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Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. BMW X3 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 M-Class vs. BMW X3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $50,175 BMW X3 xDrive28i | |||||
| Difference: $11,595 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $46,315 BMW X3 xDrive28i | |||||
| Difference: $11,194 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | X3 | X3 |
| Trim | ML350 | ML550 | ML63 AMG | xDrive28i | xDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $48,990 | $57,590 | $94,990 | $36,750 | $41,050 |
| Base Invoice | $45,561 | $53,559 | $88,341 | $34,010 | $37,965 |
| Premium 2 Package | 5,370 | 5,370 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,290 | 1,290 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 750 | 750 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 550 | 550 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 225 | 225 | 225 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,090 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | |||
| Heated second row seats | 620 | 620 | 620 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 1,150 | 1,150 | |||
| Dynamic Handling Package | 1,400 | 1,400 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,450 | 3,450 | |||
| Convenience Package | 1,850 | 1,150 | |||
| Roof rails | 250 | 250 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 250 | 250 | |||
| Rearview camera | 400 | 400 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |||
| Premium 2 Package | 4,994 | 4,994 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,200 | 1,200 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 685 | 685 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 500 | 500 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 209 | 209 | 209 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,014 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | |||
| Heated second row seats | 577 | 577 | 577 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 1,045 | 1,045 | |||
| Dynamic Handling Package | 1,275 | 1,275 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,955 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,140 | 3,140 | |||
| Convenience Package | 1,685 | 1,045 | |||
| Roof rails | 230 | 230 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 230 | 230 | |||
| Rearview camera | 365 | 365 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |||
| Options (change) | 11,905 | 11,905 | 1,935 | 12,550 | 11,850 |
| Options (change) | 11,073 | 11,073 | 1,800 | 11,430 | 10,790 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $61,770 | $70,370 | $97,800 | $50,175 | $53,775 |
| Total Invoice | $57,509 | $65,507 | $91,016 | $46,315 | $49,630 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. BMW X3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW X3 xDrive28i | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,195 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,822 | |||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | X3 | X3 |
| Trim | ML350 | ML550 | ML63 AMG | xDrive28i | xDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 302hp V6 | 402hp V8 | 518hp V8 | 240hp I6 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-19 | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 | 245/55-17 | 245/50-18 |
| Total Price | $61,770 | $70,370 | $97,800 | $50,175 | $53,775 |
| Adjustments for Features | -400 | -750 | -5,275 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $61,370 | $69,620 | $92,525 | $50,175 | $53,775 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $8,250 | $31,155 | $0 | $3,600 |
| Total Invoice | $57,509 | $65,507 | $91,016 | $46,315 | $49,630 |
| Adjustments for Features | -372 | -698 | -4,909 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $57,137 | $64,809 | $86,107 | $46,315 | $49,630 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,672 | $28,970 | $0 | $3,315 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | X3 | X3 |
| Trim | ML350 | ML550 | ML63 AMG | xDrive28i | xDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | $50 | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | ||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood trim, alternative type | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,765 | $7,115 | $11,640 | $6,365 | $6,365 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $400 | $750 | $5,275 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -372 | -698 | -4,909 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | M-Class | X3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 189.1 in | 183.0 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 74.1 in |
| Height | 70.7 in | 65.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,752 lb. | 4,113 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 17.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.9 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.4 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.4 in | 36.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 36.2 ft3 | 27.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 63.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Storage beneath cargo floor | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 830W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2115 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 32% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML550
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Storage beneath cargo floor | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 830W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2115 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 32% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive28i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 21% |
| Dynamic Handling Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Torque vectoring / active trace control | 100 | No |
| Variable steering ratio (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 12% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 965 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 5% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | 50 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3100 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 190 | 6% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Cargo area partition net | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1290 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 9% |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive35i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Cargo area partition net | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 640 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 16% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 21% |
| Dynamic Handling Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Torque vectoring / active trace control | 100 | No |
| Variable steering ratio (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 12% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 965 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 5% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | 50 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2800 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 190 | 6% |
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