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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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $50,590 Ford Explorer Sport | ||
| Difference: $14,850 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $46,841 Ford Explorer Sport | ||
| Difference: $14,086 | ||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | GLC |
| Trim | Sport | AMG GLC43 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $43,100 | $54,900 |
| Base Invoice | $40,191 | $51,057 |
| Package 401A | 4,300 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | |
| Cargo cover | 130 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,480 |
| Premium 2 Package | 2,350 | |
| Burmester 640W 14 speakers | 850 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | 575 | |
| Leather Seating Package | 1,900 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 790 | |
| Special order charge | 250 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 450 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 250 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |
| Package 401A | 3,752 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 497 | |
| Cargo cover | 114 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | 1,376 |
| Premium 2 Package | 2,186 | |
| Burmester 640W 14 speakers | 791 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | 535 | |
| Leather Seating Package | 1,767 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 735 | |
| Special order charge | 233 | |
| Wood trim | 0 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 419 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 233 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | |
| Options (change) | 6,595 | 9,615 |
| Options (change) | 5,755 | 8,945 |
| Destination | 895 | 925 |
| Total Price | $50,590 | $65,440 |
| Total Invoice | $46,841 | $60,927 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Sport | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,060 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,488 | ||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | GLC |
| Trim | Sport | AMG GLC43 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 362hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T9 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 18/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 640, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/45-20 |
| Total Price | $50,590 | $65,440 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,790 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $50,590 | $62,650 |
| Total Invoice | $46,841 | $60,927 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,598 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $46,841 | $58,329 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC
| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | GLC |
| Trim | Sport | AMG GLC43 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote start via app | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo organizer | $100 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Metal accent plate, lower front fascia | $0 | |
| Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia | $0 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| App support | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| 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 thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding second row seats | $700 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Suggestive steering | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,205 | $10,995 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,790 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,598 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GLC
| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | GLC |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 113.1 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 183.3 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 74.4 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 64.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,921 lb. | 4,145 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 56.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 20.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 20.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 56.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 2725 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 13% |
| 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 GLC AMG GLC43
| Burmester, 640W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Burmester, 640W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 58% |
| Class III trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Cargo organizer | 100 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 865 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 465 | 35% |
| Leather Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
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