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Mercedes-Benz GLE 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 GLE vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $57,655 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||||||
| Difference: $13,995 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $55,091 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||||||
| Difference: $11,616 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Explorer |
| Trim | GLE350 | AMG GLE43 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S | Platinum |
| 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 | $53,940 |
| Base Invoice | $48,546 | $63,008 | $62,031 | $95,372 | $102,021 | $51,512 |
| Premium 3 Package | 9,080 | 5,010 | 4,890 | 2,890 | 2,890 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 760 | 760 | 760 | 760 | 760 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 450 | |||||
| Special order charge | 250 | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 570 | 570 | 570 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | 580 | 580 | 580 | 580 | 580 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 250 | 250 | 250 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,995 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| Running boards | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 595 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | |||
| designo Package | 4,200 | |||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 600 | 600 | ||||
| Cargo cover | 130 | |||||
| Premium 3 Package | 8,444 | 4,659 | 4,548 | 2,688 | 2,688 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | 535 | 535 | 535 | 535 | 535 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 707 | 707 | 707 | 707 | 707 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 419 | |||||
| Special order charge | 233 | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 530 | 530 | 530 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | 539 | 539 | 539 | 539 | 539 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 233 | 233 | 233 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,895 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 930 | 930 | 930 | 930 | 930 | |
| Running boards | 605 | 605 | 605 | 605 | 605 | 565 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | |||
| designo Package | 3,906 | |||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 558 | 558 | ||||
| Cargo cover | 124 | |||||
| Options (change) | 18,455 | 13,685 | 16,145 | 9,005 | 9,005 | 2,720 |
| Options (change) | 17,166 | 12,729 | 15,017 | 8,376 | 8,376 | 2,584 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | -4,085 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $71,650 | $82,430 | $79,755 | $112,550 | $119,700 | $57,655 |
| Total Invoice | $66,707 | $76,732 | $73,958 | $104,743 | $111,392 | $55,091 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,610 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $14,115 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Explorer |
| Trim | GLE350 | AMG GLE43 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S | Platinum |
| 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 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T9 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 | 295/35-21 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $71,650 | $82,430 | $79,755 | $112,550 | $119,700 | $57,655 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,375 | -4,300 | -4,225 | -4,875 | -2,615 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $71,650 | $79,055 | $75,455 | $108,325 | $114,825 | $55,040 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,405 | $3,805 | $36,675 | $43,175 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $66,707 | $76,732 | $73,958 | $104,743 | $111,392 | $55,091 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,142 | -3,987 | -3,932 | -4,537 | -2,499 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $66,707 | $73,590 | $69,971 | $100,811 | $106,855 | $52,592 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $6,883 | $3,264 | $34,104 | $40,148 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Explorer |
| Trim | GLE350 | AMG GLE43 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S | Platinum |
| 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 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||||||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |||||
| 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 | |||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||||
| Remote start | $150 | |||||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| 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 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |||||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||||
| Safety key | $5 | |||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $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 | |||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | |||||
| 9 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||||
| Metal accent plate, lower front fascia | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | |||||
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Carbon fiber engine cover | $0 | |||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | ||||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| 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 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,955 | $12,330 | $13,255 | $13,180 | $13,830 | $11,570 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,375 | $4,300 | $4,225 | $4,875 | $2,615 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,142 | -3,987 | -3,932 | -4,537 | -2,499 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GLE | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 189.1 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 75.8 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 70.7 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,651 lb. | 4,458 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.9 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 61.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.4 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.4 in | 39.5 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 | 33.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 38.2 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.2 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.3 ft3 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE350
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Harman/Kardon, 830W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3875 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 3315 | 46% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE AMG GLE43
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1700 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 2800 | 62% |
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 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Synthetic suede headliner | 650 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 40% |
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | 75 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1700 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 2800 | 62% |
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 |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | 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 |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 67% |
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