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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: $76,695 BMW 3-Series M3 | |||
| Difference: $30,065 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $71,960 BMW 3-Series M3 | |||
| Difference: $27,393 | |||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2017 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | S550 | S63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $92,900 | $139,500 | $64,000 |
| Base Invoice | $86,397 | $129,735 | $60,200 |
| Premium 1 Package | 4,500 | ||
| Power rear seats | 1,515 | 1,515 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 4,450 | 4,450 | |
| Wood trim, expanded coverage | 950 | 950 | |
| Heated second row seats | 620 | 620 | |
| Around view cameras | 900 | 900 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 700 | ||
| Executive Package | 3,900 | ||
| LED headlights | 1,900 | ||
| Driver Assistance Plus | 1,700 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 350 | ||
| Full Merino Leather | 2,650 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | ||
| Sunroof | 0 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,185 | ||
| Power rear seats | 1,409 | 1,409 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 4,139 | 4,139 | |
| Wood trim, expanded coverage | 884 | 884 | |
| Heated second row seats | 577 | 577 | |
| Around view cameras | 837 | 837 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | 658 | ||
| Executive Package | 3,590 | ||
| LED headlights | 1,750 | ||
| Driver Assistance Plus | 1,565 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 320 | ||
| Full Merino Leather | 2,435 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 645 | ||
| Sunroof | 0 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | 460 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| Options (change) | 12,935 | 9,135 | 11,700 |
| Options (change) | 12,031 | 8,504 | 10,765 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 995 |
| Total Price | $106,760 | $149,560 | $76,695 |
| Total Invoice | $99,353 | $139,164 | $71,960 |
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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: $25,200 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $22,866 | |||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2017 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | S550 | S63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 449hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 425hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-18 | 255/40-20 | 255/40-18 |
| Total Price | $106,760 | $149,560 | $76,695 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,865 | -6,465 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $101,895 | $143,095 | $76,695 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $41,200 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $99,353 | $139,164 | $71,960 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,527 | -6,016 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $94,826 | $133,148 | $71,960 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $38,322 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2017 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | 3-Series |
| Trim | S550 | S63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | ||
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | $225 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $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 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Laminated rear side windows | $100 | $100 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | |
| Text dictation | $50 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Voice recorder | $0 | ||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| 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 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $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 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $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 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Downshift rev matching | $50 | ||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $10,515 | $12,115 | $5,650 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,865 | $6,465 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,527 | -6,016 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2014 | 2017 |
| 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. | 3,502 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 M3
| LED headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 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% |
| Executive Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | Yes |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Text dictation | 50 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Voice recorder | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 875 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 42% |
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Around view cameras | 300 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 55% |
| Full Merino Leather | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | -450 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 450 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1000 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1700 | 136% |
| Total Not Requested | -450 | -36% |
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