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Mercedes-Benz GLA 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 GLA vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $45,875 Mercedes-Benz GLA GLA250 | |||||
| Difference: $5,269 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Model | GLA | GLA | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | GLA250 | GLA45 AMG | 330i | 330e | M340i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,300 | $48,300 | $41,250 | $44,550 | $54,700 |
| Interior Package | 1,700 | 1,500 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,300 | 2,300 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,480 | 2,480 | |||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,500 | 2,500 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 750 | 750 | 750 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 550 | 550 | 550 |
| Proximity key | 650 | 650 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 850 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | 1,480 | |||
| AMG Performance Seats | 2,250 | ||||
| Driving Assistance Package | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Convenience Tier | 1,750 | 1,750 | |||
| Premium Tier | 2,900 | 2,900 | 2,900 | ||
| Luxury Design | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | ||
| Interior Package | 1,581 | 1,395 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,139 | 2,139 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,306 | 2,306 | |||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,325 | 2,325 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 690 | 690 | 690 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 505 | 505 | 505 |
| Proximity key | 605 | 605 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | 791 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | 1,376 | |||
| AMG Performance Seats | 2,093 | ||||
| Driving Assistance Package | 460 | 460 | 460 | ||
| Convenience Tier | 1,610 | 1,610 | |||
| Premium Tier | 2,670 | 2,670 | 2,670 | ||
| Luxury Design | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | 460 | 460 | 460 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,105 | 1,105 | 1,105 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | 1,335 | 1,335 | ||
| Options (change) | 13,650 | 14,850 | 9,600 | 9,600 | 7,850 |
| Options (change) | 12,695 | 13,811 | 8,835 | 8,835 | 7,225 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4,001 | 0 |
| Total Price | $45,875 | $64,075 | $51,845 | $51,144 | $63,545 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Mercedes-Benz GLA GLA250 | |||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: BMW 3-Series 330e | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,729 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $35,438 | |||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Model | GLA | GLA | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | GLA250 | GLA45 AMG | 330i | 330e | M340i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 208hp I4 | 355hp I4 | 255hp I4 | 180hp I4 PiH | 382hp I6 H |
| Transmission | S7 | S7 | T8 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-18 | 235/45-19 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $45,875 | $64,075 | $51,845 | $51,144 | $63,545 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,585 | -4,285 | 0 | -125 | -250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $44,290 | $59,790 | $51,845 | $51,019 | $63,295 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $15,500 | $826 | $0 | $12,276 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Model | GLA | GLA | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | GLA250 | GLA45 AMG | 330i | 330e | M340i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| 3.5 kW onboard charger | $0 | ||||
| 8 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | ||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,425 | $10,125 | $5,840 | $5,965 | $6,090 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,585 | $4,285 | $0 | $125 | $250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,476 | -3,989 | 0 | -14 | -32 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2015 | 2021 |
| Model | GLA | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.2 in |
| Length | 173.9 in | 185.7 in |
| Width | 71.0 in | 71.9 in |
| Height | 60.0 in | 56.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,297 lb. | 3,590 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 15.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.4 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.9 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 43.6 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLA GLA250
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | Yes |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 915 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 30% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 34% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1090 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLA GLA45 AMG
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | Yes |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 915 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 30% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 34% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1090 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
| AMG Performance Seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 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 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 8% |
| Convenience Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 19% |
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1115 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 33% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 8% |
| Convenience Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 19% |
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1115 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 33% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 8% |
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1115 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 33% |
| 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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