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Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW X3 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 X3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $53,075 BMW X3 xDrive28i | ||||
| Difference: $48,775 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $48,950 BMW X3 xDrive28i | ||||
| Difference: $45,836 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | X3 | X3 |
| Trim | S550 | S63 AMG | xDrive28i | xDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $92,900 | $139,500 | $36,750 | $41,050 |
| Base Invoice | $86,397 | $129,735 | $34,010 | $37,965 |
| Heated steering wheel | 490 | |||
| Power rear seats | 1,515 | 1,515 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,500 | |||
| Heated second row seats | 620 | 620 | ||
| Around view cameras | 900 | 900 | ||
| M Sport Package | 3,000 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,450 | 3,450 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,850 | 1,150 | ||
| Technology Package | 3,200 | 3,200 | ||
| Dynamic Handling Package | 1,400 | 1,400 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 1,150 | 1,150 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 250 | 250 | ||
| App support | 250 | 250 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Sport Activity Package | 1,250 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | 456 | |||
| Power rear seats | 1,409 | 1,409 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,185 | |||
| Heated second row seats | 577 | 577 | ||
| Around view cameras | 837 | 837 | ||
| M Sport Package | 2,730 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,140 | 3,140 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,685 | 1,045 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,910 | 2,910 | ||
| Dynamic Handling Package | 1,275 | 1,275 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 1,045 | 1,045 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 230 | 230 | ||
| App support | 230 | 230 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| Sport Activity Package | 1,140 | |||
| Options (change) | 8,025 | 3,035 | 15,450 | 13,000 |
| Options (change) | 7,464 | 2,823 | 14,065 | 11,835 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $101,850 | $143,460 | $53,075 | $54,925 |
| Total Invoice | $94,786 | $133,483 | $48,950 | $50,675 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW X3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW X3 xDrive28i | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $45,015 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $42,336 | ||||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | X3 | X3 |
| Trim | S550 | S63 AMG | xDrive28i | xDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 449hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 240hp I6 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-18 | 255/40-20 | 245/50-18 | 245/50-18 |
| Total Price | $101,850 | $143,460 | $53,075 | $54,925 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,860 | -6,010 | -100 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $97,990 | $137,450 | $52,975 | $54,925 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $39,460 | $0 | $1,950 |
| Total Invoice | $94,786 | $133,483 | $48,950 | $50,675 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,592 | -5,592 | -92 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $91,194 | $127,891 | $48,858 | $50,675 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $36,697 | $0 | $1,817 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | X3 | X3 |
| Trim | S550 | S63 AMG | xDrive28i | xDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| RWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $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 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | |||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Laminated rear side windows | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| 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 passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | ||
| 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/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 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $12,165 | $14,315 | $8,405 | $8,305 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,860 | $6,010 | $100 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,592 | -5,592 | -92 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2014 | 2011 |
| Model | S-Class | X3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 206.5 in | 183.0 in |
| Width | 74.8 in | 74.1 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 65.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,730 lb. | 4,113 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 17.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.7 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.7 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.2 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.1 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 43.0 in | 36.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 27.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 | 63.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S550
| 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% |
| 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 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 1925 | 72% |
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 X3 xDrive28i
| M Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bodyside cladding | 100 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Torque vectoring / active trace control | 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 |
| Roof rails | 250 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 245/50WR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 39% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 61% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | 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 |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | 50 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3100 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 190 | 6% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Cargo area partition net | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 1025 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 28% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 500 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1915 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Dynamic Handling Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Torque vectoring / active trace control | 100 | Yes |
| Variable steering ratio (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 25% |
| 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 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 7% |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive35i
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Cargo area partition net | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 375 | 49% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 51% |
| Sport Activity Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | 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 |
| Roof rails | 250 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 245/50WR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 37% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 63% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | 50 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2800 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 190 | 6% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 500 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1915 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Dynamic Handling Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Torque vectoring / active trace control | 100 | Yes |
| Variable steering ratio (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 25% |
| 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 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 7% |
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