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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: $45,865 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| Difference: $25,140 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $42,395 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| Difference: $23,577 | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 |
| Model | GL | 3-Series |
| Trim | GL450 / GL350 | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $60,950 | $37,150 |
| Base Invoice | $56,684 | $34,380 |
| 3.0L V6 Diesel | -1,000 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,900 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 5,950 | |
| Lighting Package | 970 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 790 | 750 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 550 |
| Heated steering wheel | 220 | 190 |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,430 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | |
| Premium Package | 1,900 | |
| Navigation system | 2,100 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | |
| Proximity key | 500 | |
| Roof rails | 100 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| 3.0L V6 Diesel | -930 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,767 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 5,534 | |
| Lighting Package | 902 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 735 | 685 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 500 |
| Heated steering wheel | 205 | 175 |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,330 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | |
| Premium Package | 1,730 | |
| Navigation system | 1,910 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | |
| Proximity key | 455 | |
| Roof rails | 90 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Options (change) | 10,980 | 7,840 |
| Options (change) | 10,213 | 7,140 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | -1,800 | 0 |
| Total Price | $71,005 | $45,865 |
| Total Invoice | $65,972 | $42,395 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,515 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,492 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 |
| Model | GL | 3-Series |
| Trim | GL450 / GL350 | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 210hp V6 D | 230hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/23 MPG | 23/36 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 610, 12 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 275/50-20 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $71,005 | $45,865 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,625 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $63,380 | $45,865 |
| Total Invoice | $65,972 | $42,395 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,085 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $58,887 | $42,395 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 |
| Model | GL | 3-Series |
| Trim | GL450 / GL350 | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $11,790 | $4,165 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $7,625 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -7,085 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 |
| 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 | 5,423 lb. | 3,947 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 / GL350
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| 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 |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1840 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 1375 | 43% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 13% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| 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% |
| 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% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 1725 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 13% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | 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% |
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