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Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz G-Class 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.
Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz G-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,850 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $82,125 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,856 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $76,856 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | G-Class | G-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | G550 | G63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $29,245 | $32,395 | $115,400 | $137,150 |
| Base Invoice | $27,273 | $30,178 | $107,322 | $127,550 |
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | |||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | ||
| Audiophile Package | 510 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 295 | |||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | ||
| Third-row seat | 875 | 375 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,650 | 2,650 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | |||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | ||
| Audiophile Package | 433 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 251 | |||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | ||
| Third-row seat | 744 | 319 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,465 | 2,465 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,820 | 4,225 | 2,650 | 2,650 |
| Options (change) | 5,798 | 3,592 | 2,465 | 2,465 |
| Destination | 785 | 785 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $36,850 | $37,405 | $118,975 | $140,725 |
| Total Invoice | $33,856 | $34,555 | $110,712 | $130,940 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz G-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $73,515 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $68,844 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | G-Class | G-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | G550 | G63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 388hp V8 | 536hp V8 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD w/4L | AWD w/4L |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 610, 12 | 610, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 265/60-18 | 275/50-20 |
| Total Price | $36,850 | $37,405 | $118,975 | $140,725 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -250 | -8,610 | -10,510 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,850 | $37,155 | $110,365 | $130,215 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $305 | $0 | $19,850 |
| Total Invoice | $33,856 | $34,555 | $110,712 | $130,940 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -231 | -8,012 | -9,779 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,856 | $34,324 | $102,700 | $121,161 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $468 | $0 | $18,461 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz G-Class
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | G-Class | G-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | G550 | G63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD w/low range | $2200 | $2200 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Electrically heated windshield | $250 | $250 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Lockable center differential | $150 | $150 | ||
| Lockable front differential | $150 | $150 | ||
| Lockable rear differential | $150 | $150 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Chrome brush guard | $750 | $750 | ||
| External spare tire shell | $100 | $100 | ||
| Externally-mounted spare | $0 | $0 | ||
| Skid plates | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | $40 | ||
| Tow hook(s), rear | $25 | $25 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,100 | $5,350 | $13,710 | $15,610 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $250 | $8,610 | $10,510 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -231 | -8,012 | -9,779 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz G-Class
| Model Year | 2008 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | G-Class |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 112.2 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 183.5 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.8 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 76.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 5,579 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 25.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 51.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 52.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 45.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 45.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 79.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 10% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Audiophile Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 64% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 975 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 975 | 100% |
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