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Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $47,475

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $21,995

Lowest Total Invoice: $43,569

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $21,109

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220182018201820182018
ModelExplorerGLEGLEGLEGLEGLE
TrimLimitedGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 S
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $37,855 $52,200 $67,750 $66,700 $102,550 $109,700
Base Invoice $35,268 $48,546 $63,008 $62,031 $95,372 $102,021
Package 302A / 303A 4,500          
Trailer Tow Package 570          
Cargo cover 135          
Panoramic sunroof 1,595 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000 1,000
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,995 1,950 1,950 1,950 1,950 1,950
Premium 3 Package   9,080 5,010 4,890 2,890 2,890
Class III trailer hitch   575 575 575 575 575
Rear air vents with automatic controls   760 760 760 760 760
Leather seating surfaces   1,620 1,620      
Cooled or ventilated front seats   570 570 570    
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720 720    
Parktronic Package     970 970    
designo Package       4,200    
Package 302A / 303A 3,825          
Trailer Tow Package 484          
Cargo cover 115          
Panoramic sunroof 1,356 930 930 930 930 930
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,696 1,814 1,814 1,814 1,814 1,814
Premium 3 Package   8,444 4,659 4,548 2,688 2,688
Class III trailer hitch   535 535 535 535 535
Rear air vents with automatic controls   707 707 707 707 707
Leather seating surfaces   1,507 1,507      
Cooled or ventilated front seats   530 530 530    
Metallic paint (extra cost)   670 670 670    
Parktronic Package     902 902    
designo Package       3,906    
Options (change) 8,795 16,275 13,175 15,635 7,175 7,175
Options (change) 7,476 15,137 12,254 14,542 6,674 6,674
Destination 825 995 995 995 995 995
Gas Tax 0 0 0 -4,085 0 0
Total Price $47,475 $69,470 $81,920 $79,245 $110,720 $117,870
Total Invoice $43,569 $64,678 $76,257 $73,483 $103,041 $109,690

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $18,955
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,279
Model Year201220182018201820182018
ModelExplorerGLEGLEGLEGLEGLE
TrimLimitedGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 S
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine290hp V6302hp V6385hp V6329hp V6 PiH550hp V8577hp V8
TransmissionT6T7T9T7T7T7
DrivetrainFWDRWDAWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12830, 14830, 14830, 14830, 14830, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20255/50-19265/45-20255/50-19265/45-20295/35-21
Total Price$47,475$69,470$81,920$79,245$110,720$117,870
Adjustments for Features0-3,040-6,715-7,640-7,665-8,315
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$47,475$66,430$75,205$71,605$103,055$109,555
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$8,775$5,175$36,625$43,125
Total Invoice$43,569$64,678$76,257$73,483$103,041$109,690
Adjustments for Features0-2,830-6,251-7,084-7,133-7,738
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$43,569$61,848$70,006$66,399$95,908$101,952
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$8,158$4,551$34,060$40,104

