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Ford Transit Connect vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS 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 Transit Connect vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $33,365 Ford Transit Connect Titanium | |||||
| Difference: $46,345 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,910 Ford Transit Connect Titanium | |||||
| Difference: $43,292 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Transit Connect | Transit Connect | GLS | GLS | GLS |
| Trim | XLT | Titanium | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $26,525 | $29,000 | $69,550 | $94,950 | $125,300 |
| Base Invoice | $24,735 | $27,043 | $64,682 | $88,304 | $116,529 |
| Navigation Package | 1,165 | 840 | |||
| Trailer Towing Package | 395 | 395 | |||
| Automatic headlights | 125 | ||||
| Leather Package | 1,550 | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | 275 | ||||
| Alloy wheels | 495 | ||||
| Power-folding mirrors | 180 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, front | 495 | 495 | |||
| Glass roof panel(s) | 1,295 | 1,295 | |||
| Remote start | 345 | 345 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,830 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | ||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,450 | ||||
| Class IV trailer hitch | 575 | 575 | 575 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | ||||
| Navigation Package | 994 | 716 | |||
| Trailer Towing Package | 337 | 337 | |||
| Automatic headlights | 107 | ||||
| Leather Package | 1,322 | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | 234 | ||||
| Alloy wheels | 422 | ||||
| Power-folding mirrors | 153 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, front | 422 | 422 | |||
| Glass roof panel(s) | 1,104 | 1,104 | |||
| Remote start | 293 | 293 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,562 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | ||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,349 | ||||
| Class IV trailer hitch | 535 | 535 | 535 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | ||||
| Options (change) | 6,320 | 3,370 | 9,165 | 575 | 575 |
| Options (change) | 5,388 | 2,872 | 8,525 | 535 | 535 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $33,840 | $33,365 | $79,710 | $96,520 | $126,870 |
| Total Invoice | $31,118 | $30,910 | $74,202 | $89,834 | $118,059 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Transit Connect vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Transit Connect Titanium | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $35,510 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $33,205 | |||||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Transit Connect | Transit Connect | GLS | GLS | GLS |
| Trim | XLT | Titanium | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 169hp I4 | 169hp I4 | 362hp V6 | 449hp V8 | 550hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T9 | T9 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | 80, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-16 | 215/55-16 | 275/55-19 | 295/40-21 | 295/40-21 |
| Total Price | $33,840 | $33,365 | $79,710 | $96,520 | $126,870 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -250 | -11,085 | -15,275 | -19,425 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,840 | $33,115 | $68,625 | $81,245 | $107,445 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $725 | $0 | $0 | $12,620 | $38,820 |
| Total Invoice | $31,118 | $30,910 | $74,202 | $89,834 | $118,059 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -232 | -10,319 | -14,217 | -18,076 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,118 | $30,678 | $63,883 | $75,617 | $99,983 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $440 | $0 | $0 | $11,734 | $36,100 |
Features Comparison: Ford Transit Connect vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Transit Connect | Transit Connect | GLS | GLS | GLS |
| Trim | XLT | Titanium | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | ||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | |||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | |||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | ||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |||
| Class I trailer hitch | $150 | $150 | |||
| Class IV trailer hitch | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | $200 | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | |||
| Conversation mirror | $25 | $25 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | ||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Floor mats, second row (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | |||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, third row seats | $75 | $75 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual recliner, third row seats | $125 | $125 | |||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,825 | $5,075 | $15,910 | $20,100 | $24,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $250 | $11,085 | $15,275 | $19,425 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -232 | -10,319 | -14,217 | -18,076 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Transit Connect vs. Mercedes-Benz GLS
| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Model | Transit Connect | GLS |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 120.6 in | 121.1 in |
| Length | 189.7 in | 202.0 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 76.1 in |
| Height | 72.0 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,980 lb. | 5,401 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 26.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 46.9 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.7 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 45.1 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 58.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.6 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 41.3 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 50.5 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 47.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 35.0 in | 35.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.8 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 58.9 ft3 | 49.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 104.2 ft3 | 93.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Transit Connect XLT
| Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 6 speakers | 350 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 27% |
| Trailer Towing Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | 125 | Yes |
| Trailer sway control | 25 | Yes |
| Class I trailer hitch | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Transit Connect Titanium
| Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 975 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 5% |
| Trailer Towing Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | 125 | Yes |
| Trailer sway control | 25 | Yes |
| Class I trailer hitch | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS450
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 27% |
| Class IV trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 300 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 1515 | 62% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS550
| Class IV trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 300 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLS AMG GLS63
| Class IV trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 300 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
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