What Is More Expensive: BMW or Mercedes? Full Cost Breakdown
Chien Nguyen Van
Table of Contents Mercedes-Benz is more expensive to buy, but BMW costs more to maintain long-term. Mercedes buyers pay an average transaction price of $73,205 versus BMW’s $68,898—a difference of roughly $4,300[1]. But the tables turn over time: BMW’s 10-year maintenance cost averages $16,021–$17,800 compared to Mercedes’ $12,900–$12,942[2][3]. Insurance costs...