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Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $51,350

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $4,505

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2020202020202020201320132013
ModelGLCGLCGLCGLC3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimGLC300GLC350eAMG GLC43AMG GLC63328i335iActiveHybrid 3
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $42,500 $51,900 $59,500 $73,750 $36,850 $43,150 $49,650
Multimedia Package 2,200 2,200 2,200 2,200      
Leather Seating Package 2,050 2,050          
Advanced Parking Assist Package 1,290 1,290 1,290 1,290      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 720 550 550 550
Heated front seats 580 580          
Heated second row seats 580 580 580 580      
Heated steering wheel 250 250 250 250      
Head-up display (HUD) 990 990 990 990      
Premium 1 Package 1,350 1,350          
Panoramic sunroof 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500      
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only 850   850        
Wood trim     0 0      
Leather seating surfaces     1,620 1,620      
Premium Package         3,100 2,200 2,200
Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers         875 875 875
Technology Package         3,100 3,100 3,100
Driver Assistance Package         1,900 1,900 1,900
Driver Assistance Plus         700 700 700
Steering-linked headlights         900    
Cold Weather Package         950 950 950
Adaptive dampers - electrical         1,000 1,000 1,000
Semi-automated parking system         500 500 500
Sport Line           1,950 1,950
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls           500 500
DUPL Voice texting capability             0
Multimedia Package 2,046 2,046 2,046 2,046      
Leather Seating Package 1,907 1,907          
Advanced Parking Assist Package 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670 670 500 500 500
Heated front seats 539 539          
Heated second row seats 539 539 539 539      
Heated steering wheel 233 233 233 233      
Head-up display (HUD) 921 921 921 921      
Premium 1 Package 1,256 1,256          
Panoramic sunroof 1,395 1,395 1,395 1,395      
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only 791   791        
Wood trim     0 0      
Leather seating surfaces     1,507 1,507      
Premium Package         2,820 2,000 2,000
Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers         795 795 795
Technology Package         2,820 2,820 2,820
Driver Assistance Package         1,730 1,730 1,730
Driver Assistance Plus         635 635 635
Steering-linked headlights         820    
Cold Weather Package         865 865 865
Adaptive dampers - electrical         910 910 910
Semi-automated parking system         455 455 455
Sport Line           1,775 1,775
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls           475 475
DUPL Voice texting capability             0
Options (change) 12,360 11,510 10,000 9,150 13,575 14,225 14,225
Options (change) 11,497 10,706 9,302 8,511 12,350 12,960 12,960
Destination 995 995 995 995 925 925 925
Total Price $55,855 $64,405 $70,495 $83,895 $51,350 $58,300 $64,800

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW 3-Series 328i
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mercedes-Benz GLC AMG GLC63
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $265
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $38,821
Model Year2020202020202020201320132013
ModelGLCGLCGLCGLC3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimGLC300GLC350eAMG GLC43AMG GLC63328i335iActiveHybrid 3
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine255hp I4208hp I4 PiH385hp V6469hp V8240hp I4300hp I6335hp I6 H
TransmissionT9T9T9T9M6T8T8
DrivetrainRWDAWDAWDAWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6640, 14600, 16600, 16600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/60-18235/60-18255/45-20265/45-20225/50-17225/45-18225/45-18
Total Price$55,855$64,405$70,495$83,895$51,350$58,300$64,800
Adjustments for Features-4,240-5,940-7,925-8,5750-1,625-1,700
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$51,615$58,465$62,570$75,320$51,350$56,675$63,100
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,850$10,955$23,705$0$5,325$11,750

