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Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. BMW 3-Series 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 GLS vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $50,715 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||
| Difference: $31,710 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $46,760 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||
| Difference: $29,962 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2011 |
| Model | GLS | GLS | GLS | 3-Series |
| Trim | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $68,700 | $93,850 | $124,100 | $37,150 |
| Base Invoice | $63,891 | $87,281 | $115,413 | $34,380 |
| Lighting Package | 1,390 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,830 | |||
| Multicontour seats | 1,100 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 550 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | 1,090 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | 250 | 250 | 190 | |
| Sunshades, second row | 380 | 380 | 380 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,450 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,100 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,900 | |||
| Sport Package | 1,650 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 250 | |||
| App support | 250 | |||
| Heated front seats | 500 | |||
| Roof rails | 100 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,400 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |||
| Convenience Package | 2,350 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,293 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,562 | |||
| Multicontour seats | 1,023 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 500 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | 1,014 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | 233 | 233 | 175 | |
| Sunshades, second row | 353 | 353 | 353 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,349 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,910 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,730 | |||
| Sport Package | 1,500 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 90 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 230 | |||
| App support | 230 | |||
| Heated front seats | 455 | |||
| Roof rails | 90 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,135 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |||
| Convenience Package | 2,140 | |||
| Options (change) | 12,800 | 1,720 | 380 | 12,690 |
| Options (change) | 11,906 | 1,600 | 353 | 11,505 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 875 |
| Total Price | $82,425 | $96,495 | $125,405 | $50,715 |
| Total Invoice | $76,722 | $89,806 | $116,691 | $46,760 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $21,510 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $20,468 | ||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2011 |
| Model | GLS | GLS | GLS | 3-Series |
| Trim | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 362hp V6 | 449hp V8 | 550hp V8 | 230hp I6 |
| Transmission | T9 | T9 | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 275/55-19 | 295/40-21 | 295/40-21 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $82,425 | $96,495 | $125,405 | $50,715 |
| Adjustments for Features | -10,200 | -12,390 | -16,140 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $72,225 | $84,105 | $109,265 | $50,715 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $11,880 | $37,040 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $76,722 | $89,806 | $116,691 | $46,760 |
| Adjustments for Features | -9,494 | -11,531 | -15,018 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $67,228 | $78,275 | $101,673 | $46,760 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $11,047 | $34,445 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2011 |
| Model | GLS | GLS | GLS | 3-Series |
| Trim | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| RWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | ||
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | |||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $15,265 | $17,455 | $21,205 | $5,065 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $10,200 | $12,390 | $16,140 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -9,494 | -11,531 | -15,018 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2017 | 2011 |
| Model | GLS | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 202.0 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 76.1 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 55.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,401 lb. | 3,463 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.2 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.5 in | 34.6 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 38.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 35.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 58.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS450
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 20% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 80% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1340 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 45% |
| Multicontour seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 47% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1900 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 4% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 225/45HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 50% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1425 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 7% |
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