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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: $49,984 BMW 3-Series 330e | |||||
| Difference: $23,206 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Model | GL | GL | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | GL450 / GL320 | GL550 | 330i | 330e | M340i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $55,900 | $77,375 | $41,250 | $44,550 | $54,700 |
| Premium II Package | 8,600 | ||||
| Heating Package | 810 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 2,100 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,200 | ||||
| Proximity key | 1,110 | 1,110 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | 510 | ||||
| iPod integration | 375 | 375 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 550 | 550 | 550 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 0 | 190 | 190 | 190 | |
| Navigation system | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | ||
| Convenience Tier | 1,750 | 1,750 | |||
| Luxury Design | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | 750 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Heated second row seats | 350 | 350 | 350 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||
| Premium II Package | 7,998 | ||||
| Heating Package | 753 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,953 | 1,335 | 1,335 | 1,335 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,046 | ||||
| Proximity key | 1,032 | 1,032 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | 474 | ||||
| iPod integration | 349 | 349 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 660 | 505 | 505 | 505 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 0 | 175 | 175 | 175 | |
| Navigation system | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,565 | ||
| Convenience Tier | 1,610 | 1,610 | |||
| Luxury Design | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 690 | 690 | 690 | ||
| Heated front seats | 460 | 460 | 460 | ||
| Heated second row seats | 320 | 320 | 320 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,105 | 1,105 | 1,105 | ||
| Options (change) | 16,415 | 1,485 | 8,440 | 8,440 | 6,690 |
| Options (change) | 15,265 | 1,381 | 7,765 | 7,765 | 6,155 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4,001 | 0 |
| Total Price | $73,190 | $79,735 | $50,685 | $49,984 | $62,385 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 330e | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,391 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $57,851 | |||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Model | GL | GL | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | GL450 / GL320 | GL550 | 330i | 330e | M340i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 335hp V8 | 382hp V8 | 255hp I4 | 180hp I4 PiH | 382hp I6 H |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T8 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 12 | 440, 12 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 265/60-18 | 295/40-21 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $73,190 | $79,735 | $50,685 | $49,984 | $62,385 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,940 | -7,265 | 0 | -125 | -250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $67,250 | $72,470 | $50,685 | $49,859 | $62,135 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $5,220 | $826 | $0 | $12,276 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Model | GL | GL | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | GL450 / GL320 | GL550 | 330i | 330e | M340i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | ||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | |||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |||
| 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 | |||||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | |||
| 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 | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | |||
| Roof rack | $300 | ||||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| 3.5 kW onboard charger | $0 | ||||
| 8 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | ||||
| Skid plates | $150 | ||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | $25 | |||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | |||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||
| 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 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| 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/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $12,655 | $13,980 | $6,715 | $6,840 | $6,965 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,940 | $7,265 | $0 | $125 | $250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,529 | -6,762 | 0 | -12 | -29 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2021 |
| Model | GL | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 112.2 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 185.7 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 71.9 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 56.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,281 lb. | 3,590 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 15.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.1 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 35.2 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 | 16.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450 / GL320
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| 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 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| 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 | 3650 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 2040 | 36% |
| Heating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
| Convenience Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 19% |
| Luxury Design | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 25 | Yes |
| Chrome interior accents (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 25 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330e
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
| Convenience Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 19% |
| Luxury Design | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 25 | Yes |
| Chrome interior accents (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 25 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M340i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
| Luxury Design | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 25 | Yes |
| Chrome interior accents (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 25 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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