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Mercedes-Benz GLC 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 GLC vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,975 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T SEL Premium | ||||||
| Difference: $20,240 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,583 Volkswagen Passat 2.0T SEL Premium | ||||||
| Difference: $17,978 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GLC | GLC | GLC | GLC | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | GLC300 | GLC350e | AMG GLC43 | AMG GLC63 | 2.0T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $40,050 | $49,990 | $56,250 | $69,900 | $31,650 | $34,650 |
| Base Invoice | $37,247 | $46,491 | $52,313 | $65,007 | $30,353 | $33,230 |
| Multimedia Package | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | |||
| Advanced Lighting Package | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,050 | |||
| 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 | ||
| Heated front seats | 580 | 580 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | 580 | 580 | 580 | 580 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | ||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 625 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 310 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 2,590 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Cargo net | 100 | 100 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | 375 | 375 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,046 | 2,046 | 2,046 | |||
| Advanced Lighting Package | 1,767 | 1,767 | 977 | |||
| 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 | ||
| Heated front seats | 539 | 539 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | 539 | 539 | 539 | 539 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,395 | 1,395 | 1,395 | 1,395 | ||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 581 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 288 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 2,409 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Cargo net | 80 | 80 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | ||||
| Options (change) | 12,170 | 9,005 | 9,810 | 9,930 | 475 | 475 |
| Options (change) | 11,319 | 8,375 | 9,124 | 9,236 | 380 | 380 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 850 | 850 |
| Total Price | $53,215 | $59,990 | $67,055 | $80,825 | $32,975 | $35,975 |
| Total Invoice | $49,561 | $55,861 | $62,432 | $75,238 | $31,583 | $34,460 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 2.0T SEL Premium | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $15,985 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $14,015 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GLC | GLC | GLC | GLC | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | GLC300 | GLC350e | AMG GLC43 | AMG GLC63 | 2.0T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 208hp I4 PiH | 362hp V6 | 469hp V8 | 174hp I4 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T9 | T7 | T9 | T9 | T6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | 640, 14 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/60-18 | 235/60-18 | 255/45-20 | 265/45-20 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $53,215 | $59,990 | $67,055 | $80,825 | $32,975 | $35,975 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,255 | -4,790 | -7,940 | -8,590 | 0 | -150 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,960 | $55,200 | $59,115 | $72,235 | $32,975 | $35,825 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $6,240 | $10,155 | $23,275 | $0 | $2,850 |
| Total Invoice | $49,561 | $55,861 | $62,432 | $75,238 | $31,583 | $34,460 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,963 | -4,460 | -7,393 | -7,996 | 0 | -144 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $45,598 | $51,401 | $55,039 | $67,242 | $31,583 | $34,316 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $5,803 | $9,441 | $21,644 | $0 | $2,733 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GLC | GLC | GLC | GLC | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | GLC300 | GLC350e | AMG GLC43 | AMG GLC63 | 2.0T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | $1400 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | |||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | ||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated washer fluid system | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||
| 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 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| 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 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, 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 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $11,070 | $11,605 | $14,755 | $15,405 | $6,815 | $6,965 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,255 | $4,790 | $7,940 | $8,590 | $0 | $150 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,963 | -4,460 | -7,393 | -7,996 | 0 | -144 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GLC | Passat |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.1 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 183.3 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 64.5 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,892 lb. | 3,275 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.8 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.8 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.5 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.3 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.5 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.5 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC300
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 23% |
| Advanced Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 39% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 13% |
| Advanced Parking Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 23% |
| Leather Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC350e
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 13% |
| Advanced Parking Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 23% |
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC AMG GLC43
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 23% |
| Advanced Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 39% |
| Advanced Parking Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 23% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC AMG GLC63
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 23% |
| Advanced Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Advanced Parking Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 23% |
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