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Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 3-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 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $45,615 BMW 3-Series 325i | ||
| Difference: $26,390 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,750 BMW 3-Series 325i | ||
| Difference: $25,275 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | GL | 3-Series |
| Trim | GL450 / GL320 | 325i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $55,900 | $34,600 |
| Base Invoice | $51,987 | $31,665 |
| Premium II Package | 8,600 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 475 |
| Proximity key | 1,110 | 500 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 2,100 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,200 | 2,200 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 510 | |
| Premium Package | 2,900 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | |
| Navigation system | 2,000 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Satellite radio | 595 | |
| Premium II Package | 7,998 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 660 | 430 |
| Proximity key | 1,032 | 455 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,953 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,046 | 2,000 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 474 | |
| Premium Package | 2,640 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | |
| Navigation system | 1,820 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Satellite radio | 540 | |
| Options (change) | 15,230 | 10,320 |
| Options (change) | 14,163 | 9,390 |
| Destination | 875 | 695 |
| Total Price | $72,005 | $45,615 |
| Total Invoice | $67,025 | $41,750 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 325i | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $19,815 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $19,155 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | GL | 3-Series |
| Trim | GL450 / GL320 | 325i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 335hp V8 | 215hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 12 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 265/60-18 | 205/55-16 |
| Total Price | $72,005 | $45,615 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,575 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $65,430 | $45,615 |
| Total Invoice | $67,025 | $41,750 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,120 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $60,905 | $41,750 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | GL | 3-Series |
| Trim | GL450 / GL320 | 325i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $11,250 | $4,675 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,575 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,120 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | GL | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 55.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,281 lb. | 3,463 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.1 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 34.6 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 | 24.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 58.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450 / GL320
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | 125 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Cargo area partition net | 40 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | No |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Heat-reflective glass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 3290 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 2400 | 42% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 325i
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2500 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 13% |
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