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Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GLK 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 GLK Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $41,670 Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Difference: $9,650 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,286 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $9,504 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | GLK |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | GLK350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $29,245 | $32,395 | $35,500 |
| Base Invoice | $27,273 | $30,178 | $33,015 |
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | |
| Audiophile Package | 510 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 295 | 800 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | |
| Third-row seat | 875 | 375 | |
| AWD | 2,320 | 2,325 | 2,000 |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | 630 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,200 | ||
| COMAND System | 2,150 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,950 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,780 | ||
| Heated front seats | 750 | ||
| Running boards | 670 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 550 | ||
| iPod integration | 375 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | |
| Audiophile Package | 433 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 251 | 744 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | |
| Third-row seat | 744 | 319 | |
| AWD | 2,111 | 2,117 | 1,860 |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | 536 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,976 | ||
| COMAND System | 2,000 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,814 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,655 | ||
| Heated front seats | 698 | ||
| Running boards | 623 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 512 | ||
| iPod integration | 349 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | ||
| Options (change) | 11,775 | 8,490 | 14,945 |
| Options (change) | 10,228 | 7,437 | 13,900 |
| Destination | 785 | 785 | 875 |
| Total Price | $41,805 | $41,670 | $51,320 |
| Total Invoice | $38,286 | $38,400 | $47,790 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GLK
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,505 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,507 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | GLK |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | GLK350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 268hp V6 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/19 MPG | 13/19 MPG | 16/21 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 235/50-19 |
| Total Price | $41,805 | $41,670 | $51,320 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -2,145 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,805 | $41,670 | $49,175 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $135 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $38,286 | $38,400 | $47,790 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -1,997 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,286 | $38,400 | $45,793 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $114 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GLK
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | GLK |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | GLK350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,750 | $6,750 | $8,895 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $2,145 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -1,997 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz GLK
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | GLK |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 108.5 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 178.3 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 72.4 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 66.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,706 lb. | 4,034 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 53.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 39.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 52.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 35.1 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 23.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 23.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 54.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 10% |
| Audiophile Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 64% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 50 | 5% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 95% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 50 | 5% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 95% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLK GLK350
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 31% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 41% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 59% |
| COMAND System | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 7% |
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