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Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Ford Explorer 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.
Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $45,040 Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Difference: $30,455 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,294 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $28,980 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | GL | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GL450 / GL350 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $61,950 | $31,615 | $35,550 |
| Base Invoice | $57,614 | $29,319 | $32,901 |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,450 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,280 | ||
| Class IV trailer hitch | 550 | ||
| Roof rack crossbars | 320 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 800 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,930 | ||
| Running boards | 670 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,950 | ||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 275 | 275 | |
| Third Row Power Package | 1,995 | ||
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | |
| AWD | 2,320 | 2,320 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | 630 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,349 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,980 | ||
| Class IV trailer hitch | 512 | ||
| Roof rack crossbars | 298 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 744 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,795 | ||
| Running boards | 623 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,814 | ||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 234 | 234 | |
| Third Row Power Package | 1,696 | ||
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | |
| AWD | 2,112 | 2,112 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | 536 | |
| Options (change) | 12,670 | 12,870 | 8,675 |
| Options (change) | 11,785 | 11,160 | 7,594 |
| Destination | 875 | 815 | 815 |
| Total Price | $75,495 | $45,300 | $45,040 |
| Total Invoice | $70,274 | $41,294 | $41,310 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $24,225 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $23,181 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | GL | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GL450 / GL350 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 335hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T7 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/18 MPG | 13/19 MPG | 13/19 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 275/55-19 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $75,495 | $45,300 | $45,040 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,230 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $69,265 | $45,300 | $45,040 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $260 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $70,274 | $41,294 | $41,310 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,799 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $64,475 | $41,294 | $41,310 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $16 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | GL | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GL450 / GL350 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | ||
| 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 | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | $300 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $12,405 | $6,175 | $6,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,230 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,799 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | GL | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 76.0 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 72.4 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,346 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.1 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 38.2 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.5 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.2 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.3 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.3 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450 / GL350
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1390 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 1225 | 47% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 3.73 axle ratio | No | |
| Class III trailer hitch | 50 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 75 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Third Row Power Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Power-folding third row seats | 1000 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1675 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 8% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | 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 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 9% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 690 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 35% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | -250 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 3.73 axle ratio | No | |
| Class III trailer hitch | 50 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 75 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 690 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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