Nissan Altima Nissan Altima 2012 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2016

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Nissan Altima 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.

Nissan Altima vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,985

Nissan Altima 3.5 SR   
Difference: $9,885

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,196

Nissan Altima 3.5 SR   
Difference: $9,914

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201620162016201620162016
ModelAltima3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
Trim3.5 SR320i328i328d330e340iM3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $25,570 $33,150 $38,350 $39,850 $43,700 $45,800 $63,500
Base Invoice $23,697 $31,180 $35,960 $37,340 $40,885 $42,815 $59,100
Premium Package 2,130 3,100 2,450 2,450 2,450    
Sport Package 2,370            
Technology Package 1,780            
Floor mats 180            
Door sill trim plates 175            
Navigation system   1,950 1,950 1,950 1,950 1,950  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   550 550 550 550 550 550
Folding second row seats   475          
Heated front seats   500 500 500 500 500  
Leather seating surfaces   1,450 1,450 1,450 1,450 1,450 0
LED headlights   700          
Executive Package             3,500
Sunroof             0
Wood trim             0
Premium Package 1,848 2,820 2,230 2,230 2,230    
Sport Package 2,056            
Technology Package 1,543            
Floor mats 146            
Door sill trim plates 126            
Navigation system   1,775 1,775 1,775 1,775 1,775  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   500 500 500 500 500 500
Folding second row seats   430          
Heated front seats   455 455 455 455 455  
Leather seating surfaces   1,320 1,320 1,320 1,320 1,320 0
LED headlights   635          
Executive Package             3,185
Sunroof             0
Wood trim             0
Options (change) 6,635 8,725 6,900 6,900 6,900 4,450 4,050
Options (change) 5,719 7,935 6,280 6,280 6,280 4,050 3,685
Destination 780 995 995 995 995 995 995
Gas Tax 0 0 0 0 -4,001 0 0
Total Price $32,985 $42,870 $46,245 $47,745 $47,594 $51,245 $68,545
Total Invoice $30,196 $40,110 $43,235 $44,615 $44,159 $47,860 $63,780

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Nissan Altima dealer quotes or BMW 3-Series dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Altima 3.5 SR
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,310
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,440
Model Year2012201620162016201620162016
ModelAltima3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
Trim3.5 SR320i328i328d330e340iM3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine270hp V6180hp I4240hp I4180hp I4 D181hp I4 PiH320hp I6425hp I6
TransmissionCVT-6M6T8T8T8M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)264, 9205, 9205, 9205, 9205, 9205, 9600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-17225/50-17225/50-17225/50-17225/50-17225/45-18255/40-18
Total Price$32,985$42,870$46,245$47,745$47,594$51,245$68,545
Adjustments for Features0-1,575-3,400-3,500-3,525-2,250-4,000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$32,985$41,295$42,845$44,245$44,069$48,995$64,545
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,550$2,950$2,774$7,700$23,250
Total Invoice$30,196$40,110$43,235$44,615$44,159$47,860$63,780
Adjustments for Features0-1,474-3,179-3,271-3,271-2,101-3,722
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,196$38,636$40,056$41,344$40,888$45,759$60,058
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$1,420$2,708$2,252$7,123$21,422

