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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: $62,975 BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3 | ||
| Difference: $35,560 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $58,090 BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3 | ||
| Difference: $33,682 | ||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | S-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | S400 Hybrid | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $92,350 | $49,650 |
| Base Invoice | $85,886 | $45,860 |
| Rear Seat Package | 3,040 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 490 | |
| Sunshades, second row, power | 750 | |
| Premium Package | 2,200 | |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | |
| DUPL Voice texting capability | 0 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | |
| Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers | 875 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | |
| Sport Line | 1,950 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 950 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | |
| Rearview camera | 400 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Rear Seat Package | 2,827 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 456 | |
| Sunshades, second row, power | 698 | |
| Premium Package | 2,000 | |
| Navigation system | 1,955 | |
| DUPL Voice texting capability | 0 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | |
| Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers | 795 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | |
| Sport Line | 1,775 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 865 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | 455 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | |
| Rearview camera | 365 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| Options (change) | 4,280 | 12,400 |
| Options (change) | 3,981 | 11,305 |
| Destination | 905 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 1,000 | 0 |
| Total Price | $98,535 | $62,975 |
| Total Invoice | $91,772 | $58,090 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $30,360 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $28,839 | ||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | S-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | S400 Hybrid | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 275hp V6 H | 335hp I6 H |
| Transmission | T7 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/25 MPG | 25/33 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 14 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $98,535 | $62,975 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,200 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $93,335 | $62,975 |
| Total Invoice | $91,772 | $58,090 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,843 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $86,929 | $58,090 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | S-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | S400 Hybrid | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| 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 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| 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 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Laminated rear side windows | $100 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DUPL Voice texting capability | $50 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | $200 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Memory system, second row seats | $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 tilt adjuster, second row seats | $150 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather | $200 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,715 | $4,515 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,200 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,843 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | S-Class | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 206.5 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,630 lb. | 3,860 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.8 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.1 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 59.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 37.7 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 | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.4 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S400 Hybrid
| Rear Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Power recliner, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 26% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 74% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3
| 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% |
| Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 71% |
| 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% |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Variable steering ratio (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 33% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 23% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 925 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 90 | 9% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 56% |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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