| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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: $44,425 BMW 1-Series 128i | ||||
| Difference: $106,200 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,055 BMW 1-Series 128i | ||||
| Difference: $99,091 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | SL | SL | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $149,700 | $217,550 | $34,500 | $40,650 |
| Base Invoice | $139,221 | $202,322 | $31,940 | $37,600 |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||
| Sport Package | 1,300 | 1,100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,250 | 1,950 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,650 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,100 | 2,100 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 250 | 250 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | |||
| Proximity key | 500 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||
| Sport Package | 1,185 | 1,000 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 90 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,050 | 1,775 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,500 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,910 | 1,910 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 230 | 230 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | |||
| Proximity key | 455 | |||
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 9,050 | 7,650 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 8,240 | 6,965 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 1,300 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $150,625 | $219,775 | $44,425 | $49,175 |
| Total Invoice | $140,146 | $204,547 | $41,055 | $45,440 |
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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: $91,040 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $84,986 | ||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | SL | SL | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 577hp V8 | 621hp V12 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 11 | 900, 12 | 180, 8 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 205/50-17 | 215/40-18 |
| Total Price | $150,625 | $219,775 | $44,425 | $49,175 |
| Adjustments for Features | -15,160 | -21,460 | 0 | -150 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $135,465 | $198,315 | $44,425 | $49,025 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $62,850 | $0 | $4,600 |
| Total Invoice | $140,146 | $204,547 | $41,055 | $45,440 |
| Adjustments for Features | -14,105 | -19,973 | 0 | -139 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $126,041 | $184,574 | $41,055 | $45,301 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $58,533 | $0 | $4,246 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | SL | SL | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power door closers | $300 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wind blocker, power small | $300 | $300 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||
| Night vision | $1750 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Adaptive windshield washer system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Heated washer fluid system | $50 | $50 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Washer fluid outlets in wiper blade | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Electronically-variable tint, sunroof or glass roof panel | $2000 | |||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | ||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Leather headliner | $1000 | |||
| 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 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $21,175 | $27,475 | $6,015 | $6,165 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $15,160 | $21,460 | $0 | $150 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -14,105 | -19,973 | 0 | -139 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | SL | 1-Series |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 101.8 in | 104.7 in |
| Length | 181.8 in | 172.2 in |
| Width | 73.9 in | 68.8 in |
| Height | 51.8 in | 55.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,936 lb. | 3,495 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 14.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.1 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.5 in | 54.0 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 | 8.5 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.5 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 128i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/45VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| 205/50VR17 tires | 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 |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 38% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | 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 |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | 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 |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2430 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 5% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 8% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sport Package | ||
| 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 |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | 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 |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | 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 |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2130 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 6% |
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