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

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

Lowest Total Price: $51,345

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $17,360

Lowest Total Invoice: $47,315

BMW 3-Series 328i   
Difference: $16,651

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182018201820182012
ModelGLEGLEGLEGLEGLE3-Series
TrimGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 S328i
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Wagon
Base Price $52,200 $67,750 $66,700 $102,550 $109,700 $37,500
Base Invoice $48,546 $63,008 $62,031 $95,372 $102,021 $34,680
Multicontour front seats 1,100 1,100 1,100 1,100 1,100  
Premium 3 Package 9,080 5,010 4,890      
Rear air vents with automatic controls 760 760 760 760 760  
Heated second row seats 580 580 580 580 580  
Heated steering wheel 250 250 250      
Aluminum trim 0 0 0     0
Panoramic sunroof 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000  
Leather seating surfaces 1,620 1,620        
Tires, run-flat 400          
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720     550
designo Package     4,200      
Navigation system           2,150
Premium Package           1,900
Sport Package           1,650
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls           100
Cold Weather Package           900
Satellite radio - one year subscription           350
Adaptive cruise control           2,400
Auto-dimming headlights           250
Roof rails           100
App support           250
Convenience Package           2,350
Multicontour front seats 1,023 1,023 1,023 1,023 1,023  
Premium 3 Package 8,444 4,659 4,548      
Rear air vents with automatic controls 707 707 707 707 707  
Heated second row seats 539 539 539 539 539  
Heated steering wheel 233 233 233      
Aluminum trim 0 0 0     0
Panoramic sunroof 930 930 930 930 930  
Leather seating surfaces 1,507 1,507        
Tires, run-flat 372          
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670     500
designo Package     3,906      
Navigation system           1,955
Premium Package           1,730
Sport Package           1,500
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls           90
Cold Weather Package           820
Satellite radio - one year subscription           320
Adaptive cruise control           2,135
Auto-dimming headlights           230
Roof rails           90
App support           230
Convenience Package           2,140
Options (change) 15,510 11,040 13,500 3,440 3,440 12,950
Options (change) 14,425 10,268 12,556 3,199 3,199 11,740
Destination 995 995 995 995 995 895
Gas Tax 0 0 -4,085 0 0 0
Total Price $68,705 $79,785 $77,110 $106,985 $114,135 $51,345
Total Invoice $63,966 $74,271 $71,497 $99,566 $106,215 $47,315

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,260
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,110
Model Year201820182018201820182012
ModelGLEGLEGLEGLEGLE3-Series
TrimGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 S328i
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Wagon
Engine302hp V6385hp V6329hp V6 PiH550hp V8577hp V8230hp I6
TransmissionT7T9T7T7T7M6
DrivetrainRWDAWDAWDAWDAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)830, 14830, 14830, 14830, 14830, 14180, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-19265/45-20255/50-19265/45-20295/35-21225/45-17
Total Price$68,705$79,785$77,110$106,985$114,135$51,345
Adjustments for Features-8,100-11,775-12,400-11,325-11,9750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$60,605$68,010$64,710$95,660$102,160$51,345
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,405$4,105$35,055$41,555$0
Total Invoice$63,966$74,271$71,497$99,566$106,215$47,315
Adjustments for Features-7,541-10,961-11,497-10,540-11,1440
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$56,425$63,310$60,000$89,026$95,071$47,315
Cost Above Minimum$0$6,885$3,575$32,601$38,646$0

