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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: $40,345 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||
| Difference: $37,815 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,863 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||
| Difference: $35,893 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | GL | GL | GL | GL | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | AMG GL63 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $64,550 | $66,200 | $91,300 | $122,100 | $31,615 | $35,550 |
| Base Invoice | $60,032 | $61,566 | $84,909 | $112,623 | $29,319 | $32,901 |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,450 | 1,450 | ||||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,410 | 4,410 | ||||
| Class IV trailer hitch | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | ||
| Roof rack crossbars | 320 | 320 | 320 | 320 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | ||||
| Running boards | 670 | 670 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | ||||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 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 | ||||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | ||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,349 | 1,349 | ||||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,101 | 4,101 | ||||
| Class IV trailer hitch | 535 | 535 | 535 | 535 | ||
| Roof rack crossbars | 298 | 298 | 298 | 298 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | ||||
| Running boards | 623 | 623 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | ||||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,814 | 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 | ||||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | ||||
| Options (change) | 12,685 | 12,685 | 2,845 | 2,845 | 7,915 | 4,415 |
| Options (change) | 11,799 | 11,799 | 2,647 | 2,647 | 6,729 | 3,754 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 815 | 815 |
| Total Price | $78,160 | $79,810 | $95,070 | $125,870 | $40,345 | $40,780 |
| Total Invoice | $72,756 | $74,290 | $88,481 | $116,195 | $36,863 | $37,470 |
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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: $28,535 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $27,255 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | GL | GL | GL | GL | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | AMG GL63 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 240hp V6 D | 362hp V6 | 429hp V8 | 550hp V8 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 80, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 275/55-19 | 275/55-19 | 295/40-21 | 295/40-21 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $78,160 | $79,810 | $95,070 | $125,870 | $40,345 | $40,780 |
| Adjustments for Features | -9,280 | -9,430 | -13,095 | -17,670 | 0 | -250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $68,880 | $70,380 | $81,975 | $108,200 | $40,345 | $40,530 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,500 | $13,095 | $39,320 | $0 | $185 |
| Total Invoice | $72,756 | $74,290 | $88,481 | $116,195 | $36,863 | $37,470 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,638 | -8,778 | -12,187 | -16,312 | 0 | -230 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $64,118 | $65,512 | $76,294 | $99,883 | $36,863 | $37,240 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,394 | $12,176 | $35,765 | $0 | $377 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | GL | GL | GL | GL | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GL350 BlueTEC | GL450 | GL550 | AMG GL63 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $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 | ||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | ||||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Aluminum roof rack | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Class IV trailer hitch | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |||||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $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 | ||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $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 | $1000 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $15,105 | $15,255 | $18,920 | $23,495 | $5,825 | $6,075 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $9,280 | $9,430 | $13,095 | $17,670 | $0 | $250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -8,638 | -8,778 | -12,187 | -16,312 | 0 | -230 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GL vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 |
| Model | GL | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 121.0 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 201.6 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 76.4 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,372 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.2 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 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 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.5 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 38.9 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 | 35.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL350 BlueTEC
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | Yes |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1390 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 47% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | Yes |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1390 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 47% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 715 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 715 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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