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE

Model Year201220182018201820182018
ModelExplorerGLEGLEGLEGLEGLE
TrimLimitedGLE350AMG GLE43GLE550eAMG GLE63AMG GLE63 S
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100     
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200 $1200$1200$1200
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1400   
FWD$0     
RWD $0    
AWD  $1700$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control$600     
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850$850$850$850$850
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row $75$75$75$75$75
Keyless entry keypad$50     
Power-adjustable pedals$125     
Remote app $25$25$25$25$25
Remote climate control $25$25$25$25$25
Remote start$150     
Remote start via app $75$75$75$75$75
Remote window/roof operation $15$15$15$15$15
Sunshades, second row $125$125$125$125$125
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250     
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350$350$350$350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25     
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0$0$0$0
Around view cameras $500$500$500$500$500
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200$200$200$200$200
Automatic braking, low-speed $200$200$200$200$200
Blind spot collision prevention $150$150$150$150$150
Collision preparation system, rear $100$100$100$100$100
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system $0$0$0$0$0
Curve control$50     
Driver drowsiness monitor $150$150$150$150$150
Hill descent control $250$250$250$250$250
Inflatable rear seat belts$200     
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75$75$75
Lane departure warning $200$200$200$200$200
Lane keeping assist $400$400$400$400$400
Obstacle detection, front $150$150$150$150$150
Pedestrian detection $50$50$50$50$50
Rearview camera$200     
Safety key$5     
Side curtain airbags $350$350$350$350$350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500     
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150 $150$150
Tires, run-flat   $150  
Vehicle health reports$0     
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rails $250$250$250$250$250
Cargo net$40     
Console with shifter$150     
Console without shifter $150$150$150$150$150
Overhead sunglass holder$25     
Rear seat pass-through $100$100 $100$100
Roof rails$250     
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100$100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15$15$15
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250$250$250$250$250
Rear air vents with manual controls$150     
Rear HVAC unit$400     
Residual heat $50$50$50$50$50
Engine / Motor 
3.6 kW onboard charger   $0  
9 kWh battery pack   $0  
Automatic start / stop $150$150$150$150$150
Exterior 
Body kit  $0$0$0$0
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250     
Metal accent plate, lower front fascia $0$0   
Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia $0$0   
Painted brake calipers (optional)    $0$0
Rear bumper protector $40$40$40$40$40
Wheel-lip moldings$75     
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100$100$100$100
App support $0$0$0$0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100$100$100$100
Aux input$50     
DVD-compatible player $0$0$0$0$0
In-vehicle Internet $150$150$150$150$150
Media drive $15$15$15$15$15
Navigation map updates, three years $0$0$0$0$0
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25     
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225$225$225$225
Voice control for external devices$0     
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50$50$50$50
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0     
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Adaptive headlights $200$200$200$200$200
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75$75$75$75
Auto-dimming headlights $200$200$200$200$200
Chronometer    $100$100
Compass $0$0$0$0$0
Fog light, rear $100$100$100$100$100
Fog lights$125     
Interior ambient lighting$150     
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150$150$150$150$150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250     
Large energy flow and fuel economy display   $25  
LED headlights $1000$1000$1000$1000$1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25$25$25$25
Spotter mirror(s)$50     
Xenon HID headlights$500     
Seats and Interior Trim 
Carbon fiber engine cover     $0
Door sill trim plates$100     
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200$200$200$200$200
Leather door panel trim   $250$250$250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150$150 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75     
Memory system, passenger seat   $150$150$150
Metal pedals  $75$75$75$75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150$150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $150$150$150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50$50$50
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100     
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100     
Power-stowing third row seats$1000     
Synthetic suede headliner   $650 $650
Synthetic suede steering wheel     $150
Tailgating position, third row seats$50     
Upholstered instrument panel  $300$300$300$300
Wood trim $300$300$300$300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars    $500$500
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500$500$500$500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical $100    
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable  $1000$1000$1000$1000
Crosswind stabilization $50$50$50$50$50
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200$200$200
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0$0$0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100$100$100$100
Total Value of Features$7,470$10,510$14,185$15,110$15,135$15,785
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,040$6,715$7,640$7,665$8,315
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,830-6,251-7,084-7,133-7,738

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GLE

Model Year20122018
ModelExplorerGLE
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.6 in114.8 in
Length197.1 in189.1 in
Width78.9 in75.8 in
Height70.4 in70.7 in
Curb Weight4,558 lb.4,651 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.24.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in38.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in40.3 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in58.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in38.4 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.0 ft338.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.8 ft338.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.7 ft380.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Package 302A / 303A
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Inflatable rear seatbelts200No
Navigation system600Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power liftgate350Yes
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Total Requested352584%
Total Not Requested65016%
Trailer Tow Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Oil cooler0No
Class III trailer hitch250Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE350

Class III trailer hitch
FeatureValueRequested?
Class III trailer hitch250Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens1200Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested120096%
Total Not Requested504%
Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
LED headlights1000No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Android Auto support100No
Satellite radio200Yes
AC power outlet100Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Lane departure warning200No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Smartphone integration0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Harman/Kardon, 830W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested257536%
Total Not Requested461564%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE43

Class III trailer hitch
FeatureValueRequested?
Class III trailer hitch250Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens1200Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested120096%
Total Not Requested504%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Total Requested75083%
Total Not Requested15017%
Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
LED headlights1000No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested85019%
Total Not Requested365081%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE550e

Class III trailer hitch
FeatureValueRequested?
Class III trailer hitch250Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens1200Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested120096%
Total Not Requested504%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Special interior trim0No
Synthetic suede headliner650No
Leather door panel trim250No
Total Requested90042%
Total Not Requested125058%
Parktronic Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Total Requested75083%
Total Not Requested15017%
Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear seat pass-through100No
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row75No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
LED headlights1000No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable0No
Adaptive headlights200No
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested85019%
Total Not Requested365081%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE63

Class III trailer hitch
FeatureValueRequested?
Class III trailer hitch250Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested1007%
Total Not Requested140093%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE63 S

Class III trailer hitch
FeatureValueRequested?
Class III trailer hitch250Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 3 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist400No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot collision prevention150No
Total Requested1007%
Total Not Requested140093%

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