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Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW 1-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 SL vs. BMW 1-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $48,705 BMW 1-Series 128i | |||||||
| Difference: $53,800 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,955 BMW 1-Series 128i | |||||||
| Difference: $50,527 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | 1-Series | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | SL550 | SL600 | SL55 AMG | SL65 AMG | 128i | 135i | 135is |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $95,300 | $133,200 | $129,300 | $187,200 | $36,900 | $44,100 | $47,950 |
| Base Invoice | $88,629 | $123,876 | $120,249 | $174,096 | $34,130 | $40,750 | $44,295 |
| Premium I Package | 3,170 | ||||||
| Tires, run-flat | 220 | 220 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,130 | 1,130 | 1,130 | 1,130 | 380 | 380 | 380 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 510 | 510 | 510 | 510 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | 500 | ||||
| Premium Package | 3,500 | 2,400 | 2,400 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | 900 | ||||||
| M Sport Package | 1,900 | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | ||||||
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | ||||||
| Technology Package | 2,350 | 2,350 | 2,350 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | ||||
| Sport seats | 400 | ||||||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |||||
| Premium I Package | 2,948 | ||||||
| Tires, run-flat | 205 | 205 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,051 | 1,051 | 1,051 | 1,051 | 345 | 345 | 345 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 474 | 474 | 474 | 474 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | 455 | ||||
| Premium Package | 3,185 | 2,185 | 2,185 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | 820 | ||||||
| M Sport Package | 1,730 | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 90 | ||||||
| Cold Weather Package | 635 | ||||||
| Technology Package | 2,140 | 2,140 | 2,140 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||||
| Sport seats | 365 | ||||||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |||||
| Options (change) | 5,030 | 1,860 | 1,640 | 1,640 | 10,880 | 6,580 | 6,180 |
| Options (change) | 4,678 | 1,730 | 1,525 | 1,525 | 9,900 | 5,990 | 5,625 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 2,600 | 2,600 | 2,600 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $102,505 | $138,535 | $134,415 | $192,315 | $48,705 | $51,605 | $55,055 |
| Total Invoice | $95,482 | $129,081 | $125,249 | $179,096 | $44,955 | $47,665 | $50,845 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW 1-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 1-Series 128i | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $44,165 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $41,552 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | 1-Series | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | SL550 | SL600 | SL55 AMG | SL65 AMG | 128i | 135i | 135is |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 382hp V8 | 510hp V12 | 510hp V8 | 604hp V12 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 320hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T5 | T5 | T5 | M6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 250, 8 | 250, 8 | 250, 8 | 250, 8 | 180, 8 | 180, 8 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-18 | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 205/50-17 | 215/40-18 | 215/40-18 |
| Total Price | $102,505 | $138,535 | $134,415 | $192,315 | $48,705 | $51,605 | $55,055 |
| Adjustments for Features | -9,660 | -10,460 | -9,460 | -10,410 | -25 | -125 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $92,845 | $128,075 | $124,955 | $181,905 | $48,680 | $51,480 | $55,055 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $35,230 | $32,110 | $89,060 | $0 | $2,800 | $6,375 |
| Total Invoice | $95,482 | $129,081 | $125,249 | $179,096 | $44,955 | $47,665 | $50,845 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,998 | -9,746 | -8,815 | -9,694 | -23 | -115 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $86,484 | $119,335 | $116,434 | $169,402 | $44,932 | $47,550 | $50,845 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $32,851 | $29,950 | $82,918 | $0 | $2,618 | $5,913 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | 1-Series | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | SL550 | SL600 | SL55 AMG | SL65 AMG | 128i | 135i | 135is |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | ||||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | $650 | ||||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $16,325 | $17,125 | $16,125 | $17,075 | $6,690 | $6,790 | $6,665 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $9,660 | $10,460 | $9,460 | $10,410 | $25 | $125 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -8,998 | -9,746 | -8,815 | -9,694 | -23 | -115 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2013 |
| Model | SL | 1-Series |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 104.7 in |
| Length | 178.5 in | 172.2 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 68.8 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 55.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,221 lb. | 3,495 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 14.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.7 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.9 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 32.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.3 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL550
| Premium I Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 30% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 128i
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 21% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | 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 |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 2905 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 11% |
| M Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/45VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| 205/50VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | 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 |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 38% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 10% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1705 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 18% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 10% |
| Sport seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135is
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1705 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 18% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 10% |
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