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Mercedes-Benz S-Class 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 S-Class vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $70,400 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $114,900 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $65,025 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $107,540 | ||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2011 |
| Model | S-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | S65 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $181,500 | $55,900 |
| Base Invoice | $168,795 | $51,630 |
| iPod integration | 425 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | |
| Convenience Package | 2,900 | |
| Premium Package | 2,500 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Sunroof | 1,050 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| iPod integration | 395 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,640 | |
| Convenience Package | 2,640 | |
| Premium Package | 2,275 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Sunroof | 955 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| Options (change) | 425 | 12,325 |
| Options (change) | 395 | 11,220 |
| Destination | 775 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 2,600 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $185,300 | $70,400 |
| Total Invoice | $172,565 | $65,025 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $105,265 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $98,567 | ||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2011 |
| Model | S-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | S65 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 604hp V12 | 414hp V8 |
| Transmission | T5 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/20 MPG | 14/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 14 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-20 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $185,300 | $70,400 |
| Adjustments for Features | -9,635 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $175,665 | $70,400 |
| Total Invoice | $172,565 | $65,025 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,973 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $163,592 | $65,025 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2007 | 2011 |
| Model | S-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | S65 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power door closers | $300 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Night vision | $1750 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power recliner, second row seats | $150 | |
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, second row seats | $150 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | $150 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $13,915 | $4,280 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $9,635 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -8,973 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2007 | 2011 |
| Model | S-Class | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 205.0 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 55.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,035 lb. | 3,693 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.8 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.1 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 42.3 in | 34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.3 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 7-speed automated manual | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Launch control | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 50% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 10% |
| 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 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1775 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 16% |
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