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Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Kia Soul Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Kia Soul Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,385

Kia Soul Turbo   
Difference: $34,140

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182018201820182021
ModelGLEGLEGLEGLEGLESoul
TrimGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 STurbo
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Base Price $52,200 $67,750 $66,700 $102,550 $109,700 $27,650
Premium 3 Package 9,080 5,010 4,890 2,890 2,890  
Heated steering wheel 250 250 250      
Ionizing air filtration 280 280 280 280 280  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720      
Rear bumper protector, clear tape           75
Metal pedals           100
Floor mats           135
Illuminated door sill trim plates           250
Premium 3 Package 8,444 4,659 4,548 2,688 2,688  
Heated steering wheel 233 233 233      
Ionizing air filtration 260 260 260 260 260  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670      
Rear bumper protector, clear tape           0
Metal pedals           0
Floor mats           0
Illuminated door sill trim plates           0
Options (change) 10,330 6,260 6,140 3,170 3,170 560
Options (change) 9,607 5,822 5,711 2,948 2,948 0
Destination 995 995 995 995 995 1,175
Gas Tax 0 0 -4,085 0 0 0
Total Price $63,525 $75,005 $69,750 $106,715 $113,865 $29,385

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Kia Soul

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Soul Turbo
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $28,355
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $52,587
Model Year201820182018201820182021
ModelGLEGLEGLEGLEGLESoul
TrimGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 STurbo
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Engine302hp V6385hp V6329hp V6 PiH550hp V8577hp V8201hp I4
TransmissionT7T9T7T7T7S7
DrivetrainRWDAWDAWDAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)830, 14830, 14830, 14830, 14830, 14640, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-19265/45-20255/50-19265/45-20295/35-21235/45-18
Total Price$63,525$75,005$69,750$106,715$113,865$29,385
Adjustments for Features-5,785-9,460-9,185-11,560-12,2100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$57,740$65,545$60,565$95,155$101,655$29,385
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,805$2,825$37,415$43,915$0

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Kia Soul

Model Year201820182018201820182021
ModelGLEGLEGLEGLEGLESoul
TrimGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 STurbo
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200 $1200$1200$1200 
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1400    
7-speed automated manual     $1200
RWD$0     
AWD $1700$1700$1700$1700 
FWD     $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100$100$100$100 
Adaptive cruise control     $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850$850$850 
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 start     $150
Remote start via app$75$75$75$75$75 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15$15$15 
Semi-automated parking system$500$500$500$500$500 
Sunshades, second row$125$125$125$125$125 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual     $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350$350$350 
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist     $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0$0$0 
Around view cameras$500$500$500$500$500 
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150$150$150$150 
Collision preparation system, rear$100$100$100$100$100 
Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear     $100
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system$0$0$0$0$0 
Hill descent control$250$250$250$250$250 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75$75 
Obstacle detection, front$150$150$150$150$150 
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250$250$250$250 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0$0$0 
Rearview camera     $200
Temporary spare tire$150$150 $150$150$150
Tires, run-flat  $150   
Trailer sway control$25$25$25$25$25 
Vehicle health reports     $0
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rails$250$250$250$250$250 
Console with shifter     $150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150$150 
Overhead sunglass holder     $25
Rear seat pass-through$100$100 $100$100 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100$100$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15$15 
Interior air filter$0$0$0$0$0 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175$175$175$175 
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100$100 
Residual heat$50$50$50$50$50 
Variable intermittent wipers     $75
Engine / Motor 
3.6 kW onboard charger  $0   
9 kWh battery pack  $0   
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0$0$0 
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 bumper protector, clear tape     $25
Rear spoiler$200$200$200$200$200 
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0$0$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25$25$25 
CD player$125$125$125$125$125 
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0$0$0 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150$150 
Media drive$15$15$15$15$15 
MP3-compatible player$50$50$50$50$50 
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0$0 
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25$25$25 
Surround sound$250$250$250$250$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225$225 
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25$25$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50$50 
Wireless charging station     $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Adaptive headlights$200$200$200$200$200 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75$75$75 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150$150$150$150 
Boost gauge     $75
Chronometer   $100$100 
Compass$0$0$0$0$0 
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100$100 
Fog lights     $125
Head-up display (HUD)     $350
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150$150 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25   
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25$25$25 
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50$50$50 
Speaker lights     $100
Seats and Interior Trim 
Carbon fiber engine cover    $0 
Cooled or ventilated front seats   $300$300 
Leather door panel trim   $250$250 
Leather seating surfaces   $900$900 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150 $150
Memory system, driver seat$200$200$200$200$200 
Memory system, passenger seat   $150$150 
Metal pedals $75$75$75$75$75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $150$150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100$100 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat   $50$50 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat     $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100$100 
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0     
Synthetic suede headliner    $650 
Synthetic suede steering wheel    $150 
Upholstered instrument panel $300$300$300$300 
Wood trim$300$300$300$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 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0$0$0$0$0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100$100$100 
Total Value of Features$9,885$13,560$13,285$15,660$16,310$4,100
Value of Feature Adjustments$5,785$9,460$9,185$11,560$12,210$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5,386-8,807-8,514-10,758-11,3630

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Kia Soul

Model Year20182021
ModelGLESoul
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase114.8 in102.4 in
Length189.1 in165.2 in
Width75.8 in70.9 in
Height70.7 in63.0 in
Curb Weight4,651 lb.2,803 lb.
Fuel Capacity24.6 gal.14.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in55.5 in
Row 1 Legroom40.3 in41.1 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in39.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.4 in54.7 in
Row 2 Legroom38.4 in38.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
38.2 ft324.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.3 ft362.1 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE350

Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Satellite radio200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
Android Auto support100Yes
Harman/Kardon, 830W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested360050%
Total Not Requested359050%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE43

Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested185041%
Total Not Requested265059%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE550e

Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Semi-automated parking system500No
Around view cameras300No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested185041%
Total Not Requested265059%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE63

Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested55037%
Total Not Requested95063%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE63 S

Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50Yes
Lane keeping assist400Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested55037%
Total Not Requested95063%

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