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Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,195 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 1.8T SEL | ||||||
| Difference: $41,860 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,725 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 1.8T SEL | ||||||
| Difference: $38,212 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | GL | GL | GL | GL | Golf / GTI | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | AMG GL63 | 1.8T SEL | TDI SEL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $64,550 | $66,200 | $91,300 | $122,100 | $29,345 | $30,345 |
| Base Invoice | $60,032 | $61,566 | $84,909 | $112,623 | $28,171 | $29,131 |
| Premium 1 Package | 4,410 | 4,410 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | ||||
| Lighting Package | 1,390 | 1,390 | 995 | 995 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,090 | |||
| Driver Assistance Package | 695 | 695 | ||||
| Cargo net | 100 | 100 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | 240 | 240 | ||||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,101 | 4,101 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | ||||
| Lighting Package | 1,293 | 1,293 | 856 | 856 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,014 | |||
| Driver Assistance Package | 598 | 598 | ||||
| Cargo net | 80 | 80 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | 200 | 200 | ||||
| Options (change) | 8,580 | 8,580 | 1,090 | 0 | 2,030 | 2,030 |
| Options (change) | 7,980 | 7,980 | 1,014 | 0 | 1,734 | 1,734 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 820 | 820 |
| Total Price | $74,055 | $75,705 | $93,315 | $123,025 | $32,195 | $33,195 |
| Total Invoice | $68,937 | $70,471 | $86,848 | $113,548 | $30,725 | $31,685 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI 1.8T SEL | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $33,055 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $30,040 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | GL | GL | GL | GL | Golf / GTI | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | AMG GL63 | 1.8T SEL | TDI SEL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 240hp V6 D | 362hp V6 | 429hp V8 | 550hp V8 | 170hp I4 | 150hp I4 D |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 80, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 275/55-19 | 275/55-19 | 295/40-21 | 295/40-21 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $74,055 | $75,705 | $93,315 | $123,025 | $32,195 | $33,195 |
| Adjustments for Features | -9,855 | -10,005 | -14,770 | -19,045 | -1,050 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $64,200 | $65,700 | $78,545 | $103,980 | $31,145 | $33,195 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,500 | $14,345 | $39,780 | $0 | $2,050 |
| Total Invoice | $68,937 | $70,471 | $86,848 | $113,548 | $30,725 | $31,685 |
| Adjustments for Features | -9,174 | -9,313 | -13,746 | -17,578 | -1,002 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $59,763 | $61,158 | $73,102 | $95,970 | $29,723 | $31,685 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,395 | $13,339 | $36,207 | $0 | $1,962 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | GL | GL | GL | GL | Golf / GTI | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | AMG GL63 | 1.8T SEL | TDI SEL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $12,595 | $12,745 | $17,510 | $21,785 | $3,790 | $2,740 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $9,855 | $10,005 | $14,770 | $19,045 | $1,050 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -9,174 | -9,313 | -13,746 | -17,578 | -1,002 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2016 | 2015 |
| Model | GL | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 121.0 in | 103.5 in |
| Length | 201.6 in | 179.6 in |
| Width | 76.4 in | 70.8 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,372 lb. | 3,064 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.2 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.5 in | 35.6 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 | 30.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 30.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 66.5 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 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1515 | 54% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450
| 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 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1515 | 54% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 28% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI 1.8T SEL
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI TDI SEL
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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