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Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $76,955 BMW 3-Series M3 | |||||
| Difference: $22,160 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $71,110 BMW 3-Series M3 | |||||
| Difference: $21,219 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2010 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | 3-Series |
| Trim | SL550 | SL600 | SL55 AMG | SL65 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $95,300 | $133,200 | $129,300 | $187,200 | $67,050 |
| Base Invoice | $88,629 | $123,876 | $120,249 | $174,096 | $61,865 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,130 | 1,130 | 1,130 | 1,130 | 380 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 510 | 510 | 510 | 510 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,350 | ||||
| Navigation system | 2,100 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||||
| Leather door panel trim | 1,100 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | ||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,051 | 1,051 | 1,051 | 1,051 | 345 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 474 | 474 | 474 | 474 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,230 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,910 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||||
| Leather door panel trim | 1,000 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | ||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | ||||
| Options (change) | 1,640 | 1,640 | 1,640 | 1,640 | 7,330 |
| Options (change) | 1,525 | 1,525 | 1,525 | 1,525 | 6,670 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 2,600 | 2,600 | 2,600 | 1,700 |
| Total Price | $99,115 | $138,315 | $134,415 | $192,315 | $76,955 |
| Total Invoice | $92,329 | $128,876 | $125,249 | $179,096 | $71,110 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series M3 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,825 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,249 | |||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2010 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | 3-Series |
| Trim | SL550 | SL600 | SL55 AMG | SL65 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 382hp V8 | 510hp V12 | 510hp V8 | 604hp V12 | 414hp V8 |
| Transmission | T7 | T5 | T5 | T5 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 250, 8 | 250, 8 | 250, 8 | 250, 8 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-18 | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $99,115 | $138,315 | $134,415 | $192,315 | $76,955 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,335 | -7,035 | -6,185 | -7,135 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $93,780 | $131,280 | $128,230 | $185,180 | $76,955 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $37,500 | $34,450 | $91,400 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $92,329 | $128,876 | $125,249 | $179,096 | $71,110 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,970 | -6,555 | -5,763 | -6,645 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $87,359 | $122,321 | $119,486 | $172,451 | $71,110 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $34,962 | $32,127 | $85,092 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2010 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | SL | 3-Series |
| Trim | SL550 | SL600 | SL55 AMG | SL65 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | ||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $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 | |
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | ||||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Media drive | $15 | ||||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | ||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Folding second row seats w/o opening to trunk | $75 | ||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| 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/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $8,625 | $10,325 | $9,475 | $10,425 | $3,290 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,335 | $7,035 | $6,185 | $7,135 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,970 | -6,555 | -5,763 | -6,645 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 |
| Model | SL | 3-Series |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 178.5 in | 180.6 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 70.2 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 54.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,221 lb. | 3,793 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 16.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.7 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.9 in | 41.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 49.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 31.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.3 ft3 | 9.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 5% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 475 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 32% |
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