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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: $28,865

Kia Soul !   
Difference: $34,970

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,001

Kia Soul !   
Difference: $32,436

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182018201820182015
ModelGLEGLEGLEGLEGLESoul
TrimGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 S!
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Base Price $52,200 $67,750 $66,700 $102,550 $109,700 $20,790
Base Invoice $48,546 $63,008 $62,031 $95,372 $102,021 $19,687
Premium 2 Package 6,190 2,120 2,000      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720      
Ionizing air filtration 280 280 280 280 280  
Panoramic sunroof 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000  
Leather seating surfaces 1,620 1,620        
Heated second row seats 580 580 580 580 580  
Heated steering wheel 250 250 250      
Cooled or ventilated front seats   570 570      
designo Package     4,200      
Universal garage door opener           350
Sun & Sound Package           2,600
The Whole Shabang Package           2,500
Metal pedals           80
Floor mats           125
Illuminated door sill trim plates           250
Rear spoiler           395
Interior ambient lighting           450
Rear bumper protector, clear tape           75
Remote start           425
Premium 2 Package 5,757 1,972 1,860      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670      
Ionizing air filtration 260 260 260 260 260  
Panoramic sunroof 930 930 930 930 930  
Leather seating surfaces 1,507 1,507        
Heated second row seats 539 539 539 539 539  
Heated steering wheel 233 233 233      
Cooled or ventilated front seats   530 530      
designo Package     3,906      
Universal garage door opener           291
Sun & Sound Package           2,378
The Whole Shabang Package           2,325
Metal pedals           67
Floor mats           104
Illuminated door sill trim plates           208
Rear spoiler           327
Interior ambient lighting           374
Rear bumper protector, clear tape           62
Remote start           353
Options (change) 10,640 7,140 9,600 1,860 1,860 7,250
Options (change) 9,896 6,641 8,928 1,729 1,729 6,489
Destination 995 995 995 995 995 825
Gas Tax 0 0 -4,085 0 0 0
Total Price $63,835 $75,885 $73,210 $105,405 $112,555 $28,865
Total Invoice $59,437 $70,644 $67,869 $98,096 $104,745 $27,001

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Soul !
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $28,935
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $26,817
Model Year201820182018201820182015
ModelGLEGLEGLEGLEGLESoul
TrimGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 S!
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Engine302hp V6385hp V6329hp V6 PiH550hp V8577hp V8164hp I4
TransmissionT7T9T7T7T7T6
DrivetrainRWDAWDAWDAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)830, 14830, 14830, 14830, 14830, 14350, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-19265/45-20255/50-19265/45-20295/35-21235/45-18
Total Price$63,835$75,885$73,210$105,405$112,555$28,865
Adjustments for Features-6,035-10,010-10,985-12,110-12,7600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$57,800$65,875$62,225$93,295$99,795$28,865
Cost Above Minimum$0$8,075$4,425$35,495$41,995$0
Total Invoice$59,437$70,644$67,869$98,096$104,745$27,001
Adjustments for Features-5,619-9,319-10,184-11,270-11,8750
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$53,818$61,325$57,685$86,826$92,870$27,001
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,507$3,867$33,008$39,052$0

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Kia Soul

Model Year201820182018201820182015
ModelGLEGLEGLEGLEGLESoul
TrimGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 S!
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    
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic     $1100
RWD$0     
AWD $1700$1700$1700$1700 
FWD     $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100$100$100$100 
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 app$25$25$25$25$25 
Remote climate control$25$25$25$25$25 
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 
Sunshades, second row$125$125$125$125$125 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual     $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350$350$350 
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 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200$200 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200$200$200 
Blind spot warning system$200$200$200$200$200 
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 
Obstacle detection, front   $150$150 
Obstacle detection, rear   $250$250 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0$0$0 
Rearview camera$200$200$200  $200
Temporary spare tire$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 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125$125$125$125 
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   
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150$150 
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0$0$0 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25$25 
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
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100$100$100$100 
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100$100$100 
Aux input     $50
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0$0$0 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150$150 
Media drive$15$15$15$15$15 
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0$0 
SD Card slot$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 
Traffic information     $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 driver-side mirror$75$75$75$75$75 
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200$200$200 
Chronometer   $100$100 
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100$100 
Fog lights     $125
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 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25$25$25 
Speaker lights     $100
Xenon HID headlights     $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Carbon fiber engine cover    $0 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300$300$300$300$300
Leather door panel trim  $250$250$250 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150 $150
Memory system, driver seat$200$200$200$200$200 
Memory system, passenger seat  $150$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$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$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 suede headliner  $650 $650 
Synthetic suede steering wheel    $150 
Upholstered instrument cluster hood     $50
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 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100$100$100 
Total Value of Features$9,760$13,735$14,710$15,835$16,485$3,725
Value of Feature Adjustments$6,035$10,010$10,985$12,110$12,760$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5,619-9,319-10,184-11,270-11,8750

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Kia Soul

Model Year20182015
ModelGLESoul
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase114.8 in101.2 in
Length189.1 in163.0 in
Width75.8 in70.9 in
Height70.7 in63.0 in
Curb Weight4,651 lb.2,715 lb.
Fuel Capacity24.6 gal.14.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in55.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in53.2 in
Row 1 Legroom40.3 in40.9 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in39.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.4 in54.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in49.3 in
Row 2 Legroom38.4 in39.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
38.2 ft324.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.3 ft361.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE350

Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
LED headlights1000No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Lane departure warning200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Satellite radio200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Harman/Kardon, 830W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Media drive15No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested127528%
Total Not Requested321572%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE43

Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
LED headlights1000No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested170094%

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 seat150No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede headliner650No
Leather door panel trim250No
Total Requested90042%
Total Not Requested125058%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
LED headlights1000No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Total Requested1006%
Total Not Requested170094%

Option Package Details
Kia Soul !

Universal garage door opener
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Compass0Yes
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sun & Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
HD radio50Yes
Speaker lights100No
Infinity, 350W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Ionizing air filtration50Yes
Total Requested222583%
Total Not Requested45017%
The Whole Shabang Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Upgraded instruments0No
Engine immobilizer (optional)0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested2450100%
Total Not Requested00%

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