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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: $35,545 Ford Explorer XLT | ||
| Difference: $28,870 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,070 Ford Explorer XLT | ||
| Difference: $26,899 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | GL | Explorer |
| Trim | GL450 / GL350 | XLT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $61,950 | $29,280 |
| Base Invoice | $57,614 | $27,404 |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 550 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 320 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |
| Third-row seat | 875 | |
| SYNC and Sirius Package | 670 | |
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 275 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | |
| AWD | 2,320 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 512 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 298 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | |
| Third-row seat | 744 | |
| SYNC and Sirius Package | 569 | |
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 234 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | |
| AWD | 2,112 | |
| Options (change) | 1,590 | 5,450 |
| Options (change) | 1,480 | 4,851 |
| Destination | 875 | 815 |
| Total Price | $64,415 | $35,545 |
| Total Invoice | $59,969 | $33,070 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer XLT | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $22,720 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $21,173 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | GL | Explorer |
| Trim | GL450 / GL350 | XLT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 335hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T7 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/18 MPG | 13/19 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 80, 4 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 275/55-19 | 235/70-16 |
| Total Price | $64,415 | $35,545 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,150 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $58,265 | $35,545 |
| Total Invoice | $59,969 | $33,070 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,726 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $54,243 | $33,070 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | GL | Explorer |
| Trim | GL450 / GL350 | XLT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $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 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | $300 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| White-letter tires | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $11,580 | $5,430 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,150 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,726 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 |
| 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
Ford Explorer XLT
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 825 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 15% |
| SYNC and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 21% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 79% |
| 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% |
| 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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