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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: $56,945

BMW X3 sDrive28i   
Difference: $9,375

Lowest Total Invoice: $52,985

BMW X3 sDrive28i   
Difference: $8,763

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162016201620162018
ModelX3X3X3X3GLA
TrimsDrive28ixDrive28ixDrive28dxDrive35iAMG GLA45
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $38,950 $40,950 $42,450 $46,800 $50,600
Base Invoice $36,515 $38,355 $39,735 $43,735 $47,058
Premium Package 3,200 3,200 3,200 2,200 1,800
M Sport Package 2,600 2,700 2,400 2,700  
Driver Assistance Package 950 950 950 950 1,500
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 1,900 1,900 1,900 1,900  
Navigation system 1,950 1,950 1,950 1,950  
Text dictation 0 0 0 0  
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  
Around view cameras 750 750 750 750  
LED headlights 1,900 1,900 1,900 1,900  
Steering-linked headlights 900 900 900    
Convenience Package         400
Parking Assist Package         1,400
Multimedia Package         2,300
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package         1,700
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 1,674
M Sport Package 2,365 2,455 2,185 2,455  
Driver Assistance Package 865 865 865 865 1,395
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 1,730 1,730 1,730 1,730  
Navigation system 1,775 1,775 1,775 1,775  
Text dictation 0 0 0 0  
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  
Around view cameras 685 685 685 685  
LED headlights 1,730 1,730 1,730 1,730  
Steering-linked headlights 820 820 820    
Convenience Package         372
Parking Assist Package         1,302
Multimedia Package         2,139
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package         1,581
AMG Performance Seats         2,093
Wood trim         302
Panoramic sunroof         1,376
Adaptive dampers - electrical         791
Options (change) 17,000 17,100 16,800 15,200 14,725
Options (change) 15,475 15,565 15,295 13,835 13,695
Destination 995 995 995 995 995
Total Price $56,945 $59,045 $60,245 $62,995 $66,320
Total Invoice $52,985 $54,915 $56,025 $58,565 $61,748

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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: $6,770
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,338
Model Year20162016201620162018
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, 12600, 16?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-19245/45-19245/45-19245/45-19235/45-19
Total Price$56,945$59,045$60,245$62,995$66,320
Adjustments for Features0-2,050-2,050-2,300-2,605
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$56,945$56,995$58,195$60,695$63,715
Cost Above Minimum$0$50$1,250$3,750$0
Total Invoice$52,985$54,915$56,025$58,565$61,748
Adjustments for Features0-1,907-1,906-2,138-2,425
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$52,985$53,008$54,119$56,427$59,323
Cost Above Minimum$0$23$1,134$3,442$0

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Features Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA

Model Year20162016201620162018
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 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate    $100
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 front camera$150$150$150$150 
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 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0$0$0 
Android Auto support    $100
Apple CarPlay support    $100
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200 
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 
Surround sound   $250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200$200 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation    $225
Text dictation$50$50$50$50 
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0$0 
Voice recorder$0$0$0$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot    $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200$200 
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
LED headlights$1000$1000$1000$1000 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only    $750
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Color seat belts    $0
Interior trim, special color    $0
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$4,795$6,845$6,845$7,095$7,400
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,050$2,050$2,300$2,605
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,907-1,906-2,138-2,425

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Specifications Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLA

Model Year20162018
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%
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%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
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%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
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
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%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
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%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
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
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%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
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%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
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
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%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested91582%
Total Not Requested20018%
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%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested1250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Total Requested90082%
Total Not Requested20018%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested65068%
Total Not Requested30032%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested89078%
Total Not Requested25022%
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Interior trim, special color0No
Color seat belts0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50No
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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