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Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. BMW X3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. BMW X3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $52,395

BMW X3 xDrive28i   
Difference: $15,175

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201920122012
ModelGLAX3X3
TrimAMG GLA45xDrive28ixDrive35i
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $53,350 $37,100 $42,700
Multimedia Package 2,300    
Premium Package 1,800 3,450 3,450
Parking Assist Package 1,400    
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package 1,700    
AMG Performance Seats 2,250    
Convenience Package 400 1,700  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 550 550
Panoramic sunroof 1,480    
Adaptive dampers - electrical 850    
Wood trim 325    
M Sport Package   3,000  
Technology Package   3,200 3,200
Dynamic Handling Package   1,400 1,400
Satellite radio - one year subscription   350 350
Heated front seats   500 500
App support   250 250
Sport Activity Package     1,750
Multimedia Package 2,139    
Premium Package 1,674 3,140 3,140
Parking Assist Package 1,302    
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package 1,581    
AMG Performance Seats 2,093    
Convenience Package 372 1,545  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 500 500
Panoramic sunroof 1,376    
Adaptive dampers - electrical 791    
Wood trim 302    
M Sport Package   2,730  
Technology Package   2,910 2,910
Dynamic Handling Package   1,275 1,275
Satellite radio - one year subscription   320 320
Heated front seats   455 455
App support   230 230
Sport Activity Package     1,595
Options (change) 13,225 14,400 11,450
Options (change) 12,300 13,105 10,425
Destination 995 895 895
Total Price $67,570 $52,395 $55,045

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. BMW X3

Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW X3 xDrive28i
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA45
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,220
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $35,524
Model Year201920122012
ModelGLAX3X3
TrimAMG GLA45xDrive28ixDrive35i
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine375hp I4240hp I6300hp I6
TransmissionS7T8T8
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8205, 12205, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-19245/50-18245/45-19
Total Price$67,570$52,395$55,045
Adjustments for Features-3,055-1000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$64,515$52,295$55,045
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$2,750

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. BMW X3

Model Year201920122012
ModelGLAX3X3
TrimAMG GLA45xDrive28ixDrive35i
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300$1300
AWD$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100  
Remote climate control$25  
Remote start via app$75  
Remote window/roof operation $15$15
Semi-automated parking system$500  
Sunshades, second row $125$125
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200  
Automatic braking, low-speed$200  
Blind spot warning system$200  
Driver drowsiness monitor$150  
Forward collision warning$200  
Knee airbag, driver$75  
Knee airbag, passenger$75  
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0  
Rollover sensor$50  
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs $50$50
Cargo mat $40$40
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Rear seat pass-through$100  
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15
Rear air vents$100  
Rear air vents with manual controls $150$150
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150  
Dual-mode exhaust$250  
Regenerative braking $0$0
Exterior 
Body kit$0  
Bodyside cladding $350 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)  $250
Front splitter spoiler$200  
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100  
Apple CarPlay support$100  
DVD-compatible player$0  
In-vehicle Internet$150  
Navigation map updates, three years$0  
Satellite radio$200  
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250$250
SD Card slot$25  
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225  
Traffic + travel information$25  
Traffic information $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Wi-Fi hotspot$50  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75$75
Chronometer$100  
Fog light, rear$100  
Fog lights $125$125
Interior ambient lighting $150$150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150  
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750  
Steering-linked headlights $150$150
Xenon HID headlights $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Color seat belts$0  
Door sill trim plates$100  
Interior trim, special color$0  
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Memory system, passenger seat$150  
Metal pedals$75  
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat$100  
Upholstered instrument panel$300  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Performance steering system (optional)$0  
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Transmission 
Launch control$100  
Total Value of Features$8,375$5,420$5,320
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,055$100$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-601-920

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. BMW X3

Model Year20192012
ModelGLAX3
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase106.3 in110.6 in
Length173.9 in183.0 in
Width71.0 in74.1 in
Height60.0 in65.4 in
Curb Weight3,297 lb.4,113 lb.
Fuel Capacity14.8 gal.17.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.0 in40.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.8 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in39.9 in
Row 2 Headroom38.4 in39.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.1 in56.0 in
Row 2 Legroom33.9 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
17.2 ft327.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
43.6 ft363.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLA AMG GLA45

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74065%
Total Not Requested40035%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested65068%
Total Not Requested30032%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested75060%
Total Not Requested50040%
AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Interior trim, special color0No
Color seat belts0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50No
Upholstered instrument panel300No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested90069%
Total Not Requested40031%
AMG Performance Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive28i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood trim300Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Cargo area rails w/tie downs50No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Total Requested310094%
Total Not Requested1906%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Bodyside cladding100No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Roof rails250Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Front sport buckets100Yes
245/50WR18 tires400No
Total Requested95061%
Total Not Requested60039%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Around view cameras500Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested1915100%
Total Not Requested00%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested800100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Power liftgate350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested110080%
Total Not Requested27520%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive35i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Cargo area rails w/tie downs50No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Power liftgate350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested220087%
Total Not Requested31513%
Sport Activity Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
245/45WR19 tires400No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Roof rails250Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested85063%
Total Not Requested50037%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Around view cameras500Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Total Requested1915100%
Total Not Requested00%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Torque vectoring / active trace control100Yes
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested800100%
Total Not Requested00%

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