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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: $51,330 Ford Explorer Sport | ||
| Difference: $37,575 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $47,400 Ford Explorer Sport | ||
| Difference: $35,345 | ||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | GL |
| Trim | Sport | GL550 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $41,675 | $84,450 |
| Base Invoice | $38,862 | $78,539 |
| Package 401A | 4,130 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 85 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Cargo tray | 115 | 160 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 135 | 320 |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,995 | 1,950 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 550 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 600 | |
| Package 401A | 3,604 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 497 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 74 | |
| Cargo cover | 118 | |
| Cargo tray | 99 | 149 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 118 | 298 |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,741 | 1,814 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 512 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 558 | |
| Options (change) | 8,760 | 3,580 |
| Options (change) | 7,643 | 3,331 |
| Destination | 895 | 875 |
| Total Price | $51,330 | $88,905 |
| Total Invoice | $47,400 | $82,745 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Sport | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $32,285 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $30,422 | ||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | GL |
| Trim | Sport | GL550 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 382hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 12/17 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 610, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 295/40-21 |
| Total Price | $51,330 | $88,905 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,290 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $51,330 | $83,615 |
| Total Invoice | $47,400 | $82,745 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,923 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $47,400 | $77,822 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2014 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | GL |
| Trim | Sport | GL550 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| 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 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo organizer | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Running boards | $350 | |
| Skid plates | $150 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| 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 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger 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 seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,930 | $13,220 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $5,290 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,923 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2014 | 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 | 4,921 lb. | 5,545 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 Sport
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2625 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 18% |
| 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 GL550
| 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% |
| Cargo tray | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cargo tray | 40 | Yes |
| Cargo organizer | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 40 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 71% |
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