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BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $43,700

Mercedes-Benz GLA GLA250   
Difference: $8,975

Lowest Total Invoice: $40,706

Mercedes-Benz GLA GLA250   
Difference: $7,884

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2014201420152015
ModelX3X3GLAGLA
TrimxDrive28ixDrive35iGLA250GLA45 AMG
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $39,800 $44,900 $31,300 $48,300
Base Invoice $36,795 $41,490 $29,109 $44,919
Premium Package 3,200 2,200 2,300 2,300
Driver Assistance Plus 700 700    
Driver Assistance Package 950 950    
Navigation system 2,150 2,150    
M Sport Package 3,000 3,000    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 720 720
Heated front seats 500 500    
Xenon HID headlights 900   850  
Obstacle detection, rear     970 970
Interior Package     1,700 1,500
Multimedia Package     2,480 2,480
Panoramic sunroof     1,480 1,480
Proximity key     650 650
Wood trim     325 325
AMG Performance Seats       2,250
Premium Package 2,910 2,000 2,139 2,139
Driver Assistance Plus 635 635    
Driver Assistance Package 865 865    
Navigation system 1,955 1,955    
M Sport Package 2,730 2,730    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500 670 670
Heated front seats 455 455    
Xenon HID headlights 820   791  
Obstacle detection, rear     902 902
Interior Package     1,581 1,395
Multimedia Package     2,306 2,306
Panoramic sunroof     1,376 1,376
Proximity key     605 605
Wood trim     302 302
AMG Performance Seats       2,093
Options (change) 11,950 10,050 11,475 12,675
Options (change) 10,870 9,140 10,672 11,788
Destination 925 925 925 925
Total Price $52,675 $55,875 $43,700 $61,900
Total Invoice $48,590 $51,555 $40,706 $57,632

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz GLA GLA250
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,145
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,118
Model Year2014201420152015
ModelX3X3GLAGLA
TrimxDrive28ixDrive35iGLA250GLA45 AMG
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine240hp I4300hp I6208hp I4355hp I4
TransmissionT8T8S7S7
DrivetrainAWDAWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)205, 12205, 12450, 12450, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-19245/45-19235/50-18235/45-19
Total Price$52,675$55,875$43,700$61,900
Adjustments for Features-830-8300-2,600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$51,845$55,045$43,700$59,300
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,200$0$15,600
Total Invoice$48,590$51,555$40,706$57,632
Adjustments for Features-766-7660-2,421
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$47,824$50,789$40,706$55,211
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,965$0$14,505

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Features Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA

Model Year2014201420152015
ModelX3X3GLAGLA
TrimxDrive28ixDrive35iGLA250GLA45 AMG
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300  
7-speed automated manual  $1200$1200
AWD$1700$1700 $1700
FWD  $0 
Accessories 
Semi-automated parking system  $500$500
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0  
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial  $200$200
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200$200
Driver drowsiness monitor  $150$150
Knee airbag, driver  $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75$75
Lane departure warning$200$200  
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system  $0$0
Rollover sensor  $50$50
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100 $100
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50$50  
Cargo mat$40$40  
Console with shifter$150$150 $150
Console without shifter  $150 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25
Rear seat pass-through  $100$100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100  
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15  
Rear air vents  $100$100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150  
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust   $250
Regenerative braking$0$0  
Exterior 
Body kit   $0
Bodyside cladding$350$350  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25$25
Front splitter spoiler   $200
Infotainment 
DVD-compatible player  $0$0
In-vehicle Internet  $150$150
Navigation map updates, three years  $0$0
S Voice support$0$0  
Satellite radio  $200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250  
SD Card slot  $25$25
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0  
Surround sound  $250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225$225
Traffic + travel information  $25$25
Traffic information$25$25  
Voice control for external devices$0$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75  
Chronometer   $100
Fog light, rear  $100$100
Fog lights$125$125$125 
Power-folding mirrors$50$50  
Steering-linked headlights$150$150  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates  $100$100
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50 
Memory system, passenger seat  $150$150
Metal pedals   $75
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100$100 $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100$100 $100
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat   $100
Upholstered instrument panel  $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200  
Performance steering system (optional)   $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Transmission 
Launch control   $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100$100
Total Value of Features$5,530$5,530$4,700$7,300
Value of Feature Adjustments$830$830$0$2,600
Value of Feature Adjustments-766-7660-2,421

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Specifications Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA

Model Year20142015
ModelX3GLA
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase110.6 in106.3 in
Length183.0 in173.9 in
Width74.1 in71.0 in
Height65.4 in60.0 in
Curb Weight4,113 lb.3,297 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.7 gal.14.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.7 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in54.8 in
Row 1 Legroom39.9 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom39.1 in38.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.0 in53.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.8 in33.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
27.6 ft317.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
63.3 ft343.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive28i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested265091%
Total Not Requested2509%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Smartphone integration0No
App support0Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested740100%
Total Not Requested00%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood trim300Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Roof rails250Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Bodyside cladding100No
Special exterior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
245/45WR19 tires400No
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Total Requested105068%
Total Not Requested50032%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive35i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested145085%
Total Not Requested25015%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Smartphone integration0No
App support0Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Total Requested740100%
Total Not Requested00%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Roof rails250Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Bodyside cladding100No
Special exterior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
245/45WR19 tires400No
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Total Requested75060%
Total Not Requested50040%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLA GLA250

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
LED tail lights0No
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Remote window/roof operation15Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Total Requested101577%
Total Not Requested30023%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Surround sound250No
iPod integration100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested115066%
Total Not Requested60034%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested94084%
Total Not Requested17516%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLA GLA45 AMG

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
AMG Performance Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Remote window/roof operation15Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Total Requested101577%
Total Not Requested30023%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Surround sound250No
iPod integration100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested115066%
Total Not Requested60034%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rearview camera200Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
SD Card slot25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested94084%
Total Not Requested17516%

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