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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: $73,795 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $65,820 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $69,300 BMW 3-Series M3 | ||
| Difference: $60,785 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2018 |
| Model | SL | 3-Series |
| Trim | SL63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $135,000 | $65,500 |
| Base Invoice | $125,550 | $61,595 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,140 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 |
| Executive Package | 4,100 | |
| Full Merino Leather | 2,650 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,060 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 |
| Executive Package | 3,770 | |
| Full Merino Leather | 2,435 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | |
| Options (change) | 1,140 | 7,300 |
| Options (change) | 1,060 | 6,710 |
| Destination | 875 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 2,600 | 0 |
| Total Price | $139,615 | $73,795 |
| Total Invoice | $130,085 | $69,300 |
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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: $58,395 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $53,867 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2018 |
| Model | SL | 3-Series |
| Trim | SL63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 518hp V8 | 425hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 12/19 MPG | 17/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 510, 10 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 255/40-18 |
| Total Price | $139,615 | $73,795 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,425 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $132,190 | $73,795 |
| Total Invoice | $130,085 | $69,300 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,918 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $123,167 | $69,300 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2009 | 2018 |
| Model | SL | 3-Series |
| Trim | SL63 AMG | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Around view cameras | $500 | |
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Downshift rev matching | $50 | |
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $15,975 | $8,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $7,425 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,918 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2009 | 2018 |
| Model | SL | 3-Series |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 180.4 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 51.1 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,274 lb. | 3,575 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.7 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.9 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.2 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Executive Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 25% |
| Total Not Requested | 1800 | 75% |
| 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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