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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: $39,610 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||||
| Difference: $20,485 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,238 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||||
| Difference: $19,722 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GLE350 | 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 |
| Base Price | $52,200 | $67,750 | $66,700 | $102,550 | $109,700 | $31,615 | $35,550 |
| Base Invoice | $48,546 | $63,008 | $62,031 | $95,372 | $102,021 | $29,319 | $32,901 |
| Class III trailer hitch | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | ||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 625 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||||
| Running boards | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | 650 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | |||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 760 | 760 | 760 | 760 | 760 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | ||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 1,370 | ||||||
| Interior Sport Package | 1,000 | ||||||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 275 | 275 | |||||
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | |||||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |||||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | |||||
| Third-row seat | 875 | ||||||
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | |||||
| Class III trailer hitch | 535 | 535 | 535 | 535 | 535 | ||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 581 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||||
| Running boards | 605 | 605 | 605 | 605 | 605 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | |||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 707 | 707 | 707 | 707 | 707 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,814 | ||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 1,274 | ||||||
| Interior Sport Package | 930 | ||||||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 234 | 234 | |||||
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | |||||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |||||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | |||||
| Third-row seat | 744 | ||||||
| Remote start | 327 | 327 | |||||
| Options (change) | 6,900 | 6,275 | 7,025 | 3,935 | 3,935 | 7,180 | 4,800 |
| Options (change) | 6,419 | 5,838 | 6,535 | 3,661 | 3,661 | 6,104 | 4,081 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 815 | 815 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | -4,085 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $60,095 | $75,020 | $70,635 | $107,480 | $114,630 | $39,610 | $41,165 |
| Total Invoice | $55,960 | $69,841 | $65,476 | $100,028 | $106,677 | $36,238 | $37,797 |
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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: $17,320 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,775 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GLE350 | 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 |
| Engine | 302hp V6 | 385hp V6 | 329hp V6 PiH | 550hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T9 | T7 | T7 | T7 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 | 295/35-21 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $60,095 | $75,020 | $70,635 | $107,480 | $114,630 | $39,610 | $41,165 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,165 | -8,455 | -8,280 | -12,705 | -13,355 | 0 | -1,100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $56,930 | $66,565 | $62,355 | $94,775 | $101,275 | $39,610 | $40,065 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $9,635 | $5,425 | $37,845 | $44,345 | $0 | $455 |
| Total Invoice | $55,960 | $69,841 | $65,476 | $100,028 | $106,677 | $36,238 | $37,797 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,947 | -7,871 | -7,675 | -11,824 | -12,428 | 0 | -1,010 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $53,013 | $61,970 | $57,801 | $88,204 | $94,249 | $36,238 | $36,787 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $8,957 | $4,788 | $35,191 | $41,236 | $0 | $549 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | GLE | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | GLE350 | 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 |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | ||||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | |||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $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 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |||||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $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 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||||||
| 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 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Metal accent plate, lower front fascia | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | |||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| 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 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Carbon fiber engine cover | $0 | ||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | ||||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $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 | |||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $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 | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $8,630 | $13,920 | $13,745 | $18,170 | $18,820 | $5,465 | $6,565 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,165 | $8,455 | $8,280 | $12,705 | $13,355 | $0 | $1,100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,947 | -7,871 | -7,675 | -11,824 | -12,428 | 0 | -1,010 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLE vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2009 |
| 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 | 4,651 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 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 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 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 9% |
| 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% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 50 | 5% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 95% |
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% |
| 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% |
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