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year2020202020202020201320132013
ModelGLCGLCGLCGLC3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimGLC300GLC350eAMG GLC43AMG GLC63328i335iActiveHybrid 3
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400$1400$1400$1400   
6-speed manual    $150  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic     $1300$1300
RWD$0   $0$0$0
AWD $1700$1700$1700   
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100$100$100   
Power liftgate$350$350$350$350   
Proximity key$250$250$250$250   
Remote climate control$25$25$25$25   
Remote start via app$75$75$75$75   
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual    $250$250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350$350   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats    $0$0$0
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200   
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200$200   
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150   
Knee airbag, passenger    $75$75$75
Lane departure warning    $200$200$200
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0$0   
Rollover sensor$50$50$50$50   
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100$100$100   
Trailer sway control$25$25$25$25   
Wide-view front camera    $150$150$150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment    $50$50$50
Cargo cover$75$75$75$75   
Cargo net$40$40$40$40   
Console with shifter    $150$150$150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150   
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25$25   
Roof rails$250$250$250$250   
Climate Control 
Heated washer fluid system  $50$50   
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15  $15$15$15
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100   
Rear air vents with manual controls    $150$150$150
Rear wiper$175$175$175$175   
Residual heat    $50$50$50
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential   $300   
Engine / Motor 
Regenerative braking    $0$0 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25$25  
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275$275$275   
Metal accent plate, lower front fascia  $0$0   
Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia  $0$0   
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200$1200   
Rear spoiler$200$200$200$200   
Sunroof    $900$900$900
Infotainment 
Aux input    $50$50$50
DUPL Voice texting capability      $50
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200$200   
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150   
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0   
Satellite radio$200$200$200$200   
Satellite radio - one year subscription    $250$250$250
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25   
Surround sound   $250$250$250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar    $200$200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225   
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25$25   
Traffic information    $25$25$25
Voice control for external devices    $0$0$0
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror    $75$75$75
Boost gauge  $75$75   
Chronometer  $100$100   
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100   
Fog lights    $125$125$125
Headlight washers    $50$50$50
Interior ambient lighting    $150$150$150
Large energy flow and fuel economy display      $25
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750$750$750   
Steering-linked headlights    $150$150$150
Xenon HID headlights    $500$500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100$100 $100$100
Folding second row seats    $300$300$300
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat     $50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat     $50$50
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150$150   
Metal pedals  $75$75   
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50   
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50   
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat     $100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat     $100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100$100   
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100   
Power-folding second row seats$700$700$700$700   
Upholstered instrument panel  $300$300   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500$500$500$500$500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100$100     
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable  $1000$1000   
Crosswind stabilization$50$50$50$50   
Sport suspension (upgrade)    $0$0 
Suggestive steering$0$0$0$0   
Transmission 
Launch control   $100   
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100$100 $100$100
Total Value of Features$9,030$10,730$12,715$13,365$4,790$6,415$6,490
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,240$5,940$7,925$8,575$0$1,625$1,700
Value of Feature Adjustments-948-1,079-1,158-9720-1,499-1,567

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20202013
ModelGLC3-Series
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.1 in110.6 in
Length183.8 in182.5 in
Width74.8 in71.3 in
Height65.5 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,890 lb.3,361 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in55.1 in
Row 1 Legroom40.8 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom39.6 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in55.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.3 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
19.4 ft313.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
56.5 ft313.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC300

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74079%
Total Not Requested20021%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Advanced Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Proximity key250No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested40053%
Total Not Requested35047%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC350e

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74079%
Total Not Requested20021%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%
Advanced Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Proximity key250No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested40053%
Total Not Requested35047%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC AMG GLC43

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74079%
Total Not Requested20021%
Advanced Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC AMG GLC63

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74079%
Total Not Requested20021%
Advanced Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested1300100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)
FeatureValueRequested?
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested25029%
Total Not Requested60071%
Steering-linked headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Total Requested50077%
Total Not Requested15023%
Adaptive shocks - electrical
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested50067%
Total Not Requested25033%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Sunroof900Yes
Total Requested220090%
Total Not Requested25010%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Head-up display (HUD)350Yes
App support0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Total Requested1365100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras500Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Total Requested110088%
Total Not Requested15012%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested50091%
Total Not Requested509%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i

Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)
FeatureValueRequested?
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested25029%
Total Not Requested60071%
Adaptive shocks - electrical
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested50067%
Total Not Requested25033%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested130084%
Total Not Requested25016%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Head-up display (HUD)350Yes
App support0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Total Requested1365100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested30026%
Total Not Requested85074%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras500Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Total Requested110088%
Total Not Requested15012%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested50091%
Total Not Requested509%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3

Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)
FeatureValueRequested?
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Surround sound250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested25029%
Total Not Requested60071%
Adaptive shocks - electrical
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Variable steering ratio (optional)0No
Total Requested50067%
Total Not Requested25033%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Total Requested130084%
Total Not Requested25016%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Head-up display (HUD)350Yes
App support0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Total Requested1365100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Line
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Dark-colored headliner (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Door sill trim plates100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested30026%
Total Not Requested85074%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras500Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Total Requested110088%
Total Not Requested15012%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested50091%
Total Not Requested509%

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