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

Model Year201820182018201820182012
ModelGLEGLEGLEGLEGLE3-Series
TrimGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 S328i
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200 $1200$1200$1200 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400    
6-speed manual     $150
RWD$0    $0
AWD $1700$1700$1700$1700 
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100$100$100$100 
Adaptive cruise control     $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850   
Cruise control   $150$150 
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row$75$75$75$75$75 
Heated steering wheel$100$100$100  $100
Power liftgate$350$350$350$350$350 
Remote climate control$25$25$25$25$25 
Remote start via app$75$75$75$75$75 
Semi-automated parking system$500$500$500$500$500 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual     $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350$350$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Around view cameras$500$500$500$500$500 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200$200 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200$200$200 
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150$150   
Blind spot warning system$200$200$200$200$200 
Collision preparation system, rear$100$100$100   
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system$0$0$0   
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100$100   
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150$150 
Forward collision warning$200$200$200$200$200 
Hill descent control$250$250$250$250$250 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75$75 
Lane departure warning$200$200$200$200$200 
Lane keeping assist$400$400$400   
Pedestrian detection$50$50$50   
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0$0$0 
Rollover sensor$50$50$50$50$50 
Temporary spare tire $150 $150$150 
Tires, run-flat$150 $150  $150
Trailer sway control$25$25$25$25$25 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment     $50
Aluminum roof rails$250$250$250$250$250 
Cargo area partition net     $40
Console with shifter     $150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150$150 
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate     $150
Rear seat pass-through$100$100 $100$100 
Roof rails     $250
Climate Control 
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250$250$250$250$250 
Rear air vents with manual controls     $150
Engine / Motor 
3.6 kW onboard charger  $0   
9 kWh battery pack  $0   
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150$150 
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0$0$0 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275$275$275$275 
Metal accent plate, lower front fascia$0$0    
Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia$0$0    
Painted brake calipers (optional)   $0$0 
Rear bumper protector$40$40$40$40$40 
Rear spoiler$200$200$200$200$200 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100$100$100$100 
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100$100$100 
Aux input     $50
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150$150 
iPod integration     $100
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0$0 
Satellite radio$200$200$200$200$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription     $250
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25$25 
Surround sound$250$250$250$250$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar     $200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225$225 
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25$25$25 
Traffic information     $25
USB port$25$25$25$25$25 
Voice control for external devices     $0
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Adaptive headlights$200$200$200$200$200 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror     $75
Chronometer   $100$100 
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100$100 
Fog lights     $125
Headlight washers     $50
Interior ambient lighting     $150
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150$150 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25   
LED headlights$1000$1000$1000$1000$1000 
Steering-linked headlights     $150
Xenon HID headlights     $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100$100  $100
Carbon fiber engine cover    $0 
Cooled or ventilated front seats   $300$300 
Floor mats$75$75$75$75$75 
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200$200$200$200$200 
Leather door panel trim  $250$250$250 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150 $150
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat     $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat     $50
Massage, driver seat$100$100$100$100$100 
Massage, passenger seat$100$100$100$100$100 
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150$150$150 
Metal pedals $75$75$75$75 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50$50$50 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100$100$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100$100 
Synthetic suede headliner  $650 $650 
Synthetic suede steering wheel    $150 
Upholstered instrument panel $300$300$300$300 
Wood trim   $300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars   $500$500 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500$500$500$500 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100     
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable $1000$1000$1000$1000 
Crosswind stabilization$50$50$50$50$50 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0$0 
Total Value of Features$12,165$15,840$16,465$15,390$16,040$4,065
Value of Feature Adjustments$8,100$11,775$12,400$11,325$11,975$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-7,541-10,961-11,497-10,540-11,1440

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

Model Year20182012
ModelGLE3-Series
Body4dr SUV4dr Wagon
Wheelbase114.8 in108.7 in
Length189.1 in178.2 in
Width75.8 in71.5 in
Height70.7 in55.8 in
Curb Weight4,651 lb.3,463 lb.
Fuel Capacity24.6 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in37.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom40.3 in41.5 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in38.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.4 in55.1 in
Row 2 Legroom38.4 in34.6 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
38.2 ft324.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.3 ft358.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE350

Multicontour front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested45043%
Total Not Requested60057%
Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Rear seat pass-through100No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
LED headlights1000No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Satellite radio200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Lane departure warning200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Harman/Kardon, 830W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested191527%
Total Not Requested527573%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE43

Multicontour front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Total Requested35037%
Total Not Requested60063%
Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Rear seat pass-through100No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
LED headlights1000No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested72516%
Total Not Requested377584%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE550e

designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede headliner650No
Leather door panel trim250No
Total Requested105049%
Total Not Requested110051%
Multicontour front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Total Requested35037%
Total Not Requested60063%
Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Rear seat pass-through100No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
LED headlights1000No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested72516%
Total Not Requested377584%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE63

Multicontour front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Total Requested20033%
Total Not Requested40067%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE63 S

Multicontour front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Total Requested20033%
Total Not Requested40067%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Remote app25Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
Total Requested1115100%
Total Not Requested00%
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
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Total Requested157595%
Total Not Requested755%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
225/45HR17 tires400No
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver100Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested40050%
Total Not Requested40050%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50No
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150No
Total Requested50071%
Total Not Requested20029%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Alarm100No
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested142593%
Total Not Requested1007%

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