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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: $37,365 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||||
| Difference: $27,830 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,685 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||||
| Difference: $25,016 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | GLE350 | AMG GLE43 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $52,200 | $67,750 | $66,700 | $102,550 | $109,700 | $34,270 | $36,835 |
| Base Invoice | $48,546 | $63,008 | $62,031 | $95,372 | $102,021 | $32,865 | $35,325 |
| Premium 3 Package | 9,080 | 5,010 | 4,890 | 2,890 | 2,890 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | |||||
| Heated second row seats | 580 | 580 | 580 | 580 | 580 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 1,370 | ||||||
| Interior Sport Package | 1,000 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | 375 | 375 | |||||
| Body kit | 1,900 | 1,900 | |||||
| Premium 3 Package | 8,444 | 4,659 | 4,548 | 2,688 | 2,688 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | |||||
| Heated second row seats | 539 | 539 | 539 | 539 | 539 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 1,274 | ||||||
| Interior Sport Package | 930 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | |||||
| Body kit | 1,700 | 1,700 | |||||
| Options (change) | 12,000 | 7,930 | 8,560 | 3,470 | 3,470 | 2,275 | 2,275 |
| Options (change) | 11,160 | 7,375 | 7,961 | 3,227 | 3,227 | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 820 | 820 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | -4,085 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $65,195 | $76,675 | $72,170 | $107,015 | $114,165 | $37,365 | $39,930 |
| Total Invoice | $60,701 | $71,378 | $66,902 | $99,594 | $106,243 | $35,685 | $38,145 |
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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: $22,460 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,016 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | GLE350 | AMG GLE43 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 302hp V6 | 385hp V6 | 329hp V6 PiH | 550hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 170hp I4 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T9 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 | 295/35-21 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $65,195 | $76,675 | $72,170 | $107,015 | $114,165 | $37,365 | $39,930 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,370 | -9,045 | -8,770 | -10,345 | -10,995 | 0 | -100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $59,825 | $67,630 | $63,400 | $96,670 | $103,170 | $37,365 | $39,830 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,805 | $3,575 | $36,845 | $43,345 | $0 | $2,465 |
| Total Invoice | $60,701 | $71,378 | $66,902 | $99,594 | $106,243 | $35,685 | $38,145 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,000 | -8,420 | -8,130 | -9,628 | -10,232 | 0 | -96 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $55,701 | $62,958 | $58,772 | $89,966 | $96,011 | $35,685 | $38,049 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,257 | $3,071 | $34,265 | $40,310 | $0 | $2,364 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | GLE350 | AMG GLE43 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | ||||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||||||
| RWD | $0 | ||||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Accessories | |||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $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 | $250 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||||||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| 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 | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||||
| 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 | |||||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |||||
| 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 | ||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Carbon fiber engine cover | $0 | ||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $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 headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| 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 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,720 | $13,395 | $13,120 | $14,695 | $15,345 | $4,350 | $4,450 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,370 | $9,045 | $8,770 | $10,345 | $10,995 | $0 | $100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,000 | -8,420 | -8,130 | -9,628 | -10,232 | 0 | -96 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2018 | 2016 |
| 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 | 4,651 lb. | 3,231 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 GLE350
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | Yes |
| Android Auto support | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 830W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3925 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 3265 | 45% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE43
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2150 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 2350 | 52% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE550e
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2150 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 2350 | 52% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE63
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 57% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE63 S
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 57% |
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