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Audi R8 vs. Mercedes-Benz GL 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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Audi R8 vs. Mercedes-Benz GL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $78,565 Mercedes-Benz GL GL350 BlueTEC | ||||||
| Difference: $52,510 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $73,131 Mercedes-Benz GL GL350 BlueTEC | ||||||
| Difference: $49,066 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | R8 | R8 | GL | GL | GL | GL |
| Trim | 4.2 | 5.2 | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | AMG GL63 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $114,200 | $149,000 | $64,550 | $66,200 | $91,300 | $122,100 |
| Base Invoice | $106,206 | $138,570 | $60,032 | $61,566 | $84,909 | $112,623 |
| Convenience Package | 2,100 | |||||
| Navigation system | 2,100 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 650 | 650 | 720 | 720 | ||
| iPod integration | 100 | 0 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 875 | 875 | ||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | 1,300 | 1,300 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 5,500 | 3,500 | ||||
| Lighting Package | 1,390 | 1,390 | ||||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,410 | 4,410 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | ||||
| designo Edition | 4,800 | 4,800 | 4,100 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 800 | 800 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 1,953 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,953 | |||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 605 | 605 | 670 | 670 | ||
| iPod integration | 93 | 0 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 813 | 813 | ||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | 1,209 | 1,209 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 5,115 | 3,255 | ||||
| Lighting Package | 1,293 | 1,293 | ||||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,101 | 4,101 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | ||||
| designo Edition | 4,464 | 4,464 | 3,813 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 744 | 744 | ||||
| Options (change) | 12,625 | 6,325 | 13,090 | 13,090 | 4,100 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 11,741 | 5,882 | 12,174 | 12,174 | 3,813 | 0 |
| Destination | 1,250 | 1,250 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 3,000 | 3,000 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $131,075 | $159,575 | $78,565 | $80,215 | $96,325 | $123,025 |
| Total Invoice | $122,197 | $148,702 | $73,131 | $74,665 | $89,647 | $113,548 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz GL GL350 BlueTEC | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $63,585 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $59,375 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | R8 | R8 | GL | GL | GL | GL |
| Trim | 4.2 | 5.2 | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | AMG GL63 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 430hp V8 | 525hp V10 | 240hp V6 D | 362hp V6 | 429hp V8 | 550hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 140, 7 | 465, 12 | 80, 8 | 80, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/35-19 | 235/35-19 | 275/55-19 | 275/55-19 | 295/40-21 | 295/40-21 |
| Total Price | $131,075 | $159,575 | $78,565 | $80,215 | $96,325 | $123,025 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -750 | -11,075 | -11,225 | -14,390 | -17,365 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $131,075 | $158,825 | $67,490 | $68,990 | $81,935 | $105,660 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $27,750 | $0 | $1,500 | $14,445 | $38,170 |
| Total Invoice | $122,197 | $148,702 | $73,131 | $74,665 | $89,647 | $113,548 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -699 | -10,309 | -10,448 | -13,392 | -16,027 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $122,197 | $148,003 | $62,822 | $64,217 | $76,255 | $97,521 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $25,806 | $0 | $1,395 | $13,433 | $34,699 |
Features Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | R8 | R8 | GL | GL | GL | GL |
| Trim | 4.2 | 5.2 | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | AMG GL63 |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | ||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Mid-engine configuration | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Bright-finished fuel door | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |||||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | $400 | ||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | |||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | ||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | |||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,035 | $4,785 | $15,110 | $15,260 | $18,425 | $21,400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $750 | $11,075 | $11,225 | $14,390 | $17,365 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -699 | -10,309 | -10,448 | -13,392 | -16,027 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi R8 vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2011 | 2016 |
| Model | R8 | GL |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 121.0 in |
| Length | 174.5 in | 201.6 in |
| Width | 75.0 in | 76.4 in |
| Height | 49.3 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,606 lb. | 5,372 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 26.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.0 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.4 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.1 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 3.5 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 3.5 | 49.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 3.5 | 93.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi R8 4.2
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Hill start assist | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 715 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 17% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL350 BlueTEC
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 1140 | 43% |
| designo Edition | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 900 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Synthetic suede headliner | 650 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 700 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2500 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 7% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 1140 | 43% |
| designo Edition | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 900 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Synthetic suede headliner | 650 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 700 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2500 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 7% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL550
| designo Edition | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | Yes |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Synthetic suede headliner | 650 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 700 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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