Mercedes-Benz E-Class Mercedes-Benz E-Class 2008 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2013

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Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $53,825

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $42,675

Lowest Total Invoice: $49,635

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $40,319

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820132013
ModelE-Class3-Series3-Series
TrimE63 AMG328i335i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $85,300 $36,850 $43,150
Base Invoice $79,329 $34,080 $39,880
Obstacle detection, rear 1,120 750 750
Premium I Package 1,710    
Premium II Package 1,910    
iPod integration 425    
Voice control for nav and audio 510    
Sunshades, second row 350    
Adaptive cruise control 2,200    
Premium Package   3,100 2,200
Sunshade, rear, power   575 575
Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers   875 875
Sport Line   2,750 1,950
Steering-linked headlights   900  
Navigation system   2,150 2,150
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed   2,400 2,400
Adaptive dampers - electrical   1,000 1,000
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   500 500
Heated front seats   500 500
Metallic paint (extra cost)   550 550
Obstacle detection, rear 1,042 685 685
Premium I Package 1,590    
Premium II Package 1,777    
iPod integration 395    
Voice control for nav and audio 474    
Sunshades, second row 326    
Adaptive cruise control 2,046    
Premium Package   2,820 2,000
Sunshade, rear, power   525 525
Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers   795 795
Sport Line   2,505 1,775
Steering-linked headlights   820  
Navigation system   1,955 1,955
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed   2,185 2,185
Adaptive dampers - electrical   910 910
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   475 475
Heated front seats   455 455
Metallic paint (extra cost)   500 500
Options (change) 8,225 16,050 13,450
Options (change) 7,650 14,630 12,260
Destination 875 925 925
Gas Tax 2,100 0 0
Total Price $96,500 $53,825 $57,525
Total Invoice $89,954 $49,635 $53,065

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $39,190
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $37,070
Model Year200820132013
ModelE-Class3-Series3-Series
TrimE63 AMG328i335i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine507hp V8240hp I4300hp I6
TransmissionT7M6T8
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)12/19 MPG14/20 MPG14/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)420, 12600, 16600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18225/45-18225/45-18
Total Price$96,500$53,825$57,525
Adjustments for Features-3,4850-1,150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$93,015$53,825$56,375
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,550
Total Invoice$89,954$49,635$53,065
Adjustments for Features-3,2490-1,061
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$86,705$49,635$52,004
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,369

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year200820132013
ModelE-Class3-Series3-Series
TrimE63 AMG328i335i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200  
6-speed manual $150 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1300
RWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control$600  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850$850
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100$100
Proximity key$250  
Remote app $25$25
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0  
Forward collision warning $200$200
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75
Rear side airbags$300  
Rollover sensor$50  
Temporary spare tire$150  
Tires, run-flat $150$150
Climate Control 
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250  
Rear air vents with manual controls $150$150
Rear dual-zone climate control$125  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150
Regenerative braking $0$0
Exterior 
Body kit$0  
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25  
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
DVD-compatible player $0$0
HD radio $50$50
iPod integration$100  
Media drive $15$15
Satellite radio$200  
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250$250
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Traffic information $25$25
USB port $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75$75
Chronometer$100  
Compass $0$0
Fog light, rear$100  
Headlight washers$50  
Power-folding mirrors $50$50
Steering-linked fog lights$50  
Steering-linked headlights $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300  
Folding second row seats $300$300
Leather door panel trim$250  
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
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  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000  
Alloy wheels $350$350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Polished alloy wheels$350  
Total Value of Features$7,575$4,090$5,240
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,485$0$1,150
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,2490-1,061

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20082013
ModelE-Class3-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.4 in110.6 in
Length191.0 in182.5 in
Width71.7 in71.3 in
Height58.4 in56.3 in
Curb Weight4,027 lb.3,713 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.1 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.4 in55.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.1 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.8 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.6 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft313.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E63 AMG

Premium I Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested82573%
Total Not Requested30027%
Premium II Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Proximity key250No
Steering-linked fog lights50No
Total Requested50059%
Total Not Requested35041%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)
FeatureValueRequested?
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested25029%
Total Not Requested60071%
Steering-linked headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested50077%
Total Not Requested15023%
Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Forward collision alert200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested900100%
Adaptive shocks - electrical
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Sunroof900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested210086%
Total Not Requested35014%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested75065%
Total Not Requested40035%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Remote app25No
Total Requested90089%
Total Not Requested11511%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)
FeatureValueRequested?
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested25029%
Total Not Requested60071%
Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Forward collision alert200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested900100%
Adaptive shocks - electrical
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested120077%
Total Not Requested35023%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested75065%
Total Not Requested40035%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Remote app25No
Total Requested90089%
Total Not Requested11511%

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