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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: $52,520 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||
| Difference: $49,330 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $48,430 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||
| Difference: $46,356 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | S550 | S63 AMG | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $92,900 | $139,500 | $34,900 | $42,400 |
| Base Invoice | $86,397 | $129,735 | $32,290 | $39,190 |
| Heated steering wheel | 490 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,500 | |||
| Power rear seats | 1,515 | 1,515 | ||
| Heated second row seats | 620 | 620 | ||
| Around view cameras | 900 | 900 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,600 | 1,900 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,550 | 2,550 | ||
| Sport Line | 2,500 | 1,700 | ||
| Parking Package | 1,550 | 1,550 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 1,350 | 1,350 | ||
| BMW Assist | 650 | 650 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 900 | 900 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | 500 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | 500 | ||
| App support | 250 | 250 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | 456 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,185 | |||
| Power rear seats | 1,409 | 1,409 | ||
| Heated second row seats | 577 | 577 | ||
| Around view cameras | 837 | 837 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,275 | 1,730 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,320 | 2,320 | ||
| Sport Line | 2,275 | 1,545 | ||
| Parking Package | 1,410 | 1,410 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 1,230 | 1,230 | ||
| BMW Assist | 590 | 590 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 820 | 820 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | 475 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | 455 | 455 | ||
| App support | 230 | 230 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| Options (change) | 8,025 | 3,035 | 16,725 | 13,325 |
| Options (change) | 7,464 | 2,823 | 15,245 | 12,150 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $101,850 | $143,460 | $52,520 | $56,620 |
| Total Invoice | $94,786 | $133,483 | $48,430 | $52,235 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $41,565 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $39,130 | ||||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | S550 | S63 AMG | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 449hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-18 | 255/40-20 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $101,850 | $143,460 | $52,520 | $56,620 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,765 | -9,915 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $94,085 | $133,545 | $52,520 | $56,620 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $39,460 | $0 | $4,100 |
| Total Invoice | $94,786 | $133,483 | $48,430 | $52,235 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,226 | -9,225 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $87,560 | $124,258 | $48,430 | $52,235 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $36,698 | $0 | $3,805 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | S550 | S63 AMG | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | ||
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | $225 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | |||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Laminated rear side windows | $100 | $100 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Memory system, second row seats | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power recliner, second row seats | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | $150 | $150 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $12,765 | $14,915 | $5,000 | $5,000 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $7,765 | $9,915 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -7,226 | -9,225 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 |
| 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 | 74.8 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,730 lb. | 3,407 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.7 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.7 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.2 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.1 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 43.0 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.3 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S550
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | 300 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | 300 | No |
| Sunshades, second row, power | 225 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1325 | 50% |
| Power rear seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recliner, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 525 | 78% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S63 AMG
| Power rear seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recliner, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 525 | 78% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| 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% |
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | 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 |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | 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 | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 2% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 32% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 225/45YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 35% |
| Parking Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 500 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 35% |
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| 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% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1475 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 5% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 32% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 225/45YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 35% |
| Parking Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 500 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 35% |
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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