Subaru WRX Subaru WRX 2017 BMW 3-Series BMW 3-Series 2012

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

Join Us

Subaru WRX 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.

Subaru WRX vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,980

Subaru WRX Limited   
Difference: $9,740

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,081

Subaru WRX Limited   
Difference: $8,494

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2017201720122012
ModelWRXWRX3-Series3-Series
TrimLimitedSTI Limited328i335i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $30,995 $39,995 $34,900 $42,400
Base Invoice $29,154 $37,750 $32,290 $39,190
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 165 165    
BMW Assist     650 650
Steering-linked headlights     900  
Metallic paint (extra cost)     550 550
Heated front seats     500 500
Folding second row seats     475 475
Sunroof     1,050  
Leather seating surfaces     1,450 1,450
Satellite radio - one year subscription     350 350
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 107 107    
BMW Assist     590 590
Steering-linked headlights     820  
Metallic paint (extra cost)     500 500
Heated front seats     455 455
Folding second row seats     430 430
Sunroof     955  
Leather seating surfaces     1,320 1,320
Satellite radio - one year subscription     320 320
Options (change) 165 165 5,925 3,975
Options (change) 107 107 5,390 3,615
Destination 820 820 895 895
Total Price $31,980 $40,980 $41,720 $47,270
Total Invoice $30,081 $38,677 $38,575 $43,700

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 Subaru WRX 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: Subaru WRX vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Subaru WRX Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,485
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,135
Model Year2017201720122012
ModelWRXWRX3-Series3-Series
TrimLimitedSTI Limited328i335i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine268hp H4305hp H4240hp I4300hp I6
TransmissionM6M6M6M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6440, 9?, 9?, 9
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/40-18245/40-18225/50-17225/45-18
Total Price$31,980$40,980$41,720$47,270
Adjustments for Features-1,745-4,3050-1,650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$30,235$36,675$41,720$45,620
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,440$0$3,900
Total Invoice$30,081$38,677$38,575$43,700
Adjustments for Features-1,641-4,0630-1,525
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$28,440$34,614$38,575$42,175
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,174$0$3,600

Return to top

Features Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year2017201720122012
ModelWRXWRX3-Series3-Series
TrimLimitedSTI Limited328i335i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150$150
AWD$1700$1700  
RWD  $0$0
Accessories 
PIN Code Access $10  
Proximity key $250  
Remote app  $25$25
Remote window/roof operation  $15$15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200  
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100  
Knee airbag, passenger  $75$75
Rearview camera$200$200  
Rollover sensor$50$50  
Temporary spare tire$150$150  
Tires, run-flat  $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100  
Vehicle health reports$0$0  
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50$50
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation  $100$100
Dual-zone climate control $125$125$125
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15$15
Rain-sensing wipers  $175$175
Rear air vents with manual controls  $150$150
Residual heat  $50$50
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75  
Wiper de-icer$25$25  
Drivetrain 
Adjustable center differential $275  
Limited-slip front differential $500  
Limited-slip rear differential $300  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150$150
Regenerative braking  $0$0
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0  
Front splitter spoiler$200$200  
Hood scoop$100$100  
Rear spoiler$200$200  
Infotainment 
App support$0$0  
CD player  $125$125
HD radio  $50$50
MP3-compatible player  $50$50
Navigation map updates, three years $0  
Navigation system $600  
Satellite radio$200$200  
Satellite radio - one year subscription  $250$250
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0  
Traffic + travel information$25$25  
Voice control for audio system$25   
Voice control for external devices  $0$0
Voice control for nav and audio $100  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150 $150
Boost gauge$75$75  
Compass$0$0  
Interior ambient lighting  $150$150
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse  $25$25
Steering-linked headlights  $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25$25
Xenon HID headlights  $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50
Door sill trim plates $100  
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat  $50 
Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat  $50 
Memory system, driver seat   $200
Metal pedals$75$75  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100 $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat   $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat   $100
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 $100
Power recliner, passenger seat   $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat   $100
Wood trim   $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200$200
Performance steering system (optional) $0  
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0   
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0  
Total Value of Features$4,650$7,210$2,905$4,555
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,745$4,305$0$1,650
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,641-4,0630-1,525

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Subaru WRX vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20172012
ModelWRX3-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase104.3 in110.6 in
Length180.9 in182.5 in
Width70.7 in71.3 in
Height58.1 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,268 lb.3,407 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.6 in55.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.2 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom43.3 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.2 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.4 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume12.0 ft313.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Steering-linked headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested50077%
Total Not Requested15023%
Folding second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding second row seats300Yes
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150No
Total Requested30067%
Total Not Requested15033%
BMW Assist
FeatureValueRequested?
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25No
Total Requested25091%
Total Not Requested259%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Folding second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding second row seats300Yes
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150No
Total Requested30067%
Total Not Requested15033%
BMW Assist
FeatureValueRequested?
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25No
Total Requested25091%
Total Not Requested259%

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
See TrueDelta's information for all Subaru models.