 tires400No
Total Requested60050%
Total Not Requested60050%
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 support0Yes
S Voice support0No
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145048%
Total Not Requested155052%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive35i

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%
LED headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
LED headlights500No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested700100%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Bodyside cladding100No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Front sport buckets100Yes
245/45WR19 tires400No
Total Requested60050%
Total Not Requested60050%
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 support0Yes
S Voice support0No
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
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
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%

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