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Volkswagen Routan vs. Mercedes-Benz GL 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.
Volkswagen Routan vs. Mercedes-Benz GL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $45,100 Volkswagen Routan SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $34,760 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $43,285 Volkswagen Routan SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $31,052 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Routan | GL | GL | GL | GL |
| Trim | SEL Premium | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | AMG GL63 |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $44,280 | $64,550 | $66,200 | $91,300 | $122,100 |
| Base Invoice | $42,465 | $60,032 | $61,566 | $84,909 | $112,623 |
| Lighting Package | 1,390 | 1,390 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,410 | 4,410 | |||
| Lane departure warning | 875 | 875 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,450 | 1,450 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | |||
| Sunshades, second row | 380 | 380 | 380 | 380 | |
| Heated second row seats | 620 | 620 | 620 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | |
| Lighting Package | 1,293 | 1,293 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,101 | 4,101 | |||
| Lane departure warning | 814 | 814 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,349 | 1,349 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | |||
| Sunshades, second row | 353 | 353 | 353 | 353 | |
| Heated second row seats | 577 | 577 | 577 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,814 | |
| Options (change) | 0 | 14,385 | 14,385 | 2,950 | 2,330 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 13,380 | 13,380 | 2,744 | 2,167 |
| Destination | 820 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $45,100 | $79,860 | $81,510 | $95,175 | $125,355 |
| Total Invoice | $43,285 | $74,337 | $75,871 | $88,578 | $115,715 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Routan SEL Premium | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $29,520 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $26,174 | |||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Routan | GL | GL | GL | GL |
| Trim | SEL Premium | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | AMG GL63 |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 283hp V6 | 240hp V6 D | 362hp V6 | 429hp V8 | 550hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 506, 9 | 80, 8 | 80, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/65-17 | 275/55-19 | 275/55-19 | 295/40-21 | 295/40-21 |
| Total Price | $45,100 | $79,860 | $81,510 | $95,175 | $125,355 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,240 | -5,390 | -8,105 | -12,480 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $45,100 | $74,620 | $76,120 | $87,070 | $112,875 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,500 | $12,450 | $38,255 |
| Total Invoice | $43,285 | $74,337 | $75,871 | $88,578 | $115,715 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,878 | -5,017 | -7,543 | -11,520 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,285 | $69,459 | $70,854 | $81,035 | $104,195 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,395 | $11,576 | $34,736 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Routan | GL | GL | GL | GL |
| Trim | SEL Premium | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | AMG GL63 |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | ||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Dual power sliding doors | $800 | ||||
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Sunshades, third row | $125 | ||||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $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 | ||||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | ||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead console storage compartments | $100 | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||||
| Removable console | $200 | ||||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||||
| Second-row under-floor storage | $150 | ||||
| Sliding center console | $50 | ||||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | ||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Additional screen for entertainment system | $200 | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | ||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | ||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Second DVD player for entertainment system | $200 | ||||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | ||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Conversation mirror | $25 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power recliner, third row seats | $150 | ||||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | ||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | ||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,115 | $14,355 | $14,505 | $17,220 | $21,595 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $5,240 | $5,390 | $8,105 | $12,480 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,878 | -5,017 | -7,543 | -11,520 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | Routan | GL |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 121.0 in |
| Length | 202.5 in | 201.6 in |
| Width | 76.9 in | 76.4 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,495 lb. | 5,372 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 26.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.2 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 63.0 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.2 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 64.7 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.3 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.9 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 62.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 31.8 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 49.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 140.6 ft3 | 93.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL350 BlueTEC
| Lane departure warning system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | Yes |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1715 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 35% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450
| Lane departure warning system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | Yes |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 72% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1715 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 35% |
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