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

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

Lowest Total Price: $51,700

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $41,055

Lowest Total Invoice: $47,700

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $38,623

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2010201320132013
ModelM-Class3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimML63 AMG328i335iActiveHybrid 3
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $91,050 $36,850 $43,150 $49,650
Base Invoice $84,676 $34,080 $39,880 $45,860
Heated second row seats 610      
Heated steering wheel 220      
Premium Package   3,100 2,200 2,200
Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers   875 875 875
Sport Line   2,750 1,950 1,950
Steering-linked headlights   900    
Navigation system   2,150 2,150 2,150
Cold Weather Package   950 950 950
Obstacle detection, rear   750 750 750
Adaptive dampers - electrical   1,000 1,000 1,000
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   500 500 500
Rearview camera   400 400 400
Metallic paint (extra cost)   550 550 550
DUPL Voice texting capability       0
Heated second row seats 567      
Heated steering wheel 205      
Premium Package   2,820 2,000 2,000
Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers   795 795 795
Sport Line   2,505 1,775 1,775
Steering-linked headlights   820    
Navigation system   1,955 1,955 1,955
Cold Weather Package   865 865 865
Obstacle detection, rear   685 685 685
Adaptive dampers - electrical   910 910 910
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   475 475 475
Rearview camera   365 365 365
Metallic paint (extra cost)   500 500 500
DUPL Voice texting capability       0
Options (change) 830 13,925 11,325 11,325
Options (change) 772 12,695 10,325 10,325
Destination 875 925 925 925
Total Price $92,755 $51,700 $55,400 $61,900
Total Invoice $86,323 $47,700 $51,130 $57,110

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $33,975
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $32,034
Model Year2010201320132013
ModelM-Class3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimML63 AMG328i335iActiveHybrid 3
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine503hp V8240hp I4300hp I6335hp I6 H
TransmissionT7M6T8T8
DrivetrainAWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)440, 12600, 16600, 16600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)295/40-20225/45-18225/45-18225/45-18
Total Price$92,755$51,700$55,400$61,900
Adjustments for Features-7,0800-1,150-1,225
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$85,675$51,700$54,250$60,675
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,550$8,975
Total Invoice$86,323$47,700$51,130$57,110
Adjustments for Features-6,5890-1,061-1,130
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$79,734$47,700$50,069$55,980
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,369$8,280

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

Model Year2010201320132013
ModelM-Class3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimML63 AMG328i335iActiveHybrid 3
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200   
6-speed manual $150  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1300$1300
AWD$1700   
RWD $0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100   
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100$100$100
Power liftgate$350   
Proximity key$250   
Remote app $25$25$25
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0   
Hill descent control$250   
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75$75
Rear side airbags$300   
Rollover sensor$50   
Temporary spare tire$150   
Tires, run-flat $150$150$150
Trailer sway control$25   
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50$50
Aluminum roof rails$250   
Cargo area partition net$40   
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50   
Cargo cover$75   
Console with shifter $150$150$150
Console without shifter$150   
Climate Control 
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250   
Rear air vents with manual controls $150$150$150
Rear wiper$175   
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150$150
Regenerative braking $0$0 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75   
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25   
Deep-tinted rear windows$275   
Rear bumper protector$40   
Running boards$350   
Wheel-lip moldings$75   
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25$25
CD changer, in-dash$325   
CD player $125$125$125
DUPL Voice texting capability   $50
iPod integration$100   
Satellite radio$200   
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250$250$250
SD Card slot$25   
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25$25
USB port $25$25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75$75$75
Chronometer$100   
Cornering lights$50   
Fog light, rear$100   
Interior ambient lighting $150$150$150
Large energy flow and fuel economy display   $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300   
Leather door panel trim$250   
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50
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   
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000   
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0$0 
Total Value of Features$9,380$2,300$3,450$3,525
Value of Feature Adjustments$7,080$0$1,150$1,225
Value of Feature Adjustments-6,5890-1,061-1,130

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

Model Year20102013
ModelM-Class3-Series
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase114.7 in110.6 in
Length188.5 in182.5 in
Width75.2 in71.3 in
Height70.1 in56.3 in
Curb Weight4,706 lb.3,361 lb.
Fuel Capacity25.1 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.9 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.9 in55.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.9 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.2 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom39.8 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room59.8 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.2 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom40.0 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
29.4 ft313.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
72.4 ft313.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

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 headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
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
Sunroof900Yes
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
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested75065%
Total Not Requested40035%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Remote app25No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Total Requested94093%
Total Not Requested757%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

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 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
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested75065%
Total Not Requested40035%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Remote app25No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Total Requested94093%
Total Not Requested757%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3

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 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
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested75065%
Total Not Requested40035%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Remote app25No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Total Requested94093%
Total Not Requested757%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%

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