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

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Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. BMW X3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $54,595

BMW X3 xDrive28i   
Difference: $1,640

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year202020202020202020122012
ModelGLCGLCGLCGLCX3X3
TrimGLC300GLC350eAMG GLC43AMG GLC63xDrive28ixDrive35i
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $42,500 $51,900 $59,500 $73,750 $37,100 $42,700
Multimedia Package 2,200 2,200 2,200 2,200    
Premium 1 Package 1,350 1,350        
Advanced Parking Assist Package 1,290 1,290 1,290 1,290    
Leather Seating Package 2,050 2,050        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 720 550 550
Sunshades, second row 380 380 380 380    
Heated second row seats 580 580 580 580 450 450
Heated front seats 580 580        
Head-up display (HUD) 990 990 990 990 1,300 1,300
Panoramic sunroof 1,500 1,500 1,500 1,500    
Heated steering wheel 250 250 250 250    
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only 850   850      
Advanced Lighting Package   1,900   1,900    
Leather seating surfaces     1,620 1,620    
Wood trim     0 0    
Premium Package         3,450 3,450
M Sport Package         3,000  
Convenience Package         1,700  
Technology Package         3,200 3,200
Dynamic Handling Package         1,400 1,400
Cold Weather Package         700 700
Satellite radio - one year subscription         350 350
Auto-dimming headlights         250 250
App support         250 250
Sport Activity Package           1,750
Multimedia Package 2,046 2,046 2,046 2,046    
Premium 1 Package 1,256 1,256        
Advanced Parking Assist Package 1,200 1,200 1,200 1,200    
Leather Seating Package 1,907 1,907        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670 670 500 500
Sunshades, second row 353 353 353 353    
Heated second row seats 539 539 539 539 410 410
Heated front seats 539 539        
Head-up display (HUD) 921 921 921 921 1,185 1,185
Panoramic sunroof 1,395 1,395 1,395 1,395    
Heated steering wheel 233 233 233 233    
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only 791   791      
Advanced Lighting Package   1,767   1,767    
Leather seating surfaces     1,507 1,507    
Wood trim     0 0    
Premium Package         3,140 3,140
M Sport Package         2,730  
Convenience Package         1,545  
Technology Package         2,910 2,910
Dynamic Handling Package         1,275 1,275
Cold Weather Package         635 635
Satellite radio - one year subscription         320 320
Auto-dimming headlights         230 230
App support         230 230
Sport Activity Package           1,595
Options (change) 12,740 13,790 10,380 11,430 16,600 13,650
Options (change) 11,850 12,826 9,655 10,631 15,110 12,430
Destination 995 995 995 995 895 895
Total Price $56,235 $66,685 $70,875 $86,175 $54,595 $57,245

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

Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW X3 xDrive28i
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mercedes-Benz GLC AMG GLC43
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,590
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $40,149
Model Year202020202020202020122012
ModelGLCGLCGLCGLCX3X3
TrimGLC300GLC350eAMG GLC43AMG GLC63xDrive28ixDrive35i
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine255hp I4208hp I4 PiH385hp V6469hp V8240hp I6300hp I6
TransmissionT9T9T9T9T8T8
DrivetrainRWDAWDAWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6640, 14205, 12205, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/60-18235/60-18255/45-20265/45-20245/50-18245/45-19
Total Price$56,235$66,685$70,875$86,175$54,595$57,245
Adjustments for Features-150-2,750-3,835-5,385-1000
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$56,085$63,935$67,040$80,790$54,495$57,245
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,850$10,955$24,705$0$2,750

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. BMW X3

Model Year202020202020202020122012
ModelGLCGLCGLCGLCX3X3
TrimGLC300GLC350eAMG GLC43AMG GLC63xDrive28ixDrive35i
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1400$1400$1400$1400  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1300$1300
RWD$0     
AWD $1700$1700$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100$100$100  
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100$100$100  
Remote climate control$25$25$25$25  
Remote start via app$75$75$75$75  
Semi-automated parking system$500$500$500$500  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual    $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
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200  
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200$200  
Blind spot warning system$200$200$200$200  
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150  
Forward collision warning$200$200$200$200  
Hill descent control    $250$250
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75  
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0$0  
Rollover sensor$50$50$50$50  
Trailer sway control$25$25$25$25  
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs    $50$50
Cargo mat    $40$40
Cargo net$40$40$40$40  
Console with shifter    $150$150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150  
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25$25  
Climate Control 
Heated washer fluid system  $50$50  
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15  $15$15
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100  
Rear air vents with manual controls    $150$150
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential   $300  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150  
Regenerative braking    $0$0
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding    $350 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)     $250
Metal accent plate, lower front fascia  $0$0  
Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia  $0$0  
Wheel-lip moldings    $75$75
Infotainment 
Aux input    $50$50
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0$0  
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
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25  
Surround sound   $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
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200 $200$200$200
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror    $75$75
Boost gauge  $75$75  
Chronometer  $100$100  
Compass$0$0$0$0  
Cornering lights $50 $50  
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100  
Fog lights    $125$125
Headlight washers    $50$50
Interior ambient lighting    $150$150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150 $150  
LED headlights $1000 $1000  
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750 $750   
Steering-linked headlights $150 $150$150$150
Xenon HID headlights    $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100 $100   
Folding second row seats    $300$300
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200 $200  
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
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100$100    
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable  $1000$1000  
Crosswind stabilization$50$50$50$50  
Suggestive steering$0$0$0$0  
Transmission 
Launch control   $100  
Total Value of Features$7,255$9,855$10,940$12,490$7,205$7,105
Value of Feature Adjustments$150$2,750$3,835$5,385$100$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-34-570-576-726-920

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. BMW X3

Model Year20202012
ModelGLCX3
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase113.1 in110.6 in
Length183.8 in183.0 in
Width74.8 in74.1 in
Height65.5 in65.4 in
Curb Weight3,890 lb.4,113 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.4 gal.17.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.6 in40.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom40.8 in39.9 in
Row 2 Headroom39.6 in39.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in56.0 in
Row 2 Legroom37.3 in36.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
19.4 ft327.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
56.5 ft363.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC300

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74079%
Total Not Requested20021%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Total Requested45060%
Total Not Requested30040%
Advanced Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested70054%
Total Not Requested60046%
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%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC350e

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74079%
Total Not Requested20021%
Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
LED headlights250No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Total Requested35039%
Total Not Requested55061%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Total Requested45060%
Total Not Requested30040%
Advanced Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested70054%
Total Not Requested60046%
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%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC AMG GLC43

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74079%
Total Not Requested20021%
Advanced Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested70054%
Total Not Requested60046%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC AMG GLC63

Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Handwriting recognition200No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested74079%
Total Not Requested20021%
Advanced Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
LED headlights250No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Total Requested35039%
Total Not Requested55061%
Advanced Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300Yes
Total Requested70054%
Total Not Requested60046%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive28i

Heated second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested20080%
Total Not Requested5020%
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, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Roof rails250Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
245/50WR18 tires400No
Total Requested85055%
Total Not Requested70045%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Power liftgate350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested1375100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Around view cameras500Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
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%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150Yes
Total Requested450100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive35i

Heated second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested20080%
Total Not Requested5020%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
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
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Power liftgate350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested232592%
Total Not Requested1908%
Sport Activity Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
245/45WR19 tires400No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Roof rails250Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested75056%
Total Not Requested60044%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Around view cameras500Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
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%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150Yes
Total Requested450100%
Total Not Requested00%

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