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Mercedes-Benz GLE 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 GLE vs. Volkswagen Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $35,260 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||||||
| Difference: $23,245 | |||||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,606 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||||||
| Difference: $20,869 | |||||||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | GLE300d | GLE350 | GLE400 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S | 1.8T SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $52,500 | $51,100 | $64,600 | $65,850 | $99,950 | $107,100 | $31,790 | $33,925 | $35,995 |
| Base Invoice | $48,825 | $47,523 | $60,078 | $61,241 | $92,954 | $99,603 | $30,486 | $32,534 | $34,519 |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,830 | 3,830 | |||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | |||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 310 | 310 | 375 | 375 | 375 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | |||||||
| Convenience Package | 490 | 490 | 490 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | 375 | 375 | 375 | ||||||
| Body kit | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | ||||||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,562 | 3,562 | |||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | |||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 288 | 288 | 300 | 300 | 300 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | |||||||
| Convenience Package | 456 | 456 | 456 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | 300 | ||||||
| Body kit | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 6,480 | 6,480 | 1,210 | 720 | 490 | 490 | 2,650 | 2,650 | 2,650 |
| Options (change) | 6,027 | 6,027 | 1,126 | 670 | 456 | 456 | 2,300 | 2,300 | 2,300 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 820 | 820 | 820 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4,085 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $59,905 | $58,505 | $66,735 | $63,410 | $101,365 | $108,515 | $35,260 | $37,395 | $39,465 |
| Total Invoice | $55,777 | $54,475 | $62,129 | $58,751 | $94,335 | $100,984 | $33,606 | $35,654 | $37,639 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $19,590 | |||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,464 | |||||||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | GLE300d | GLE350 | GLE400 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S | 1.8T SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 201hp I4 D | 302hp V6 | 329hp V6 | 329hp V6 PiH | 550hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 170hp I4 | 150hp I4 D | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T6 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | ?, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/55-18 | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 | 295/35-21 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $59,905 | $58,505 | $66,735 | $63,410 | $101,365 | $108,515 | $35,260 | $37,395 | $39,465 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,055 | -3,555 | -6,105 | -5,830 | -11,680 | -12,330 | 0 | 0 | -100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $54,850 | $54,950 | $60,630 | $57,580 | $89,685 | $96,185 | $35,260 | $37,395 | $39,365 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $100 | $5,780 | $2,730 | $34,835 | $41,335 | $0 | $2,135 | $4,105 |
| Total Invoice | $55,777 | $54,475 | $62,129 | $58,751 | $94,335 | $100,984 | $33,606 | $35,654 | $37,639 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,707 | -3,310 | -5,684 | -5,402 | -10,870 | -11,474 | 0 | 0 | -95 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $51,070 | $51,165 | $56,445 | $53,349 | $83,465 | $89,510 | $33,606 | $35,654 | $37,544 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $95 | $5,375 | $2,279 | $32,395 | $38,440 | $0 | $2,048 | $3,938 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | GLE300d | GLE350 | GLE400 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S | 1.8T SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | |||||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | ||||||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Accessories | |||||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | |||||||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | |||||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $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 | $0 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||||||||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $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 | $150 | |||
| Exterior | |||||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | $275 | |||
| Metal accent plate, lower front fascia | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||||||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | $200 | |||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | |||||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | |||||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | |||||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||||
| Carbon fiber engine cover | $0 | ||||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |||||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | |||||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |||||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||||||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces | $450 | $450 | $450 | ||||||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | ||||||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | $500 | |||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |||||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | |||||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||||||
| Transmission | |||||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $9,080 | $7,580 | $10,130 | $9,855 | $15,705 | $16,355 | $4,025 | $4,025 | $4,125 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,055 | $3,555 | $6,105 | $5,830 | $11,680 | $12,330 | $0 | $0 | $100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,707 | -3,310 | -5,684 | -5,402 | -10,870 | -11,474 | 0 | 0 | -95 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2016 | 2015 |
| Model | GLE | Passat |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 189.1 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 75.8 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 70.7 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,653 lb. | 3,173 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.9 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.4 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.4 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.2 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.3 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE300d
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1290 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 41% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE350
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1290 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 41% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE400
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE63
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE63 S
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
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