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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: $60,395 BMW 3-Series 328i | |||||
| Difference: $51,700 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $55,645 BMW 3-Series 328i | |||||
| Difference: $48,755 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $102,600 | $139,050 | $198,750 | $47,600 | $53,800 |
| Base Invoice | $95,418 | $129,316 | $184,838 | $43,970 | $49,675 |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,850 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,170 | 1,170 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,300 | 2,300 | 2,300 | 2,400 | 2,400 |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||
| M Sport Package | 2,800 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | 100 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,100 | 1,000 | |||
| Convenience Package | 950 | 950 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | |||
| Sport Package | 2,800 | ||||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,580 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,088 | 1,088 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,139 | 2,139 | 2,139 | 2,135 | 2,135 |
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||
| M Sport Package | 2,550 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 90 | 90 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,955 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,910 | 910 | |||
| Convenience Package | 865 | 865 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | |||
| Sport Package | 2,550 | ||||
| Options (change) | 7,320 | 3,470 | 2,300 | 11,900 | 10,800 |
| Options (change) | 6,807 | 3,227 | 2,139 | 10,780 | 9,780 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 895 | 895 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 2,600 | 2,600 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $112,095 | $145,995 | $204,525 | $60,395 | $65,495 |
| Total Invoice | $104,400 | $136,018 | $190,452 | $55,645 | $60,350 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $44,475 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $42,026 | |||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 382hp V8 | 518hp V8 | 604hp V12 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T5 | M6 | 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 | 180, 8 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $112,095 | $145,995 | $204,525 | $60,395 | $65,495 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,225 | -7,225 | -8,275 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $104,870 | $138,770 | $196,250 | $60,395 | $65,495 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $33,900 | $91,380 | $0 | $5,100 |
| Total Invoice | $104,400 | $136,018 | $190,452 | $55,645 | $60,350 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,729 | -6,731 | -7,706 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $97,671 | $129,287 | $182,746 | $55,645 | $60,350 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $31,616 | $85,075 | $0 | $4,705 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | SL | SL | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG | 328i | 335i |
| 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 | $1200 | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | ||||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Folding second row seats w/o opening to trunk | $75 | $75 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | |||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | |||
| 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 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,525 | $9,525 | $10,575 | $2,300 | $2,300 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $7,225 | $7,225 | $8,275 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,729 | -6,731 | -7,706 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | SL | 3-Series |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 180.4 in | 180.6 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 70.2 in |
| Height | 51.1 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 | 7.2 ft3 | 9.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.2 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL550
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | 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 |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 55% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| M Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| 225/40WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| 255/35WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | 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 |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 38% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 940 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 7% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | 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 |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1525 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 8% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| 225/40WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| 255/35WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | 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 |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 38% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 940 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 7% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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