Porsche 911 vs. Mercedes-Benz GL-Class Price Comparison


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For the Porsche 911 vs. Mercedes-Benz GL-Class price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the 911 vs. GL-Class Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the 911 and GL-Class will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class GL450 / GL350's price is $91,165 lower than the Porsche 911 Turbo S's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche 911 vs. Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz GL-Class GL450 / GL350 | ||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche 911 Turbo S | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 91,165 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 68,502 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | 911 | GL-Class |
| Trim | Turbo S | GL450 / GL350 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 530hp H6 | 210hp V6 D |
| Transmission | S7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/25 MPG | 17/21 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | 385, 13 | 610, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 295/30-19 | 275/50-20 |
| Total Price | 167,245 | 74,605 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,475 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 165,770 | 74,605 |
Invoice Comparison: Porsche 911 vs. Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
Price Comparison (MSRP): Porsche 911 vs. Mercedes-Benz GL-ClassThe 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.
| Lowest Total Price: Mercedes-Benz GL-Class GL450 / GL350 | ||
| Difference: 92,640 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | 911 | GL-Class |
| Trim | Turbo S | GL450 / GL350 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | 160,700 | 62,570 |
| Heated front seats | 525 | |
| Wood trim | 890 | |
| Rear wiper | 360 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 0 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 250 | 225 |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 895 | 600 |
| Cooled front seats | 800 | 570 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 530 | 800 |
| Satellite radio | 750 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 595 | |
| Traffic information | 0 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,930 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 6,330 | |
| Lighting Package | 985 | |
| 3.0L V6 Diesel | -1,000 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |
| Heated front seats | 0 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Rear wiper | 0 | |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 0 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 209 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 558 | |
| Cooled front seats | 530 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 744 | |
| Satellite radio | 0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 0 | |
| Traffic information | 0 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,795 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 5,887 | |
| Lighting Package | 916 | |
| 3.0L V6 Diesel | -930 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | |
| Total options | 5,595 | 11,160 |
| Total options | 0 | 10,379 |
| Destination | 950 | 875 |
| Total Price | 167,245 | 74,605 |
Features Comparison: Porsche 911 vs. Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | 911 | GL-Class |
| Trim | Turbo S | GL450 / GL350 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake-initiated collision preparation system | $100 | |
| Ceramic brakes | $4000 | |
| Front seat active head restraints | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $100 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $200 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $100 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring / active trace control | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $100 | |
| Off-road navigation system | $50 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $350 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $200 | |
| Larger rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $25 | |
| Cornering lights | $25 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Powertrain | ||
| Electronically-variable engine mounts | $500 | |
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Limited-slip rear differential | $275 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $300 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |
| Suede-like headliner | $1000 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1500 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | $750 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1250 | |
| Total Value of Features | $13,040 | $11,565 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,475 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -8 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Porsche 911 vs. Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | 911 | GL-Class |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 92.5 in | 121.1 in |
| Length | 175.6 in | 200.6 in |
| Width | 71.2 in | 76.0 in |
| Height | 51.6 in | 72.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,494 lb. | 5,512 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 26.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.0 in | 40.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 51.7 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.6 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 31.5 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 39.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 4.4 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 4.4 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.4 | 83.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
GL450 / GL350
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 300 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 19% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 300 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Digital media reader | 25 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Traffic information | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| HD radio | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Media hard drive | 100 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| iPod integration | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1875 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 1800 | 49% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
| turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3400 400 lb-ft@1600 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3400 400 lb-ft@1600 | 1000 | Yes |
| Tires, run-flat | 150 | No |
| -1800 Gas-Guzzler Tax | 0 | No |
| 275/50HR20 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 35% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Porsche 911
| Price of the Porsche 911: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2001 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 415hp 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
expensive to buy but cheap to own and run |
| 2001 | 2dr Coupe 300-horsepower 3.4L H6 6-speed manual RWD |
High in comparison to vehicles with similiar performance capabilities. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class
| Price of the Mercedes-Benz GL-Class: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 210hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
For $80,000 I expect more from a vehicle. |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
$1100 per month. Lots of other cars that are almost as nice and much cheaper. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
With options, it can get pricey. |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The price on this car is a tough pill to swallow for working class people. If it were not for a great trade-in, I probably could not justify the price. |
