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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: $54,045

BMW X3 sDrive28i   
Difference: $11,825

Lowest Total Invoice: $50,335

BMW X3 sDrive28i   
Difference: $10,990

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152015201520152017
ModelX3X3X3X3GLA
TrimsDrive28ixDrive28ixDrive28dxDrive35iAMG GLA45
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $38,500 $40,500 $42,000 $45,500 $49,900
Base Invoice $36,100 $37,940 $39,320 $42,540 $46,407
Premium Package 3,200 3,200 3,200 2,200 2,750
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 1,900 1,900 1,900 1,900  
Navigation system 2,150 2,150 2,150 2,150  
M Sport Package 2,600 2,700 2,400 2,700  
Driver Assistance Package 950 950 950 950 1,500
Steering-linked headlights 900 900 900    
Dynamic Handling Package 1,300 1,300 1,300 1,300  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550 550 550 720
Heated front seats 500 500 500 500  
Semi-automated parking system 500 500 500 500  
Convenience Package         400
Parktronic Package         970
Multimedia Package         2,300
Interior Package         1,500
AMG Performance Seats         2,250
Wood trim         325
Panoramic sunroof         1,480
Adaptive dampers - electrical         850
Premium Package 2,910 2,910 2,910 2,000 2,558
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 1,730 1,730 1,730 1,730  
Navigation system 1,955 1,955 1,955 1,955  
M Sport Package 2,365 2,455 2,185 2,455  
Driver Assistance Package 865 865 865 865 1,395
Steering-linked headlights 820 820 820    
Dynamic Handling Package 1,185 1,185 1,185 1,185  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500 500 500 670
Heated front seats 455 455 455 455  
Semi-automated parking system 455 455 455 455  
Convenience Package         372
Parktronic Package         902
Multimedia Package         2,139
Interior Package         1,395
AMG Performance Seats         2,093
Wood trim         302
Panoramic sunroof         1,376
Adaptive dampers - electrical         791
Options (change) 14,550 14,650 14,350 12,750 15,045
Options (change) 13,240 13,330 13,060 11,600 13,993
Destination 995 995 995 995 925
Total Price $54,045 $56,145 $57,345 $59,245 $65,870
Total Invoice $50,335 $52,265 $53,375 $55,135 $61,325

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW X3 sDrive28i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,445
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,843
Model Year20152015201520152017
ModelX3X3X3X3GLA
TrimsDrive28ixDrive28ixDrive28dxDrive35iAMG GLA45
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine240hp I4240hp I4180hp I4 D300hp I6375hp I4
TransmissionT8T8T8T8S7
DrivetrainRWDAWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)205, 12205, 12205, 12205, 12450, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-19245/45-19245/45-19245/45-19235/45-19
Total Price$54,045$56,145$57,345$59,245$65,870
Adjustments for Features0-2,050-2,050-2,050-3,380
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$54,045$54,095$55,295$57,195$62,490
Cost Above Minimum$0$50$1,250$3,150$0
Total Invoice$50,335$52,265$53,375$55,135$61,325
Adjustments for Features0-1,908-1,908-1,908-3,147
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$50,335$50,357$51,467$53,227$58,178
Cost Above Minimum$0$22$1,132$2,892$0

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Features Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA

Model Year20152015201520152017
ModelX3X3X3X3GLA
TrimsDrive28ixDrive28ixDrive28dxDrive35iAMG GLA45
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300$1300$1300 
7-speed automated manual    $1200
RWD$0    
AWD $1700$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Remote climate control    $25
Remote start via app    $75
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15$15 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0$0 
Automatic braking, low-speed    $200
Blind spot warning system    $200
Driver drowsiness monitor    $150
Hill descent control $250$250$250$250
Knee airbag, driver    $75
Knee airbag, passenger    $75
Rollover sensor    $50
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100$100$100$100
Wide-view rear camera    $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50$50$50$50 
Cargo mat$40$40$40$40 
Overhead sunglass holder    $25
Rear seat pass-through    $100
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125$125$125$125 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15 
Rear air vents    $100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150$150$150 
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust    $250
Regenerative braking$0$0$0$0 
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)$0$0$0$0 
Body kit    $0
Bodyside cladding$350$350$350$350 
Front splitter spoiler    $200
Sport rocker panels (optional)$0$0$0$0 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support    $100
Apple CarPlay support    $100
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200 
Navigation map updates, three years    $0
S Voice support$0$0$0$0 
Satellite radio    $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250$250$250 
SD Card slot    $25
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0$0$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader    $25
Surround sound    $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation    $225
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot    $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75$75 
Chronometer    $100
Fog light, rear    $100
Fog lights$125$125$125$125 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150$150 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable    $150
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50$50 
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50 
Memory system, passenger seat    $150
Metal pedals    $75
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat    $100
Upholstered instrument panel    $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)    $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Transmission 
Launch control    $100
Total Value of Features$3,445$5,495$5,495$5,495$6,825
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,050$2,050$2,050$3,380
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,908-1,908-1,908-3,147

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Specifications Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA

Model Year20152017
ModelX3GLA
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase110.6 in106.3 in
Length183.8 in173.9 in
Width74.1 in71.0 in
Height66.1 in60.0 in
Curb Weight4,031 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 Legroom36.5 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 sDrive28i

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
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested265088%
Total Not Requested35012%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Bodyside cladding100No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
245/45WR19 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Total Requested50045%
Total Not Requested60055%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%

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
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested265088%
Total Not Requested35012%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Bodyside cladding100No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Front sport buckets100Yes
245/45WR19 tires400No
Total Requested60050%
Total Not Requested60050%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive28d

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
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested265088%
Total Not Requested35012%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Bodyside cladding100No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Front sport buckets100Yes
245/45WR19 tires400No
Total Requested60050%
Total Not Requested60050%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%

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
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145081%
Total Not Requested35019%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Bodyside cladding100No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Front sport buckets100Yes
245/45WR19 tires400No
Total Requested60050%
Total Not Requested60050%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA45

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested89078%
Total Not Requested25022%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Wide-view rear camera0No
Total Requested85052%
Total Not Requested80048%
Interior Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested90069%
Total Not Requested40031%
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%

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