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Ford Explorer 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.
Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $49,595 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $29,435 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $45,495 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $28,067 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | GL |
| Trim | Limited | GL450 / GL350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $37,855 | $61,950 |
| Base Invoice | $35,268 | $57,614 |
| AWD | 2,000 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,500 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 120 | 320 |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,995 | 1,950 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,930 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 550 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,450 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 6,330 | |
| Lighting Package | 985 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 800 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 570 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 600 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |
| AWD | 1,820 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,825 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 484 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 106 | 298 |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,696 | 1,814 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,795 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 512 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,349 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 5,887 | |
| Lighting Package | 916 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 744 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 530 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 558 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | |
| Options (change) | 10,915 | 16,205 |
| Options (change) | 9,402 | 15,073 |
| Destination | 825 | 875 |
| Total Price | $49,595 | $79,030 |
| Total Invoice | $45,495 | $73,562 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $27,995 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $26,727 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | GL |
| Trim | Limited | GL450 / GL350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 335hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/23 MPG | 13/18 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 610, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 275/55-19 |
| Total Price | $49,595 | $79,030 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,440 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $49,595 | $77,590 |
| Total Invoice | $45,495 | $73,562 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,340 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $45,495 | $72,222 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | GL |
| Trim | Limited | GL450 / GL350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | $300 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,395 | $10,835 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,440 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,340 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | GL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 121.1 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 200.6 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 76.0 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 72.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,731 lb. | 5,346 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 26.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 40.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 39.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 50.5 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.2 in | 34.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2225 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 1950 | 47% |
| Trailer Tow Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450 / GL350
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 30% |
| Class IV trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 300 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 67% |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 27% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2650 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 815 | 24% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 33% |
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