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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: $48,320 BMW 3-Series 325Ci | |||||
| Difference: $57,625 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,215 BMW 3-Series 325Ci | |||||
| Difference: $54,466 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG | 325Ci | 330Ci |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $102,600 | $139,050 | $198,750 | $39,600 | $44,900 |
| Base Invoice | $95,418 | $129,316 | $184,838 | $36,215 | $41,040 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,170 | 1,170 | 350 | 350 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||
| Sport Package | 1,200 | 800 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package (convertible) | 750 | 750 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,200 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | 800 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,800 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 750 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,088 | 1,088 | 320 | 320 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||
| Sport Package | 1,090 | 730 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package (convertible) | 685 | 685 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,090 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | 730 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | 430 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,640 | 1,640 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 685 | ||||
| Options (change) | 1,170 | 1,170 | 0 | 8,025 | 5,725 |
| Options (change) | 1,088 | 1,088 | 0 | 7,305 | 5,220 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 695 | 695 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 2,600 | 2,600 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $105,945 | $143,695 | $202,225 | $48,320 | $51,320 |
| Total Invoice | $98,681 | $133,879 | $188,313 | $44,215 | $46,955 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 325Ci | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $46,935 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $44,506 | |||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG | 325Ci | 330Ci |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 382hp V8 | 518hp V8 | 604hp V12 | 184hp I6 | 225hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T5 | M5 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 510, 10 | 510, 10 | 510, 10 | ?, 10 | ?, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $105,945 | $143,695 | $202,225 | $48,320 | $51,320 |
| Adjustments for Features | -10,890 | -11,590 | -12,640 | -200 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $95,055 | $132,105 | $189,585 | $48,120 | $51,320 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $37,050 | $94,530 | $0 | $3,200 |
| Total Invoice | $98,681 | $133,879 | $188,313 | $44,215 | $46,955 |
| Adjustments for Features | -10,143 | -10,798 | -11,770 | -183 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $88,538 | $123,081 | $176,543 | $44,032 | $46,955 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $34,543 | $88,005 | $0 | $2,923 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG | 325Ci | 330Ci |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | ||||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | ||||
| Power convertible top | $4000 | $4000 | |||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||
| 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 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| 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 | $150 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | ||||
| 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 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $16,390 | $17,090 | $18,140 | $5,700 | $5,500 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $10,890 | $11,590 | $12,640 | $200 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -10,143 | -10,798 | -11,770 | -183 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 |
| Model | SL | 3-Series |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 107.3 in |
| Length | 180.4 in | 176.7 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 69.2 in |
| Height | 51.1 in | 54.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,221 lb. | 3,561 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 16.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.7 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.0 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.9 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 36.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 45.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 32.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.2 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 7.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 325Ci
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/45WR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 47% |
| Cold Weather Package (convertible) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330Ci
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/45ZR17 tires | 200 | No |
| 245/40ZR17 tires | 200 | No |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 47% |
| Cold Weather Package (convertible) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
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