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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: $39,250 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $32,585 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,402 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $30,468 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | GL | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GL450 / GL350 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $62,570 | $28,370 | $31,115 |
| Base Invoice | $58,190 | $26,790 | $29,361 |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,450 | ||
| Class IV trailer hitch | 550 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | ||
| Roof rack crossbars | 320 | 115 | 115 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 800 | 255 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,930 | ||
| Running boards | 670 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,950 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,450 | ||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 225 | 225 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | 675 | 285 | |
| Third-row seat | 845 | 375 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,295 | 1,295 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | 495 | 495 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | |
| 4WD w/low range | 2,295 | 2,295 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,349 | ||
| Class IV trailer hitch | 512 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | ||
| Roof rack crossbars | 298 | 97 | 97 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 744 | 217 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,795 | ||
| Running boards | 623 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,814 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,232 | ||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 192 | 192 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | 574 | 243 | |
| Third-row seat | 718 | 319 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | 421 | 421 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | |
| 4WD w/low range | 2,112 | 2,112 | |
| Options (change) | 8,390 | 10,145 | 7,580 |
| Options (change) | 7,805 | 8,877 | 6,698 |
| Destination | 875 | 735 | 735 |
| Total Price | $71,835 | $39,250 | $39,430 |
| Total Invoice | $66,870 | $36,402 | $36,794 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $29,130 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $27,252 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | 2007 |
| 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 | 4WD w/4L | 4WD w/4L |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/18 MPG | 14/20 MPG | 14/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 275/55-19 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $71,835 | $39,250 | $39,430 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,455 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $68,380 | $39,250 | $39,430 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $180 |
| Total Invoice | $66,870 | $36,402 | $36,794 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,216 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $63,654 | $36,402 | $36,794 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $392 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | 2007 |
| 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 | ||
| 4WD w/low range | $2200 | $2200 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| 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 | ||
| 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 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| 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 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $10,005 | $6,550 | $6,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,455 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,216 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2007 |
| 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 Eddie Bauer
| Rear HVAC unit | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 32% |
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class III trailer hitch | 50 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 75 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| 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
| Rear HVAC unit | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class III trailer hitch | 50 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 75 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| 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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