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Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $42,265 Volkswagen Passat VR6 | ||
| Difference: $39,910 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $39,457 Volkswagen Passat VR6 | ||
| Difference: $37,027 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | GL | Passat |
| Trim | GL550 | VR6 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $81,300 | $39,200 |
| Base Invoice | $75,609 | $36,669 |
| iPod integration | 0 | |
| Heated front seats | 225 | |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | |
| iPod integration | 0 | |
| Heated front seats | 199 | |
| Rear side airbags | 310 | |
| Navigation system | 1,589 | |
| Options (change) | 0 | 2,375 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 2,098 |
| Destination | 875 | 690 |
| Total Price | $82,175 | $42,265 |
| Total Invoice | $76,484 | $39,457 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat VR6 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $31,190 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $28,911 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | GL | Passat |
| Trim | GL550 | VR6 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 382hp V8 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/17 MPG | 16/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 12 | 600, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 295/40-21 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $82,175 | $42,265 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,720 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $73,455 | $42,265 |
| Total Invoice | $76,484 | $39,457 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,116 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $68,368 | $39,457 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | GL | Passat |
| Trim | GL550 | VR6 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| 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 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Running boards | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $13,260 | $4,540 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $8,720 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -8,116 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | GL | Passat |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 106.7 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 188.0 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 71.7 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 59.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,434 lb. | 3,997 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.1 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 37.7 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 | 35.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 35.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 61.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat VR6
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 126% |
| Total Not Requested | -125 | -26% |
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