| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $42,695 BMW 3-Series 320i | |||||||
| Difference: $15,180 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $39,950 BMW 3-Series 320i | |||||||
| Difference: $13,936 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | SLK300 | SLK350 | 320i | 328d | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $47,650 | $53,300 | $32,950 | $39,000 | $43,750 | $50,150 | $62,000 |
| Base Invoice | $44,314 | $49,569 | $30,995 | $36,560 | $40,930 | $46,820 | $57,720 |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,590 | 2,590 | |||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,890 | 2,890 | |||||
| Lighting Package | 1,070 | 1,070 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 |
| Automatic climate control, front | 760 | 760 | |||||
| Wood trim | 690 | 690 | 500 | 0 | |||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 630 | 630 | |||||
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,150 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | 900 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | 950 | ||||
| Sunroof | 0 | ||||||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,409 | 2,409 | |||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,688 | 2,688 | |||||
| Lighting Package | 995 | 995 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 |
| Automatic climate control, front | 707 | 707 | |||||
| Wood trim | 642 | 642 | 455 | 0 | |||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 586 | 586 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,955 | 1,955 | 1,955 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,910 | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | 820 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | 1,320 | 865 | ||||
| Sunroof | 0 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 9,350 | 9,350 | 8,750 | 5,050 | 4,900 | 4,900 | 1,500 |
| Options (change) | 8,697 | 8,697 | 7,960 | 4,595 | 4,455 | 4,455 | 1,365 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $57,875 | $63,525 | $42,695 | $45,045 | $49,645 | $56,045 | $64,495 |
| Total Invoice | $53,886 | $59,141 | $39,950 | $42,150 | $46,380 | $52,270 | $60,080 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 320i | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,435 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,519 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | SLK300 | SLK350 | 320i | 328d | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 228hp V6 | 300hp V6 | 180hp I4 | 180hp I4 D | 300hp I6 | 335hp I6 H | 425hp I6 |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | M6 | T8 | M6 | T8 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | ?, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 255/40-18 |
| Total Price | $57,875 | $63,525 | $42,695 | $45,045 | $49,645 | $56,045 | $64,495 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,995 | -6,045 | -250 | 0 | -650 | -1,825 | -1,175 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $52,880 | $57,480 | $42,445 | $45,045 | $48,995 | $54,220 | $63,320 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,600 | $0 | $2,600 | $6,550 | $11,775 | $20,875 |
| Total Invoice | $53,886 | $59,141 | $39,950 | $42,150 | $46,380 | $52,270 | $60,080 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,651 | -5,628 | -234 | 0 | -607 | -1,702 | -1,095 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $49,235 | $53,513 | $39,716 | $42,150 | $45,773 | $50,568 | $58,985 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,278 | $0 | $2,434 | $6,057 | $10,852 | $19,269 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | SLK300 | SLK350 | 320i | 328d | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 | M3 |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |||||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |||||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |||||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Heated front seats | $200 | ||||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |||||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Downshift rev matching | $50 | ||||||
| Total Value of Features | $9,470 | $10,520 | $4,725 | $4,475 | $5,125 | $6,300 | $5,650 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,995 | $6,045 | $250 | $0 | $650 | $1,825 | $1,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,651 | -5,628 | -234 | 0 | -607 | -1,702 | -1,095 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | SLK | 3-Series |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 160.7 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 70.4 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,210 lb. | 3,411 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.9 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.5 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 | 6.5 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.8 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK300
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1890 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 12% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 990 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 8% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1890 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 12% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 990 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 8% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 320i
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 715 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 36% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | No |
| 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 |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| 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 | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1425 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 1525 | 52% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 715 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 36% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 715 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 36% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 33% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 715 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 36% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 33% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | -450 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | -450 | 33% |
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