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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: $70,520 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $69,355 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $65,090 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $65,125 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | S-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | S63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $138,000 | $54,850 |
| Base Invoice | $128,340 | $50,640 |
| Premium Package | 2,000 | |
| Technology Package | 3,250 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,900 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | |
| HD radio | 350 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Sunroof | 1,050 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,100 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | |
| Premium Package | 1,820 | |
| Technology Package | 2,960 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 2,640 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | |
| HD radio | 315 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Sunroof | 955 | |
| Leather door panel trim | 1,000 | |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | |
| Options (change) | 0 | 13,545 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 12,325 |
| Destination | 875 | 825 |
| Gas Tax | 1,000 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $139,875 | $70,520 |
| Total Invoice | $130,215 | $65,090 |
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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: $60,595 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $56,970 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | S-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | S63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 536hp V8 | 414hp V8 |
| Transmission | T7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 15/22 MPG | 14/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 14 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-20 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $139,875 | $70,520 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,760 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $131,115 | $70,520 |
| Total Invoice | $130,215 | $65,090 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,155 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $122,060 | $65,090 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | S-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | S63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| 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 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| 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 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| 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-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather | $200 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $12,790 | $4,030 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $8,760 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -8,155 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | S-Class | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 206.5 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 55.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,741 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 Hip Room | 59.9 in | 0.0 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 Hip Room | 59.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 42.3 in | 34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.4 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| 7-speed automated manual | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Launch control | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| 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% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 975 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 15% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1475 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 13% |
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