| 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: $86,895 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $29,920 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $81,355 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $27,362 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | CLS | 3-Series |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $94,900 | $65,500 |
| Base Invoice | $88,257 | $61,595 |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,690 | |
| Lane departure warning | 850 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 12,625 | 8,150 |
| Heated second row seats | 625 | |
| Special order charge | 250 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 2,030 | |
| Full Merino Leather | 2,650 | |
| Executive Package | 4,100 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 500 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 350 | |
| 255/35YR19 | 1,200 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,432 | |
| Lane departure warning | 791 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | |
| Ceramic brake rotors | 11,741 | 7,500 |
| Heated second row seats | 581 | |
| Special order charge | 250 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 1,888 | |
| Full Merino Leather | 2,435 | |
| Executive Package | 3,770 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,670 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 460 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 320 | |
| 255/35YR19 | 1,105 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Options (change) | 21,040 | 20,400 |
| Options (change) | 19,585 | 18,765 |
| Destination | 875 | 995 |
| Total Price | $116,815 | $86,895 |
| Total Invoice | $108,717 | $81,355 |
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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: $28,145 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $25,710 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | CLS | 3-Series |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 518hp V8 | 425hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/25 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 610, 14 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $116,815 | $86,895 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,775 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $115,040 | $86,895 |
| Total Invoice | $108,717 | $81,355 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,652 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $107,065 | $81,355 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| 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 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Around view cameras | $500 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Massage, driver 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 seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,450 | $4,675 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,775 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,652 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | CLS | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 194.5 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,277 lb. | 3,630 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.9 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 58.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 37.7 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 | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.3 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS63 AMG
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | 300 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 48% |
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% |
| 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% |
| 255/35YR19 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/35YR19 tires | 200 | No |
| 275/35YR19 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Full Merino Leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | -450 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 450 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1000 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1700 | 136% |
| Total Not Requested | -450 | -36% |
| Executive Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 37% |
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