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Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Ford Escape 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 GLE vs. Ford Escape Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $35,960 Ford Escape Titanium | ||||||
| Difference: $30,730 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,370 Ford Escape Titanium | ||||||
| Difference: $27,723 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Escape |
| Trim | GLE350 | AMG GLE43 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S | Titanium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $52,200 | $67,750 | $66,700 | $102,550 | $109,700 | $32,045 |
| Base Invoice | $48,546 | $63,008 | $62,031 | $95,372 | $102,021 | $30,602 |
| Class III trailer hitch | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Premium 3 Package | 9,080 | 5,010 | 4,890 | 2,890 | 2,890 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 250 | 250 | 250 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 995 |
| Laminated front side windows | 250 | 250 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | |||
| designo Package | 4,200 | |||||
| Towing Package | 495 | |||||
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,295 | |||||
| Cargo cover | 135 | |||||
| Class III trailer hitch | 535 | 535 | 535 | 535 | 535 | |
| Premium 3 Package | 8,444 | 4,659 | 4,548 | 2,688 | 2,688 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 233 | 233 | 233 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 930 | 930 | 930 | 930 | 930 | 945 |
| Laminated front side windows | 233 | 233 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | |||
| designo Package | 3,906 | |||||
| Towing Package | 470 | |||||
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,230 | |||||
| Cargo cover | 128 | |||||
| Options (change) | 13,495 | 9,425 | 11,635 | 4,465 | 4,465 | 2,920 |
| Options (change) | 12,552 | 8,767 | 10,822 | 4,153 | 4,153 | 2,773 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | -4,085 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $66,690 | $78,170 | $75,245 | $108,010 | $115,160 | $35,960 |
| Total Invoice | $62,093 | $72,770 | $69,763 | $100,520 | $107,169 | $34,370 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Ford Escape
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Escape Titanium | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $26,850 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $24,110 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Escape |
| Trim | GLE350 | AMG GLE43 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S | Titanium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 302hp V6 | 385hp V6 | 329hp V6 PiH | 550hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 245hp I4 |
| Transmission | T7 | T9 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 355, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 | 295/35-21 | 235/50-18 |
| Total Price | $66,690 | $78,170 | $75,245 | $108,010 | $115,160 | $35,960 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,880 | -7,555 | -8,330 | -8,555 | -9,205 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $62,810 | $70,615 | $66,915 | $99,455 | $105,955 | $35,960 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,805 | $4,105 | $36,645 | $43,145 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $62,093 | $72,770 | $69,763 | $100,520 | $107,169 | $34,370 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,613 | -7,033 | -7,723 | -7,962 | -8,566 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $58,480 | $65,737 | $62,040 | $92,558 | $98,603 | $34,370 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,257 | $3,560 | $34,078 | $40,123 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Ford Escape
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Escape |
| Trim | GLE350 | AMG GLE43 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S | Titanium |
| 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 | ||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | |||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| FWD | $0 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |||||
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||||
| Remote start | $150 | |||||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Obstacle detection, side | $100 | |||||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||||
| Safety key | $5 | |||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | |||||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | |||||
| Second-row under-floor storage | $150 | |||||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | |||||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | |||||
| 9 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Metal accent plate, lower front fascia | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Carbon fiber engine cover | $0 | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | ||||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $9,560 | $13,235 | $14,010 | $14,235 | $14,885 | $5,680 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,880 | $7,555 | $8,330 | $8,555 | $9,205 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,613 | -7,033 | -7,723 | -7,962 | -8,566 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Ford Escape
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GLE | Escape |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 105.9 in |
| Length | 189.1 in | 178.1 in |
| Width | 75.8 in | 72.4 in |
| Height | 70.7 in | 66.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,651 lb. | 3,553 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 15.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.9 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 40.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.4 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.4 in | 37.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.2 ft3 | 34.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.3 ft3 | 68.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE350
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | Yes |
| Android Auto support | 100 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 830W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3525 | 49% |
| Total Not Requested | 3665 | 51% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE43
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 2900 | 64% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE550e
| designo Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Synthetic suede headliner | 650 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 58% |
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 2900 | 64% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE63
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 67% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE63 S
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 67% |
Option Package Details
Ford Escape Titanium
| Towing Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | 125 | Yes |
| Class II trailer hitch | 200 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Trailer sway control | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Safe and Smart Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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