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

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

Lowest Total Price: $66,190

Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE300d   
Difference: $965

Lowest Total Invoice: $61,624

Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE300d   
Difference: $783

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Model Year2010201620162016
ModelR-ClassGLEGLEGLE
TrimR350GLE300dGLE350GLE400
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $49,300 $52,500 $51,100 $64,600
Base Invoice $45,849 $48,825 $47,523 $60,078
Obstacle detection, rear 790      
Premium 2 Package 5,950      
Class II trailer hitch 540      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720 720
Heated front seats 740      
Illuminated door sill trim plates 600 310 310  
Cooled or ventilated front seats 560     570
Rear air vents with automatic controls 1,430 790 790 790
Panoramic sunroof 1,070 1,090 1,090 1,090
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,880 1,950 1,950 1,950
Heated steering wheel 220 250 250 250
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable 870 1,610 1,610 1,610
Adaptive dampers - electrical 760      
Telematics service, such as OnStar 650      
3.0L V6 Diesel 1,500      
Roof rack 250      
Parktronic Package   970 970 970
Premium 1 Package   3,830 3,830  
Special order charge   250 250 250
Class III trailer hitch   575 575 575
Rear side airbags   420 420 420
AWD     2,500  
Obstacle detection, rear 735      
Premium 2 Package 5,534      
Class II trailer hitch 502      
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670 670
Heated front seats 688      
Illuminated door sill trim plates 558 288 288  
Cooled or ventilated front seats 521     530
Rear air vents with automatic controls 1,330 735 735 735
Panoramic sunroof 995 1,014 1,014 1,014
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,748 1,814 1,814 1,814
Heated steering wheel 205 233 233 233
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable 809 1,497 1,497 1,497
Adaptive dampers - electrical 707      
Telematics service, such as OnStar 604      
3.0L V6 Diesel 1,395      
Roof rack 232      
Parktronic Package   902 902 902
Premium 1 Package   3,562 3,562  
Special order charge   233 233 233
Class III trailer hitch   535 535 535
Rear side airbags   391 391 391
AWD     2,325  
Options (change) 18,530 12,765 15,265 9,195
Options (change) 17,233 11,874 14,199 8,554
Destination 875 925 925 925
Gas Tax -1,550 0 0 0
Total Price $67,155 $66,190 $67,290 $74,720
Total Invoice $62,407 $61,624 $62,647 $69,557

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE300d
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,505
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,286
Model Year2010201620162016
ModelR-ClassGLEGLEGLE
TrimR350GLE300dGLE350GLE400
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine210hp V6 D201hp I4 D302hp V6329hp V6
TransmissionT7T7T7T7
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/24 MPG22/29 MPG22/29 MPG22/29 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)440, 12?, 8?, 8830, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-19255/55-18255/50-19265/45-20
Total Price$67,155$66,190$67,290$74,720
Adjustments for Features0-540-740-2,565
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$67,155$65,650$66,550$72,155
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$900$6,505
Total Invoice$62,407$61,624$62,647$69,557
Adjustments for Features0-503-689-2,388
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$62,407$61,121$61,958$67,169
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$837$6,048

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

Model Year2010201620162016
ModelR-ClassGLEGLEGLE
TrimR350GLE300dGLE350GLE400
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200$1200
AWD$1700$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row   $75
Remote app $25$25$25
Remote climate control $25$25$25
Remote start via app $75$75$75
Semi-automated parking system $500$500$500
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200$200$200
Automatic braking, low-speed $200$200$200
Blind spot warning system $200$200$200
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0   
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 warning $200$200$200
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0$0$0
Side curtain airbags $350$350$350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500   
Temporary spare tire $150$150$150
Tires, run-flat$150   
Trailer sway control $25$25$25
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rails $250$250$250
Class II trailer hitch$200   
Class III trailer hitch $250$250$250
Roof rack$300   
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15
Rear HVAC unit$400   
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150$150
Exterior 
Body kit$0  $0
Bodyside moldings$75   
Metal accent plate, lower front fascia $0$0$0
Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia $0$0$0
Infotainment 
App support $0$0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100$100
Aux input$50   
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25$25
CD changer, in-dash$325   
CD player $125$125$125
In-vehicle Internet $150$150$150
iPod integration$100   
Navigation map updates, three years $0$0$0
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
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25   
Fog lights$125   
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150$150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300  $300
Folding third row seats$600   
Leather seating surfaces   $900
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75   
Manual recliner, second row seats$75   
Manual recliner, third row seats$125   
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0$0$0 
Upholstered instrument panel   $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Crosswind stabilization $50$50$50
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200$200
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100$100
Total Value of Features$6,800$7,340$7,540$9,365
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$540$740$2,565
Value of Feature Adjustments0-503-689-2,388

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

Model Year20102016
ModelR-ClassGLE
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase126.6 in114.8 in
Length203.0 in189.1 in
Width75.7 in75.8 in
Height65.4 in70.7 in
Curb Weight4,939 lb.4,742 lb.
Fuel Capacity25.1 gal.24.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room60.3 in58.5 in
Row 1 Legroom39.8 in40.3 in
Row 2 Headroom40.4 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room59.6 in58.4 in
Row 2 Legroom36.2 in38.4 in
Row 3 Headroom37.2 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room52.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom32.4 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.3 ft338.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
42.2 ft338.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
85.0 ft380.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R350

Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
SD Card slot25Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Power liftgate300Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Total Requested291589%
Total Not Requested35011%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE300d

Entertainment system with dual headrest screens
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens1200Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Total Requested1250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable
FeatureValueRequested?
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable1000Yes
Adaptive dampers - electrical400Yes
Total Requested1400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Class III trailer hitch
FeatureValueRequested?
Class III trailer hitch250No
Trailering equipment (7 wire)150Yes
Total Requested15038%
Total Not Requested25062%
Illuminated door sill trim plates
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested149068%
Total Not Requested70032%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE350

Entertainment system with dual headrest screens
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens1200Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Total Requested1250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable
FeatureValueRequested?
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable1000Yes
Adaptive dampers - electrical400Yes
Total Requested1400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Class III trailer hitch
FeatureValueRequested?
Class III trailer hitch250No
Trailering equipment (7 wire)150Yes
Total Requested15038%
Total Not Requested25062%
Illuminated door sill trim plates
FeatureValueRequested?
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Lane departure warning system200No
Blind spot warning system200No
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested149068%
Total Not Requested70032%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE400

Entertainment system with dual headrest screens
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens1200Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Total Requested1250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable
FeatureValueRequested?
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable1000Yes
Adaptive dampers - electrical400Yes
Total Requested1400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Class III trailer hitch
FeatureValueRequested?
Class III trailer hitch250No
Trailering equipment (7 wire)150Yes
Total Requested15038%
Total Not Requested25062%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested40044%
Total Not Requested50056%

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