| 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: $68,120 BMW 3-Series M3 | |||
| Difference: $35,305 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $62,905 BMW 3-Series M3 | |||
| Difference: $33,345 | |||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2009 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | 3-Series |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | CLS63 AMG S | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $99,500 | $106,500 | $54,850 |
| Base Invoice | $92,535 | $99,045 | $50,640 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 350 |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 2,030 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 1,000 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,000 | ||
| Technology Package | 3,250 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| Sunroof | 1,050 | ||
| HD radio | 350 | ||
| iPod integration | 400 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | 1,100 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 320 |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 1,888 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 910 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,820 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,960 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| Sunroof | 955 | ||
| HD radio | 315 | ||
| iPod integration | 365 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | 1,000 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,000 | 970 | 11,145 |
| Options (change) | 2,790 | 902 | 10,140 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 825 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $103,425 | $108,395 | $68,120 |
| Total Invoice | $96,250 | $100,872 | $62,905 |
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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: $28,645 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $27,147 | |||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2009 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | 3-Series |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | CLS63 AMG S | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 550hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 414hp V8 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 610, 14 | 610, 14 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $103,425 | $108,395 | $68,120 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,660 | -6,760 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $96,765 | $101,635 | $68,120 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,870 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $96,250 | $100,872 | $62,905 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,198 | -6,291 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $90,052 | $94,581 | $62,905 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,529 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2009 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | 3-Series |
| Trim | CLS63 AMG | CLS63 AMG S | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| RWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,550 | $9,650 | $2,890 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,660 | $6,760 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,198 | -6,291 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2014 | 2009 |
| 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 | 4,256 lb. | 3,341 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
| 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% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| 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 |
| 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 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1440 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 15% |
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