2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs 2024 BMW M3
Side-by-side comparison · Carivo expert scores & specs
| Specification |
★ Best Overall
Luxury
2024 Mercedes-Benz
S-Class
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Sports
2024 BMW
M3
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|---|---|---|
| Carivo Score |
9.6
/10
Winner
| 9.3 /10 |
| Reliability | 10.0 ★ | 9.3 |
| Safety | 9.9 ★ | 9.9 |
| Value | 10.0 ★ | 9.9 |
| Performance | 8.9 | 9.5 ★ |
| Technology | 9.8 ★ | 9.6 |
| Category | Luxury | Sports |
| Price Range | $115,900 – $135,400 | $73,800 – $99,400 |
| Fuel / Range | 22 MPG | 17 MPG |
| Seating | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Verdict | Class-defining | Class-defining |
2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs 2024 BMW M3 — Full Comparison
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz S-Class earns a Carivo score of 9.6/10 — Class-defining. It is a Luxury starting at $115,900, rated at 22 MPG, seating 5 passengers.
The 2024 BMW M3 earns a Carivo score of 9.3/10 — Class-defining. It is a Sports starting at $73,800, rated at 17 MPG, seating 4 passengers.
Carivo scores are calculated across five expert-evaluated dimensions: reliability, safety, value for money, performance, and technology. A score of 8.5+ is exceptional; 7.5–8.4 is recommended; 6.5–7.4 is good. Scores range from 1 (poor) to 10 (outstanding).