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Mercedes-Benz GLA 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 GLA vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $45,875 Mercedes-Benz GLA GLA250 | |||
| Difference: $695 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $42,729 Mercedes-Benz GLA GLA250 | |||
| Difference: $311 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | GLA | GLA | Explorer |
| Trim | GLA250 | GLA45 AMG | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $31,300 | $48,300 | $38,200 |
| Base Invoice | $29,109 | $44,919 | $35,622 |
| Premium Package | 2,300 | 2,300 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,480 | 2,480 | |
| Interior Package | 1,700 | 1,500 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,500 | 2,500 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,595 |
| Proximity key | 650 | 650 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 850 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,150 | ||
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,600 | ||
| Cargo cover | 130 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,139 | 2,139 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,306 | 2,306 | |
| Interior Package | 1,581 | 1,395 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,325 | 2,325 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,392 |
| Proximity key | 605 | 605 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 791 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,004 | ||
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,013 | ||
| Cargo cover | 114 | ||
| Options (change) | 13,650 | 12,600 | 7,475 |
| Options (change) | 12,695 | 11,718 | 6,523 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 895 |
| Total Price | $45,875 | $61,825 | $46,570 |
| Total Invoice | $42,729 | $57,562 | $43,040 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $770 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,043 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | GLA | GLA | Explorer |
| Trim | GLA250 | GLA45 AMG | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 208hp I4 | 355hp I4 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | S7 | S7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-18 | 235/45-19 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $45,875 | $61,825 | $46,570 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,500 | -1,465 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $45,875 | $59,325 | $45,105 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $13,450 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $42,729 | $57,562 | $43,040 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,328 | -1,354 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $42,729 | $55,234 | $41,686 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $12,505 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | GLA | GLA | Explorer |
| Trim | GLA250 | GLA45 AMG | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,880 | $8,380 | $7,345 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,500 | $1,465 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,328 | -1,354 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | GLA | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 173.9 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 71.0 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 60.0 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,297 lb. | 4,535 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.4 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.9 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 17.2 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 43.6 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLA GLA250
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1325 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 24% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 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 | 950 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 165 | 15% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 32% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 64% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLA GLA45 AMG
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1325 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 24% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 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 | 950 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 165 | 15% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 32% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 64% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Package 302A / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2825 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 1650 | 37% |
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