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Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Audi A3 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.
Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,820 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||
| Difference: $34,525 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,250 Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||
| Difference: $32,307 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | GL | GL | GL | GL | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | GL63 AMG | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $63,600 | $65,200 | $89,950 | $119,450 | $24,740 | $33,980 |
| Base Invoice | $59,148 | $60,636 | $83,654 | $111,089 | $22,998 | $31,561 |
| Lighting Package | 1,390 | 1,390 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 450 | 450 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,100 | 1,100 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | 700 | ||||
| Sport Package | 1,800 | |||||
| Convenience Package | 675 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,950 | 1,950 | ||||
| Sound Package | 900 | |||||
| Satellite radio | 350 | 350 | ||||
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | ||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 435 | 435 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | 650 | 800 | ||||
| Lighting Package | 1,293 | 1,293 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 410 | 410 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,001 | 1,001 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package | 637 | 637 | ||||
| Sport Package | 1,638 | |||||
| Convenience Package | 614 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,787 | 1,775 | ||||
| Sound Package | 819 | |||||
| Satellite radio | 319 | 319 | ||||
| Rear side airbags | 319 | 319 | ||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 396 | 396 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | 592 | 728 | ||||
| Options (change) | 4,820 | 4,820 | 1,090 | 0 | 9,360 | 6,135 |
| Options (change) | 4,484 | 4,484 | 1,014 | 0 | 8,532 | 5,585 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 720 | 720 |
| Total Price | $69,345 | $70,945 | $91,965 | $120,375 | $34,820 | $40,835 |
| Total Invoice | $64,557 | $66,045 | $85,593 | $112,014 | $32,250 | $37,866 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Audi A3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 2.0T | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $26,250 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $24,603 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | GL | GL | GL | GL | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | GL63 AMG | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 240hp V6 D | 362hp V6 | 429hp V8 | 550hp V8 | 200hp I4 | 250hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | M6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 80, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 195, 10 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 275/55-19 | 275/55-19 | 295/40-21 | 295/40-21 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $69,345 | $70,945 | $91,965 | $120,375 | $34,820 | $40,835 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,275 | -8,425 | -15,830 | -19,205 | 0 | -3,300 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $61,070 | $62,520 | $76,135 | $101,170 | $34,820 | $37,535 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,450 | $15,065 | $40,100 | $0 | $2,715 |
| Total Invoice | $64,557 | $66,045 | $85,593 | $112,014 | $32,250 | $37,866 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,704 | -7,843 | -14,733 | -17,871 | 0 | -3,060 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $56,853 | $58,202 | $70,860 | $94,143 | $32,250 | $34,806 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,349 | $14,007 | $37,290 | $0 | $2,556 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | GL | GL | GL | GL | A3 | A3 |
| Trim | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | GL63 AMG | 2.0T | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | ||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $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 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| 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 | $1000 | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $11,290 | $11,440 | $18,845 | $22,220 | $3,015 | $6,315 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $8,275 | $8,425 | $15,830 | $19,205 | $0 | $3,300 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -7,704 | -7,843 | -14,733 | -17,871 | 0 | -3,060 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2015 | 2006 |
| Model | GL | A3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 121.0 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 201.6 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 76.4 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,372 lb. | 3,264 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.2 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.5 in | 34.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 38.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 35.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL350 BlueTEC
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 2.0T
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 24% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1805 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 12% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 625 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cassette player | 50 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Bose, 195W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2 S line
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 124% |
| Total Not Requested | -125 | -24% |
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 240 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
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