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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: $49,625 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $22,365 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $47,416 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $19,588 | ||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | GL |
| Trim | Limited | GL450 / GL320 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $42,090 | $54,900 |
| Base Invoice | $40,196 | $51,057 |
| AWD | 2,150 | |
| Trailer Tow Package - Class III | 570 | |
| Cargo cover | 130 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,995 | 2,650 |
| 3.5L V6 | 0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,695 | |
| 3-Zone Climate Control Package | 1,320 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 500 | |
| Premium Package | 4,500 | |
| Sunroof Package | 1,500 | |
| Heating Package | 995 | |
| Lighting Package | 900 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,650 | |
| Proximity key | 1,100 | |
| Rearview camera | 500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | |
| AWD | 2,054 | |
| Trailer Tow Package - Class III | 542 | |
| Cargo cover | 124 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,895 | 2,464 |
| 3.5L V6 | 0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,610 | |
| 3-Zone Climate Control Package | 1,228 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 465 | |
| Premium Package | 4,185 | |
| Sunroof Package | 1,395 | |
| Heating Package | 925 | |
| Lighting Package | 837 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,534 | |
| Proximity key | 1,023 | |
| Rearview camera | 465 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 651 | |
| Options (change) | 6,540 | 16,315 |
| Options (change) | 6,225 | 15,172 |
| Destination | 995 | 775 |
| Total Price | $49,625 | $71,990 |
| Total Invoice | $47,416 | $67,004 |
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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: $21,680 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,950 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | GL |
| Trim | Limited | GL450 / GL320 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 335hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/23 MPG | 14/18 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 440, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 265/60-18 |
| Total Price | $49,625 | $71,990 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -685 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $49,625 | $71,305 |
| Total Invoice | $47,416 | $67,004 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -638 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $47,416 | $66,366 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2018 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | GL |
| Trim | Limited | GL450 / GL320 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area partition 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, 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-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 | $9,270 | $9,955 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $685 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -638 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2018 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | GL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 121.1 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 200.3 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 75.6 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 72.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,633 lb. | 5,249 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 | 38.5 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 | 34.0 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
Ford Explorer Limited
| Trailer Tow Package - Class III | ||
| 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 / GL320
| 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% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
| 3-Zone Climate Control Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Heat-reflective glass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 27% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Cargo area partition net | 40 | No |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 2400 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 765 | 24% |
| Sunroof Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 12% |
| Heating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 5% |
| 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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