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Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 1-Series 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. BMW 1-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $41,735 BMW 1-Series 128i | ||||
| Difference: $31,170 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,550 BMW 1-Series 128i | ||||
| Difference: $29,313 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | GL | GL | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | GL450 / GL350 | GL550 | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $61,950 | $84,450 | $31,200 | $39,300 |
| Base Invoice | $57,614 | $78,539 | $28,885 | $36,335 |
| Premium 1 Package | 4,280 | |||
| Lighting Package | 985 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,930 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 550 | 550 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 225 | 225 | 190 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 800 | 380 | ||
| Proximity key | 1,140 | 500 | ||
| BMW Assist | 650 | 650 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | 550 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,400 | 1,750 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,650 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | ||
| M Sport Package | 1,300 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,980 | |||
| Lighting Package | 916 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,795 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 500 | 500 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 209 | 209 | 175 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 744 | 345 | ||
| Proximity key | 1,060 | 455 | ||
| BMW Assist | 590 | 590 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 635 | 500 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,095 | 1,595 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,500 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,955 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | ||
| M Sport Package | 1,185 | |||
| Options (change) | 10,080 | 225 | 9,640 | 8,180 |
| Options (change) | 9,374 | 209 | 8,770 | 7,445 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $72,905 | $85,550 | $41,735 | $48,375 |
| Total Invoice | $67,863 | $79,623 | $38,550 | $44,675 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 1-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 1-Series 128i | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $22,080 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,852 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | GL | GL | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | GL450 / GL350 | GL550 | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 335hp V8 | 382hp V8 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 610, 12 | 180, 8 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 275/55-19 | 295/40-21 | 205/50-17 | 215/40-18 |
| Total Price | $72,905 | $85,550 | $41,735 | $48,375 |
| Adjustments for Features | -9,090 | -12,255 | 0 | -300 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $63,815 | $73,295 | $41,735 | $48,075 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $9,480 | $0 | $6,340 |
| Total Invoice | $67,863 | $79,623 | $38,550 | $44,675 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,461 | -11,406 | 0 | -277 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $59,402 | $68,217 | $38,550 | $44,398 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $8,815 | $0 | $5,848 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | GL | GL | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | GL450 / GL350 | GL550 | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | |||
| Skid plates | $150 | |||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $11,215 | $14,380 | $2,125 | $2,425 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $9,090 | $12,255 | $0 | $300 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -8,461 | -11,406 | 0 | -277 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | GL | 1-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 104.7 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 172.2 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 68.8 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,347 lb. | 3,209 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 14.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.1 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 32.0 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 38.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450 / GL350
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1590 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 1025 | 39% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 128i
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 20% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3905 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 2% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 8% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135i
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 20% |
| M Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1505 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 5% |
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