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BMW i3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS 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 i3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $41,875 BMW i3 | ||||
| Difference: $40,480 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,105 BMW i3 | ||||
| Difference: $38,556 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | i3 | GLS | GLS | GLS |
| Trim | Base | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $41,350 | $69,550 | $94,950 | $125,300 |
| Base Invoice | $38,220 | $64,682 | $88,304 | $116,529 |
| Park Assistant Package | 1,000 | |||
| Technology & Driver Assistance Package | 2,500 | |||
| Tera World | 2,700 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 720 | ||
| Heated front seats | 350 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,390 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,830 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | |||
| designo Edition | 4,900 | |||
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,375 | |||
| Park Assistant Package | 910 | |||
| Technology & Driver Assistance Package | 2,275 | |||
| Tera World | 2,455 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 670 | ||
| Heated front seats | 320 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,293 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,562 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | |||
| designo Edition | 4,557 | |||
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,279 | |||
| Options (change) | 7,100 | 11,810 | 1,375 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 6,460 | 10,984 | 1,279 | 0 |
| Destination | 925 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | -7,500 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $41,875 | $82,355 | $97,320 | $126,295 |
| Total Invoice | $38,105 | $76,661 | $90,578 | $117,524 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW i3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW i3 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $29,335 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $28,182 | ||||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | i3 | GLS | GLS | GLS |
| Trim | Base | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 168hp E | 362hp V6 | 449hp V8 | 550hp V8 |
| Transmission | A1 | T9 | T9 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 100, 4 | 80, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 155/70-19 | 275/55-19 | 295/40-21 | 295/40-21 |
| Total Price | $41,875 | $82,355 | $97,320 | $126,295 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -11,145 | -14,785 | -17,035 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,875 | $71,210 | $82,535 | $109,260 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $11,325 | $38,050 |
| Total Invoice | $38,105 | $76,661 | $90,578 | $117,524 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -10,374 | -13,761 | -15,852 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,105 | $66,287 | $76,817 | $101,672 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $10,530 | $35,385 |
Features Comparison: BMW i3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS
| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | i3 | GLS | GLS | GLS |
| Trim | Base | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | |||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| RWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |||
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | |||
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | $0 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heat pump | $250 | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| 18 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||
| 7.2 kW onboard charger | $500 | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Carbon fiber body structure | $0 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Text dictation | $50 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,875 | $17,020 | $20,660 | $22,910 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $11,145 | $14,785 | $17,035 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -10,374 | -13,761 | -15,852 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW i3 vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS
| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Model | i3 | GLS |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 121.1 in |
| Length | 157.4 in | 202.0 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 76.1 in |
| Height | 62.1 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,635 lb. | 5,401 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 2.4 gal. | 26.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.6 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 0.0 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 50.4 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 2.8 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2.8 | 49.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 11.8 ft3 | 93.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW i3
| Park Assistant Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Technology & Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Text dictation | 50 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | Yes |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1440 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 15% |
| Tera World | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1000 | Yes |
| 155/70R19 tires | 200 | No |
| 175/60R19 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2550 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 20% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS450
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 17% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | Yes |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 27% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1340 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 45% |
| designo Edition | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 900 | Yes |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Synthetic suede headliner | 650 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 700 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 41% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS550
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 50% |
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