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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: $36,195 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||||
| Difference: $22,890 | ||||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,553 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||||
| Difference: $21,462 | ||||||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GLE350 | GLE400 | AMG GLE43 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $52,000 | $65,650 | $67,150 | $66,300 | $101,690 | $108,840 | $28,370 | $31,115 |
| Base Invoice | $48,360 | $61,055 | $62,450 | $61,659 | $94,572 | $101,221 | $26,790 | $29,361 |
| Class III trailer hitch | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | ||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 625 | |||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | ||||||
| Running boards | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | ||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 1,370 | |||||||
| Interior Sport Package | 1,000 | |||||||
| Luxury Package | 1,450 | |||||||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 225 | 225 | ||||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||||||
| Cargo cover | 90 | 90 | ||||||
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | ||||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 255 | |||||||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||||||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | ||||||
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | ||||||
| Class III trailer hitch | 535 | 535 | 535 | 535 | 535 | 535 | ||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 581 | |||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | ||||||
| Running boards | 623 | 623 | 623 | 623 | 623 | 623 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,814 | ||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 1,274 | |||||||
| Interior Sport Package | 930 | |||||||
| Luxury Package | 1,232 | |||||||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 192 | 192 | ||||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||||||
| Cargo cover | 77 | 77 | ||||||
| Satellite radio | 166 | 166 | ||||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 217 | |||||||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||||||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | ||||||
| Remote start | 326 | 326 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 6,160 | 3,915 | 5,535 | 6,285 | 3,195 | 3,195 | 7,090 | 5,385 |
| Options (change) | 5,730 | 3,642 | 5,149 | 5,846 | 2,972 | 2,972 | 6,028 | 4,579 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 735 | 735 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4,085 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $59,085 | $70,490 | $73,610 | $69,425 | $105,810 | $112,960 | $36,195 | $37,235 |
| Total Invoice | $55,015 | $65,622 | $68,524 | $64,345 | $98,469 | $105,118 | $33,553 | $34,675 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $19,310 | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,129 | ||||||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GLE350 | GLE400 | AMG GLE43 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 302hp V6 | 329hp V6 | 362hp V6 | 329hp V6 PiH | 550hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T9 | T9 | T7 | T7 | T7 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 | 265/45-20 | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 | 295/35-21 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $59,085 | $70,490 | $73,610 | $69,425 | $105,810 | $112,960 | $36,195 | $37,235 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,580 | -7,395 | -8,895 | -8,870 | -13,145 | -13,145 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $55,505 | $63,095 | $64,715 | $60,555 | $92,665 | $99,815 | $36,195 | $37,235 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,590 | $9,210 | $5,050 | $37,160 | $44,310 | $0 | $1,040 |
| Total Invoice | $55,015 | $65,622 | $68,524 | $64,345 | $98,469 | $105,118 | $33,553 | $34,675 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,333 | -6,884 | -8,280 | -8,221 | -12,233 | -12,232 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $51,682 | $58,738 | $60,244 | $56,124 | $86,236 | $92,886 | $33,553 | $34,675 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,056 | $8,562 | $4,442 | $34,554 | $41,204 | $0 | $1,122 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GLE350 | GLE400 | AMG GLE43 | GLE550e | AMG GLE63 | AMG GLE63 S | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 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 | $1400 | ||||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | ||||||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | ||||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |||||||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Climate Control | ||||||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | |||||||
| 9 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Exterior | ||||||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Metal accent plate, lower front fascia | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Infotainment | ||||||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | ||||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| 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 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | |||||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | ||||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||
| Carbon fiber engine cover | $0 | |||||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | $500 | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Transmission | ||||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $8,105 | $11,920 | $13,420 | $13,395 | $17,670 | $17,670 | $4,525 | $4,525 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,580 | $7,395 | $8,895 | $8,870 | $13,145 | $13,145 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,333 | -6,884 | -8,280 | -8,221 | -12,233 | -12,232 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2017 | 2007 |
| Model | GLE | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 189.1 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 75.8 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 70.7 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,653 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.9 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.4 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.4 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 | 38.2 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.2 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.3 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLE GLE350
| Garmin 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
| 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 fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt 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% |
| 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% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| 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% |
| 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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