Return to top

Features Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year2012201620162016201620162016
ModelAltima3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
Trim3.5 SR320i328i328d330e340iM3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable CVT$1100      
6-speed manual $150   $150$150
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1300$1300$1300  
FWD$0      
RWD $0$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100$100$100$100$100$100
Heated steering wheel      $100
Remote app $25$25$25$25$25$25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75$75$75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75$75$75$75$75
Obstacle detection, front      $150
Obstacle detection, rear      $250
Rearview camera$200     $200
Temporary spare tire$150      
Tires, run-flat $150$150$150$150$150 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50$50$50$50$50
Cargo mat$40      
Overhead sunglass holder$25      
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100$100$100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15$15$15$15
Rain-sensing wipers $175$175$175$175$175$175
Rear air vents$100      
Rear air vents with manual controls $150$150$150$150$150$150
Residual heat $50$50$50$50$50$50
Variable intermittent wipers$75      
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential      $500
Engine / Motor 
3.6 kW onboard charger    $0  
8 kWh battery pack    $0  
Automatic start / stop $150$150$150$150$150$150
Regenerative braking $0$0$0 $0$0
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)  $0$0$0$0$0
Bodyside moldings$75      
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25    $25
Painted brake calipers (optional)      $0
Rear spoiler$200     $200
Sport rocker panels (optional)      $0
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0$0$0$0$0$0
App support $0$0$0$0$0$0
Handwriting recognition $200$200$200$200$200$200
HD radio $50$50$50$50$50$50
In-vehicle Internet $150$150$150$150$150$150
Navigation map updates, three years $0$0$0$0$0$0
S Voice support $0$0$0$0$0$0
Satellite radio$200      
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250$250$250$250$250$250
Siri Eyes Free support $0$0$0$0$0$0
Surround sound      $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200$200$200$200$200
Voice control for external devices $0$0$0$0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75$75$75$75$75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75$75$75$75$75$75
Compass $0$0$0$0$0$0
Cornering lights      $50
Fog lights$125$125$125$125$125$125 
Head-up display (HUD)      $350
Headlight washers      $50
Large energy flow and fuel economy display    $25  
LED headlights $1000$1000$1000$1000$1000 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25$25$25$25$25
Power-folding mirrors $50$50$50$50$50$50
Steering-linked headlights      $150
Xenon HID headlights$500     $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 $100$100$100$100$100
Heated second row seats      $200
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50$50$50$50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50$50$50$50
Memory system, driver seat $200$200$200$200$200$200
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 fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100$100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100$100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100      
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100$100$100$100$100
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat  $100$100$100$100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat  $100$100$100$100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100$100$100
Wood trim  $300$300$300$300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200$200$200$200
Performance steering system (optional)      $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0     $0
Transmission 
Downshift rev matching      $50
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   $100$100  
Total Value of Features$3,015$4,590$6,415$6,515$6,540$5,265$7,015
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,575$3,400$3,500$3,525$2,250$4,000
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,474-3,179-3,271-3,271-2,101-3,722

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Nissan Altima vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20122016
ModelAltima3-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase109.3 in110.6 in
Length190.7 in182.5 in
Width70.7 in71.3 in
Height57.9 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,181 lb.3,431 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.7 in55.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.8 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom44.1 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom36.8 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.5 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room52.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.8 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume15.3 ft313.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Nissan Altima 3.5 SR

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Rear air vents100Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
USB port25Yes
Bose, 264W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested212586%
Total Not Requested35014%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Rear spoiler200Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested2050100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
A/V input jacks25No
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Total Requested76597%
Total Not Requested253%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 320i

Folding second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding second row seats300Yes
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150No
Total Requested30067%
Total Not Requested15033%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Remote app25No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Total Requested74066%
Total Not Requested37534%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Proximity key250Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Total Requested170056%
Total Not Requested135044%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Remote app25No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Total Requested74066%
Total Not Requested37534%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
LED headlights1000No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested115041%
Total Not Requested165059%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Remote app25No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Total Requested74066%
Total Not Requested37534%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
LED headlights1000No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested115041%
Total Not Requested165059%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330e

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Remote app25No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Total Requested74066%
Total Not Requested37534%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
LED headlights1000No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested115041%
Total Not Requested165059%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 340i

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Remote app25No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Total Requested74066%
Total Not Requested37534%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Upgraded leather upholstery-450No
Total Requested45066%
Total Not Requested-45034%
Executive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200No
Heated steering wheel100No
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Headlight washers50No
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested20015%
Total Not Requested110085%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans and Coupes.
See TrueDelta's information for all Nissan models.