| 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: $71,980 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $26,795 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $66,460 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $25,462 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | CLS | 3-Series |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $94,900 | $55,900 |
| Base Invoice | $88,257 | $51,630 |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 2,030 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 380 |
| Navigation system | 2,100 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 1,000 | |
| Premium Package | 2,500 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | |
| Sunroof | 1,050 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,100 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 1,888 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 345 |
| Navigation system | 1,910 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 910 | |
| Premium Package | 2,275 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,640 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | |
| Sunroof | 955 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,000 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Options (change) | 3,000 | 13,905 |
| Options (change) | 2,790 | 12,655 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $98,775 | $71,980 |
| Total Invoice | $91,922 | $66,460 |
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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: $23,210 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $22,126 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | CLS | 3-Series |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 518hp V8 | 414hp V8 |
| Transmission | T7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/25 MPG | 14/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 610, 14 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $98,775 | $71,980 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,585 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $95,190 | $71,980 |
| Total Invoice | $91,922 | $66,460 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,336 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $88,586 | $66,460 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| 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 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| 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 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| 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 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,825 | $3,240 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,585 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,336 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | CLS | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 194.5 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 55.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,277 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 | 57.1 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 | 56.5 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 | 15.3 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 |
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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| iPod integration | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 31% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| 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 | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1850 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 13% |
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