| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Mercedes-Benz CLS 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $70,980 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $36,035 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $65,525 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $34,185 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | CLS | 3-Series |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $99,050 | $55,400 |
| Base Invoice | $92,116 | $51,150 |
| Premium Package 1 | 3,310 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,180 | 380 |
| Premium Package | 2,000 | |
| Technology Package | 3,250 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| HD radio | 350 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | |
| Sunroof | 1,050 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,100 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Premium Package 1 | 3,022 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,097 | 345 |
| Premium Package | 1,820 | |
| Technology Package | 2,960 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,640 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| HD radio | 315 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | |
| Sunroof | 955 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,000 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Options (change) | 4,490 | 13,405 |
| Options (change) | 4,119 | 12,200 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 2,600 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $107,015 | $70,980 |
| Total Invoice | $99,710 | $65,525 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $31,175 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $29,657 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | CLS | 3-Series |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 507hp V8 | 414hp V8 |
| Transmission | T7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 12/18 MPG | 14/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 510, 12 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $107,015 | $70,980 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,860 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $102,155 | $70,980 |
| Total Invoice | $99,710 | $65,525 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,528 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $95,182 | $65,525 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | CLS | 3-Series |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,400 | $3,540 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,860 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,528 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | CLS | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 193.0 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 54.7 in | 55.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,097 lb. | 3,693 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.9 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 58.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 57.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 in | 34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.9 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG
| Premium Package 1 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 38% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| 7-speed automated manual | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Launch control | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 50% |
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 36% |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 925 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 20% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1490 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 12% |
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