Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2008 Mercedes-Benz GLC Mercedes-Benz GLC 2017

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC 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.

Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $35,135

Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer   
Difference: $12,300

Lowest Total Invoice: $32,397

Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer   
Difference: $11,783

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2008200820172017
ModelExplorerExplorerGLCGLC
TrimEddie BauerLimitedGLC300AMG GLC43
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $29,245 $32,395 $39,150 $54,900
Base Invoice $27,273 $30,178 $36,410 $51,057
Luxury Package 1,290      
Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. 275 275    
Navigation system 1,995 1,995    
Audiophile Package 510      
Sun and Sirius Package 560 560    
Cargo cover 90 90    
Remote start 385 385    
Garmin Map Pilot     625 625
Leather Seating Package     1,900 1,900
Upholstered instrument panel     350  
Class III trailer hitch     575 575
Metallic paint (extra cost)     720 720
Running boards     670 670
Satellite radio     460  
Heated front seats     580  
Panoramic sunroof     1,480 1,480
Wood trim       0
Luxury Package 1,097      
Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. 234 234    
Navigation system 1,696 1,696    
Audiophile Package 433      
Sun and Sirius Package 476 476    
Cargo cover 77 77    
Remote start 326 326    
Garmin Map Pilot     581 581
Leather Seating Package     1,767 1,767
Upholstered instrument panel     326  
Class III trailer hitch     535 535
Metallic paint (extra cost)     670 670
Running boards     623 623
Satellite radio     428  
Heated front seats     539  
Panoramic sunroof     1,376 1,376
Wood trim       0
Options (change) 5,105 3,305 7,360 5,970
Options (change) 4,339 2,809 6,845 5,552
Destination 785 785 925 925
Total Price $35,135 $36,485 $47,435 $61,795
Total Invoice $32,397 $33,772 $44,180 $57,534

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Ford Explorer dealer quotes or Mercedes-Benz GLC dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,910
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,763
Model Year2008200820172017
ModelExplorerExplorerGLCGLC
TrimEddie BauerLimitedGLC300AMG GLC43
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine210hp V6210hp V6241hp I4362hp V6
TransmissionA5A5T9T9
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)190, 7190, 7?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/65-17235/65-18235/60-18255/45-20
Total Price$35,135$36,485$47,435$61,795
Adjustments for Features0-500-5,390-9,290
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,135$35,985$42,045$52,505
Cost Above Minimum$0$850$0$10,460
Total Invoice$32,397$33,772$44,180$57,534
Adjustments for Features0-463-5,020-8,649
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,397$33,309$39,160$48,885
Cost Above Minimum$0$912$0$9,725

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC

Model Year2008200820172017
ModelExplorerExplorerGLCGLC
TrimEddie BauerLimitedGLC300AMG GLC43
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900$900  
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1400$1400
RWD$0$0$0 
AWD   $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet   $100
Keyless entry keypad$50$50  
Power liftgate  $350$350
Power-adjustable pedals$125$125  
Proximity key   $250
Remote app  $25$25
Remote climate control  $25$25
Remote start$150$150  
Remote start via app  $75$75
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
Automatic braking, low-speed  $200$200
Blind spot warning system   $200
Brake assist  $50$50
Driver drowsiness monitor  $150$150
Forward collision warning  $200$200
Full-size spare tire$225$225  
Knee airbag, driver  $75$75
Obstacle detection, rear $250  
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system  $0$0
Rearview camera  $200$200
Tires, run-flat  $150$150
Torque vectoring, brake-based  $100$100
Trailer sway control  $25$25
Cargo Management 
Console with shifter$150$150  
Console without shifter  $150$150
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150$150  
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation  $100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15$15
Interior air filter  $0$0
Rain-sensing wipers  $175$175
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75  
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop  $150$150
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25$25
Metal accent plate, lower front fascia   $0
Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia   $0
Panoramic sunroof  $1200$1200
Rear bumper protector$40$40  
Rear spoiler  $200$200
Sunroof$900$900  
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75  
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50  
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25
CD changer, in-dash$325$325  
CD player  $125$125
HD radio  $50$50
In-vehicle Internet  $150$150
SD Card slot  $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225$225
Traffic information  $25$25
Voice control for external devices$0$0  
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror  $75$75
Boost gauge   $75
Chronometer   $100
Fog light, rear  $100$100
Fog lights$125$125  
Mirror tilt-down in reverse  $25$25
Power-folding mirrors  $50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50$50
Door sill trim plates  $100$100
Folding second row seats$300$300  
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50  
Memory system, passenger seat  $150$150
Metal pedals   $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 thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $100$100
Power-folding second row seats  $700$700
Upholstered instrument panel  $300$300
Wood trim  $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical   $500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical  $100 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable   $1000
Alloy wheels$350 $350$350
Chrome-clad alloy wheels $600  
Crosswind stabilization  $50$50
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200$200
Suggestive steering  $0$0
White-letter tires$0$0  
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100$100
Total Value of Features$4,290$4,790$9,680$13,580
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$500$5,390$9,290
Value of Feature Adjustments0-463-5,020-8,649

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC

Model Year20082017
ModelExplorerGLC
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase113.7 in113.1 in
Length193.4 in183.3 in
Width73.7 in74.4 in
Height72.8 in64.5 in
Curb Weight4,441 lb.3,892 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in37.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in57.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in40.8 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in37.3 in
Row 3 Headroom37.4 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room53.1 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room45.3 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom34.9 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
13.6 ft320.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.9 ft320.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
83.7 ft356.5 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested115090%
Total Not Requested12510%
Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
3.73 axle ratioNo
Class III trailer hitch50Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)25Yes
Total Requested75100%
Total Not Requested00%
Audiophile Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200No
Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested550100%
Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
3.73 axle ratioNo
Class III trailer hitch50Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)25Yes
Total Requested75100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC300

Class III trailer hitch
FeatureValueRequested?
Class III trailer hitch250Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested70097%
Total Not Requested253%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC AMG GLC43

Class III trailer hitch
FeatureValueRequested?
Class III trailer hitch250Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Garmin Map Pilot
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested70097%
Total Not Requested253%
Leather Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.