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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: $36,635 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $3,360 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,086 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $4,144 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | GLA | GLA | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GLA250 | GLA45 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $31,300 | $48,300 | $30,200 | $32,515 |
| Base Invoice | $29,109 | $44,919 | $27,518 | $29,578 |
| Interior Package | 1,700 | 1,500 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,300 | 2,300 | ||
| Becker Map Pilot | 600 | 600 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 255 | 255 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | 1,480 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | |||
| Cargo cover | 80 | 80 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | ||
| Interior Package | 1,581 | 1,395 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,139 | 2,139 | ||
| Becker Map Pilot | 528 | 528 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 217 | 217 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | 1,376 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | |||
| Cargo cover | 68 | 68 | ||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | ||
| Options (change) | 7,770 | 7,570 | 5,790 | 4,090 |
| Options (change) | 7,196 | 7,010 | 4,923 | 3,478 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 645 | 645 |
| Total Price | $39,995 | $56,795 | $36,635 | $37,250 |
| Total Invoice | $37,230 | $52,854 | $33,086 | $33,701 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz GLA GLA250 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,430 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $315 | ||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | GLA | GLA | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GLA250 | GLA45 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 208hp I4 | 355hp I4 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | S7 | S7 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-18 | 235/45-19 | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 |
| Total Price | $39,995 | $56,795 | $36,635 | $37,250 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,790 | -7,715 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,205 | $49,080 | $36,635 | $37,250 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $13,875 | $0 | $615 |
| Total Invoice | $37,230 | $52,854 | $33,086 | $33,701 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,459 | -7,180 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,771 | $45,674 | $33,086 | $33,701 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $12,903 | $0 | $615 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | GLA | GLA | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GLA250 | GLA45 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $8,840 | $11,765 | $4,050 | $4,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,790 | $7,715 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,459 | -7,180 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLA vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2006 |
| Model | GLA | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 173.9 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 71.0 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 60.0 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,297 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.4 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.9 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 17.2 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 43.6 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLA GLA250
| 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% |
| 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 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 775 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 975 | 56% |
| Becker Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLA GLA45 AMG
| 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% |
| 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 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 775 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 975 | 56% |
| Becker Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 32% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
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