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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: $45,675 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| Difference: $22,100 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $42,220 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| Difference: $20,746 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | GL |
| Trim | 328i | GL450 / GL320 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $37,150 | $58,200 |
| Base Invoice | $34,380 | $54,126 |
| Premium Package | 1,900 | |
| Navigation system | 2,100 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 720 |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Roof rails | 100 | |
| Proximity key | 500 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Premium II Package | 8,650 | |
| 3.0L V6 Diesel | -1,000 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 2,130 | |
| Premium Package | 1,730 | |
| Navigation system | 1,910 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 670 |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Roof rails | 90 | |
| Proximity key | 455 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Premium II Package | 8,044 | |
| 3.0L V6 Diesel | -930 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,981 | |
| Options (change) | 7,650 | 10,500 |
| Options (change) | 6,965 | 9,765 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -1,800 |
| Total Price | $45,675 | $67,775 |
| Total Invoice | $42,220 | $62,966 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,110 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,323 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | GL |
| Trim | 328i | GL450 / GL320 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 210hp V6 D |
| Transmission | T6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 23/36 MPG | 17/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | 440, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 275/50-20 |
| Total Price | $45,675 | $67,775 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -7,990 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $45,675 | $59,785 |
| Total Invoice | $42,220 | $62,966 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -7,423 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $42,220 | $55,543 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | 3-Series | GL |
| Trim | 328i | GL450 / GL320 |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,125 | $12,115 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $7,990 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -7,423 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| 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 | 3,947 lb. | 5,313 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 328i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 1875 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 5% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450 / GL320
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 30% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | No |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Heat-reflective glass | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | 125 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Cargo area partition net | 40 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 3080 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 2400 | 44% |
| turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1600 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| turbocharged 3.0L V6 Diesel DOHC-4v 210 hp@3800 398 lb-ft@1600 | 1000 | Yes |
| Tires, run-flat | 150 | Yes |
| -1800 Gas-Guzzler Tax | 0 | No |
| 275/50HR20 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 26% |
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