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BMW 3-Series 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.
BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz GL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $43,415 BMW 3-Series 325i | |||
| Difference: $30,170 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $39,750 BMW 3-Series 325i | |||
| Difference: $28,747 | |||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | 3-Series | GL | GL |
| Trim | 325i | GL450 / GL350 | GL550 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $34,600 | $60,950 | $82,850 |
| Base Invoice | $31,665 | $56,684 | $77,051 |
| Premium Package | 2,900 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 720 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | 790 | |
| Satellite radio | 595 | ||
| Proximity key | 500 | ||
| Premium 2 Package | 5,950 | ||
| Lighting Package | 970 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,430 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,900 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,640 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,820 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | 670 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | 735 | |
| Satellite radio | 540 | ||
| Proximity key | 455 | ||
| Premium 2 Package | 5,534 | ||
| Lighting Package | 902 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,330 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,767 | ||
| Options (change) | 8,120 | 11,760 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 7,390 | 10,938 | 0 |
| Destination | 695 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $43,415 | $73,585 | $83,725 |
| Total Invoice | $39,750 | $68,497 | $77,926 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 325i | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $23,445 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $22,487 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | 3-Series | GL | GL |
| Trim | 325i | GL450 / GL350 | GL550 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 215hp I6 | 335hp V8 | 382hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | 610, 12 | 610, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 275/55-19 | 295/40-21 |
| Total Price | $43,415 | $73,585 | $83,725 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,725 | -8,990 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $43,415 | $66,860 | $74,735 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $7,875 |
| Total Invoice | $39,750 | $68,497 | $77,926 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,260 | -8,367 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,750 | $62,237 | $69,559 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $7,322 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | 2010 |
| Model | 3-Series | GL | GL |
| Trim | 325i | GL450 / GL350 | GL550 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | ||
| Skid plates | $150 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,690 | $11,415 | $13,680 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $6,725 | $8,990 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -6,260 | -8,367 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 |
| Model | 3-Series | GL |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 121.1 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 200.6 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 76.0 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 72.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,463 lb. | 5,347 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 26.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 40.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 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 | 24.8 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.8 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 325i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2800 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 3% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450 / GL350
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 40% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 1565 | 49% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 7% |
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