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Mercedes-Benz GLC 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 GLC vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $42,395 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $10,715 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,824 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $10,636 | |||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | GLC | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GLC300 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $38,950 | $31,615 | $35,550 |
| Base Invoice | $36,224 | $29,319 | $32,901 |
| Multimedia Package | 2,330 | ||
| Interior Package | 2,500 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | 550 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | 650 | ||
| Premium Package | 720 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | 575 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 790 | ||
| Special order charge | 250 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | ||
| AWD | 2,000 | 2,320 | 2,320 |
| Running boards | 670 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | ||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 275 | 275 | |
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | 630 | |
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,167 | ||
| Interior Package | 2,325 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | 512 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | 605 | ||
| Premium Package | 670 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | 535 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 735 | ||
| Special order charge | 233 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | ||
| AWD | 1,860 | 2,112 | 2,112 |
| Running boards | 623 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | ||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 234 | 234 | |
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | 536 | |
| Remote start | 327 | 327 | |
| Options (change) | 13,235 | 9,965 | 7,765 |
| Options (change) | 12,311 | 8,690 | 6,820 |
| Destination | 925 | 815 | 815 |
| Total Price | $53,110 | $42,395 | $44,130 |
| Total Invoice | $49,460 | $38,824 | $40,536 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,310 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,671 | |||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | GLC | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GLC300 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T9 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/28 MPG | 13/19 MPG | 13/19 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $53,110 | $42,395 | $44,130 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,405 | 0 | -1,500 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,705 | $42,395 | $42,630 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $235 |
| Total Invoice | $49,460 | $38,824 | $40,536 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,965 | 0 | -1,378 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,495 | $38,824 | $39,158 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $334 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | GLC | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GLC300 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Remote start via app | $75 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Cargo organizer | $100 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power-folding second row seats | $700 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Suggestive steering | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $12,920 | $6,515 | $8,015 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,405 | $0 | $1,500 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,965 | 0 | -1,378 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLC vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 |
| Model | GLC | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.1 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 183.3 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 64.5 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,946 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.8 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.8 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.5 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.3 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 | 20.5 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.5 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.5 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLC GLC300
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| 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 | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| Cargo organizer | 100 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 690 | 39% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 64% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| 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% |
| 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 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 28% |
| 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% |
| 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
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | -250 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 100% |
| 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% |
| 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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