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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: $41,355 BMW 1-Series 128i | |||||
| Difference: $31,945 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,210 BMW 1-Series 128i | |||||
| Difference: $30,020 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | GL | GL | 1-Series | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | GL450 / GL350 | GL550 | 128i | 135i | 135is |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $62,570 | $85,300 | $31,200 | $39,300 | $43,250 |
| Base Invoice | $58,190 | $79,329 | $28,885 | $36,335 | $39,970 |
| Premium 1 Package | 4,280 | ||||
| Lighting Package | 985 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,930 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 550 | 550 | 550 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 800 | 380 | 380 | 380 | |
| Proximity key | 1,140 | ||||
| Premium Package | 3,600 | 2,400 | 2,400 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 900 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package | 550 | ||||
| Technology Package | 2,350 | 2,350 | 2,350 | ||
| Sport seats | 400 | 400 | |||
| Wood trim | 500 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,980 | ||||
| Lighting Package | 916 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,795 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 744 | 345 | 345 | 345 | |
| Proximity key | 1,060 | ||||
| Premium Package | 3,275 | 2,185 | 2,185 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 820 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | ||||
| Technology Package | 2,140 | 2,140 | 2,140 | ||
| Sport seats | 365 | 365 | |||
| Wood trim | 455 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |||
| Options (change) | 9,855 | 0 | 9,230 | 6,580 | 6,180 |
| Options (change) | 9,165 | 0 | 8,400 | 5,990 | 5,625 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $73,300 | $86,175 | $41,355 | $46,805 | $50,355 |
| Total Invoice | $68,230 | $80,204 | $38,210 | $43,250 | $46,520 |
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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: $23,230 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $21,908 | |||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | GL | GL | 1-Series | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | GL450 / GL350 | GL550 | 128i | 135i | 135is |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 335hp V8 | 382hp V8 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 320hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | M6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 610, 12 | 180, 8 | 180, 8 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 275/55-19 | 295/40-21 | 205/50-17 | 215/40-18 | 215/40-18 |
| Total Price | $73,300 | $86,175 | $41,355 | $46,805 | $50,355 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,715 | -11,880 | 0 | -200 | -75 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $64,585 | $74,295 | $41,355 | $46,605 | $50,280 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $9,710 | $0 | $5,250 | $8,925 |
| Total Invoice | $68,230 | $80,204 | $38,210 | $43,250 | $46,520 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,112 | -11,057 | 0 | -185 | -69 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $60,118 | $69,147 | $38,210 | $43,065 | $46,451 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $9,029 | $0 | $4,855 | $8,241 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | GL | GL | 1-Series | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | GL450 / GL350 | GL550 | 128i | 135i | 135is |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | |||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $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 | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| 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 | $200 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | ||||
| Skid plates | $150 | ||||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| 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 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $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 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $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 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $11,515 | $14,680 | $2,800 | $3,000 | $2,875 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $8,715 | $11,880 | $0 | $200 | $75 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -8,112 | -11,057 | 0 | -185 | -69 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| 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
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | 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 |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | 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 |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3855 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 8% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Technology Package | ||
| 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 |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1040 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 7% |
| Sport seats | ||
| 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 |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1755 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 16% |
| Technology Package | ||
| 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 |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1040 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 7% |
| Sport seats | ||
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135is
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1755 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 16% |
| Technology Package | ||
| 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 |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1040 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 7% |
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