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Mercedes-Benz GLK 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 GLK vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $47,225 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $5,670 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $43,477 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $5,776 | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | GLK | Explorer |
| Trim | GLK350 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $34,600 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $32,178 | $35,268 |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,150 | |
| Multimedia Package | 3,350 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,750 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |
| Rear spoiler | 410 | |
| iPod integration | 310 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 790 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,880 | 1,995 |
| Heated front seats | 740 | |
| Proximity key | 1,130 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 540 | |
| AWD | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 650 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | |
| Package 301A | 2,250 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,930 | |
| Multimedia Package | 3,116 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,628 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | |
| Rear spoiler | 381 | |
| iPod integration | 288 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 735 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,748 | 1,696 |
| Heated front seats | 688 | |
| Proximity key | 1,051 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 502 | |
| AWD | 1,860 | 1,820 |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 604 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 484 | |
| Package 301A | 1,913 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | |
| Options (change) | 17,420 | 8,545 |
| Options (change) | 16,200 | 7,384 |
| Destination | 875 | 825 |
| Total Price | $52,895 | $47,225 |
| Total Invoice | $49,253 | $43,477 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,530 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,488 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | GLK | Explorer |
| Trim | GLK350 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 268hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/21 MPG | 17/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 11 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-19 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $52,895 | $47,225 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,860 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $52,895 | $45,365 |
| Total Invoice | $49,253 | $43,477 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,712 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $49,253 | $41,765 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | GLK | Explorer |
| Trim | GLK350 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,235 | $8,095 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,860 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,712 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | GLK | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 178.3 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 66.9 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,034 lb. | 4,731 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.2 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.2 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.8 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.7 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.5 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 39.8 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 | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.3 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.3 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.7 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLK GLK350
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 2300 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 15% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 600W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 565 | 32% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | No |
| Terrain Selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Trailer Tow Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Package 301A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1125 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 42% |
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