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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: $57,115 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| Difference: $31,855 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $54,572 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| Difference: $28,233 | ||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | GL |
| Trim | Platinum | GL550 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $53,235 | $84,450 |
| Base Invoice | $50,839 | $78,539 |
| Running boards | 595 | |
| Cargo cover | 130 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 75 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 140 | 320 |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,995 | 1,950 |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 550 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 225 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 600 | |
| Running boards | 565 | |
| Cargo cover | 124 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 71 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 133 | 298 |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,895 | 1,814 |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 512 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 209 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 558 | |
| Options (change) | 2,935 | 3,645 |
| Options (change) | 2,788 | 3,391 |
| Destination | 945 | 875 |
| Total Price | $57,115 | $88,970 |
| Total Invoice | $54,572 | $82,805 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $32,745 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $29,083 | ||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | GL |
| Trim | Platinum | 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) | 500, 12 | 610, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 295/40-21 |
| Total Price | $57,115 | $88,970 |
| Adjustments for Features | -890 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $56,225 | $88,970 |
| Total Invoice | $54,572 | $82,805 |
| Adjustments for Features | -850 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $53,722 | $82,805 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2017 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | GL |
| Trim | Platinum | 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 | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| 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 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| 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 spoiler | $200 | |
| Skid plates | $150 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| SD Card slot | $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 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| 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 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| 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 | $12,370 | $11,480 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $890 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -850 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2017 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | GL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 121.1 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 200.6 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 76.0 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 72.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,890 lb. | 5,545 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 26.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 40.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 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 | 40.6 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 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 | 33.3 in | 34.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 |
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% |
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