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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: $55,580 Mercedes-Benz GLK GLK350 | ||
| Difference: $2,075 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $51,751 Mercedes-Benz GLK GLK350 | ||
| Difference: $3,340 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | GLK | Explorer |
| Trim | GLK350 | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $35,880 | $53,940 |
| Base Invoice | $33,368 | $51,512 |
| Lighting Package | 985 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,200 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 800 | |
| Multimedia Package | 3,000 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,780 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 700 | |
| Proximity key | 650 | |
| Heated front seats | 750 | |
| Rear spoiler | 410 | |
| Running boards | 670 | 595 |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,950 | 1,995 |
| Class II trailer hitch | 550 | |
| AWD | 2,000 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 660 | |
| Cargo cover | 130 | |
| Lighting Package | 916 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,976 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 744 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,790 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,655 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 651 | |
| Proximity key | 605 | |
| Heated front seats | 698 | |
| Rear spoiler | 381 | |
| Running boards | 623 | 565 |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,814 | 1,895 |
| Class II trailer hitch | 512 | |
| AWD | 1,860 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 614 | |
| Cargo cover | 124 | |
| Options (change) | 18,825 | 2,720 |
| Options (change) | 17,508 | 2,584 |
| Destination | 875 | 995 |
| Total Price | $55,580 | $57,655 |
| Total Invoice | $51,751 | $55,091 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,590 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,984 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | GLK | Explorer |
| Trim | GLK350 | Platinum |
| 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 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-19 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $55,580 | $57,655 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -7,665 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $55,580 | $49,990 |
| Total Invoice | $51,751 | $55,091 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -7,324 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $51,751 | $47,767 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | GLK | Explorer |
| Trim | GLK350 | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| 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 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| 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 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| SD Card slot | $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 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| 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 | $6,230 | $13,895 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $7,665 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -7,324 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | GLK | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 178.3 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 66.9 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,034 lb. | 4,890 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.2 in | 61.5 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 | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 52.5 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 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 | 23.3 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.3 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.7 ft3 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLK GLK350
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 33% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1475 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
| 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 | No |
| Total Requested | 1025 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 240 | 19% |
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