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Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $49,905

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan   
Difference: $13,490

Lowest Total Invoice: $46,474

Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan   
Difference: $12,555

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182018201820182011
ModelGLEGLEGLEGLEGLEC-Class
TrimGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 SC300 Sport Sedan
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $52,200 $67,750 $66,700 $102,550 $109,700 $33,990
Base Invoice $48,546 $63,008 $62,031 $95,372 $102,021 $31,611
Premium 2 Package 6,190 2,120 2,000      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720     720
Aluminum trim 0 0 0      
Rear side airbags 420 420 420 420 420 420
Special order charge 250 250 250 250 250  
Panoramic sunroof 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,090
Leather seating surfaces 1,620 1,620       1,620
designo Package     4,200      
Lighting Package           985
Multimedia Package           2,700
Dynamic Handling Package           1,500
Premium 1 Package           1,995
Rearview camera           460
Telematics service, such as OnStar           660
Heated front seats           750
Proximity key           1,140
Rear spoiler           300
Illuminated door sill trim plates           700
Premium 2 Package 5,757 1,972 1,860      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670     669
Aluminum trim 0 0 0      
Rear side airbags 391 391 391 391 391 391
Special order charge 233 233 233 233 233  
Panoramic sunroof 930 930 930 930 930 1,014
Leather seating surfaces 1,507 1,507       1,507
designo Package     3,906      
Lighting Package           916
Multimedia Package           2,511
Dynamic Handling Package           1,395
Premium 1 Package           1,855
Rearview camera           428
Telematics service, such as OnStar           614
Heated front seats           698
Proximity key           1,060
Rear spoiler           279
Illuminated door sill trim plates           651
Options (change) 10,200 6,130 8,590 1,670 1,670 15,040
Options (change) 9,488 5,703 7,990 1,554 1,554 13,988
Destination 995 995 995 995 995 875
Gas Tax 0 0 -4,085 0 0 0
Total Price $63,395 $74,875 $72,200 $105,215 $112,365 $49,905
Total Invoice $59,029 $69,706 $66,931 $97,921 $104,570 $46,474

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,575
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,978
Model Year201820182018201820182011
ModelGLEGLEGLEGLEGLEC-Class
TrimGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 SC300 Sport Sedan
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine302hp V6385hp V6329hp V6 PiH550hp V8577hp V8228hp V6
TransmissionT7T9T7T7T7M6
DrivetrainRWDAWDAWDAWDAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)830, 14830, 14830, 14830, 14830, 14100, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-19265/45-20255/50-19265/45-20295/35-21225/40-18
Total Price$63,395$74,875$72,200$105,215$112,365$49,905
Adjustments for Features-4,915-8,590-9,565-11,290-11,9400
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$58,480$66,285$62,635$93,925$100,425$49,905
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,805$4,155$35,445$41,945$0
Total Invoice$59,029$69,706$66,931$97,921$104,570$46,474
Adjustments for Features-4,577-7,997-8,867-10,507-11,1120
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$54,452$61,709$58,064$87,414$93,458$46,474
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,257$3,612$32,962$39,006$0

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year201820182018201820182011
ModelGLEGLEGLEGLEGLEC-Class
TrimGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 SC300 Sport Sedan
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Sedan
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 
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row$75$75$75$75$75 
Power liftgate$350$350$350$350$350 
Remote app$25$25$25$25$25 
Remote climate control$25$25$25$25$25 
Remote start via app$75$75$75$75$75 
Semi-automated parking system   $500$500 
Sunshade, rear, power     $225
Sunshades, second row$125$125$125$125$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
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 
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
Rollover sensor$50$50$50$50$50 
Temporary spare tire$150$150 $150$150$150
Tires, run-flat  $150   
Trailer sway control$25$25$25$25$25 
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rails$250$250$250$250$250 
Cargo cover$75$75$75$75$75 
Console with shifter     $150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150$150 
Rear seat pass-through$100$100 $100$100$100
Climate Control 
Rear wiper$175$175$175$175$175 
Residual heat$50$50$50$50$50 
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$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 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support$100$100$100$100$100 
App support$0$0$0$0$0 
Apple CarPlay support$100$100$100$100$100 
Aux input     $50
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25$25$25 
CD changer, in-dash     $325
CD player$125$125$125$125$125 
HD radio$50$50$50$50$50 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150$150 
iPod integration     $100
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader$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 
USB port$25$25$25$25$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50$50$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Adaptive headlights$200$200$200$200$200 
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200$200$200 
Chronometer   $100$100 
Fog lights     $125
Headlight washers     $50
Interior ambient lighting, configurable$150$150$150$150$150 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25   
LED headlights$1000$1000$1000$1000$1000 
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50$50$50 
Steering-linked fog lights     $50
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 
Leather door panel trim  $250$250$250$250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150 $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat     $50
Memory system, passenger seat  $150$150$150 
Metal pedals $75$75$75$75$75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $150$150$150 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50$50 
Power-folding headrests, second row seats     $50
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$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$0
Total Value of Features$8,465$12,140$13,115$14,840$15,490$3,550
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,915$8,590$9,565$11,290$11,940$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,577-7,997-8,867-10,507-11,1120

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20182011
ModelGLEC-Class
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase114.8 in108.7 in
Length189.1 in182.3 in
Width75.8 in69.7 in
Height70.7 in56.3 in
Curb Weight4,651 lb.3,528 lb.
Fuel Capacity24.6 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in52.3 in
Row 1 Legroom40.3 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.4 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in54.9 in
Row 2 Legroom38.4 in33.4 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
38.2 ft312.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.3 ft312.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE350

Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
LED headlights1000No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Satellite radio200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Surround sound250No
Proximity key250Yes
Lane departure warning200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Harman/Kardon, 830W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested136530%
Total Not Requested312570%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE43

Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
LED headlights1000No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Total Requested20011%
Total Not Requested160089%

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 trim250Yes
Total Requested115053%
Total Not Requested100047%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
LED headlights1000No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Total Requested20011%
Total Not Requested160089%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Lighting Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50No
Steering-linked fog lights50No
Total Requested50083%
Total Not Requested10017%
Multimedia Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Media drive, large15Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
DVD-compatible player0Yes
iPod integration100Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
Total Requested84079%
Total Not Requested22521%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical400Yes
225/40ZR18 tires200No
Variable assist steering (optional)0No
255/35ZR18 tires200No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Total Requested50056%
Total Not Requested40044%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Folding second row seats300Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rain-sensing wipers175Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Total Requested152582%
Total Not Requested32518%

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