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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: $51,080 Ford Explorer Sport | ||
| Difference: $2,955 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $47,183 Ford Explorer Sport | ||
| Difference: $3,131 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2014 |
| Model | GLK | Explorer |
| Trim | GLK350 | Sport |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $35,500 | $41,675 |
| Base Invoice | $33,015 | $38,862 |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,200 | |
| Multimedia Package | 3,000 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,780 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 700 | |
| Heated front seats | 750 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 800 | |
| Rear spoiler | 410 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,950 | 1,995 |
| Proximity key | 1,140 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 550 | |
| AWD | 2,000 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 660 | |
| Package 401A | 4,130 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 85 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,976 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,790 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,655 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 651 | |
| Heated front seats | 698 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 744 | |
| Rear spoiler | 381 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,814 | 1,741 |
| Proximity key | 1,060 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 512 | |
| AWD | 1,860 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 614 | |
| Package 401A | 3,604 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 497 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 74 | |
| Cargo cover | 118 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | |
| Options (change) | 17,660 | 8,510 |
| Options (change) | 16,424 | 7,426 |
| Destination | 875 | 895 |
| Total Price | $54,035 | $51,080 |
| Total Invoice | $50,314 | $47,183 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Sport | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,430 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,417 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2014 |
| Model | GLK | Explorer |
| Trim | GLK350 | Sport |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 268hp V6 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/21 MPG | 16/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-19 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $54,035 | $51,080 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,475 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $54,035 | $48,605 |
| Total Invoice | $50,314 | $47,183 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,286 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $50,314 | $44,897 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2014 |
| Model | GLK | Explorer |
| Trim | GLK350 | Sport |
| 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 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| 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 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,195 | $8,670 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,475 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,286 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2014 |
| 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. | 4,921 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 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | 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 |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 24% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| 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 | 1050 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | 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 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2025 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 1175 | 37% |
| 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% |
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