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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: $49,920 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| Difference: $26,000 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $46,081 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||
| Difference: $24,590 | ||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2009 |
| Model | GL | 3-Series |
| Trim | GL350 BlueTEC | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $62,400 | $35,400 |
| Base Invoice | $58,032 | $32,750 |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,500 | |
| Lighting Package | 1,290 | |
| Multicontour seats | 1,100 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 750 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 475 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | |
| Proximity key | 650 | 500 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 225 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,450 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 900 | |
| Premium Package | 3,350 | |
| Sport Package | 2,050 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | |
| Navigation system | 2,100 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | |
| HD radio | 350 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,325 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,255 | |
| Lighting Package | 1,200 | |
| Multicontour seats | 1,023 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 685 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 430 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | |
| Proximity key | 605 | 455 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 209 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,349 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 820 | |
| Premium Package | 3,050 | |
| Sport Package | 1,856 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 90 | |
| Navigation system | 1,910 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | |
| HD radio | 315 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,260 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | |
| Options (change) | 12,615 | 13,695 |
| Options (change) | 11,734 | 12,506 |
| Destination | 905 | 825 |
| Total Price | $75,920 | $49,920 |
| Total Invoice | $70,671 | $46,081 |
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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: $16,575 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,817 | ||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2009 |
| Model | GL | 3-Series |
| Trim | GL350 BlueTEC | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 240hp V6 D | 230hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/26 MPG | 23/36 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 275/55-19 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $75,920 | $49,920 |
| Adjustments for Features | -9,425 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $66,495 | $49,920 |
| Total Invoice | $70,671 | $46,081 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,773 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $61,898 | $46,081 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2013 | 2009 |
| Model | GL | 3-Series |
| Trim | GL350 BlueTEC | 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 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | |
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $13,340 | $3,915 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $9,425 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -8,773 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2013 | 2009 |
| Model | GL | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 121.0 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 201.6 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 76.4 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 55.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,467 lb. | 3,947 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.2 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.5 in | 34.6 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 38.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 35.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 58.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL350 BlueTEC
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1640 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 28% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Multicontour seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 47% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| 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% |
| 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% |
| 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% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 30% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 | 2775 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 3% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| 225/45VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| 255/40VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 62% |
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