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Mercedes-Benz GLS 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 GLS vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $57,655 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||||
| Difference: $34,465 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $55,091 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||||
| Difference: $30,654 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GLS | GLS | GLS | Explorer |
| Trim | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $69,550 | $94,950 | $125,300 | $53,940 |
| Base Invoice | $64,682 | $88,304 | $116,529 | $51,512 |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,450 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,830 | |||
| Class IV trailer hitch | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,390 | |||
| designo Edition | 4,900 | 4,200 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,250 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |||
| Running boards | 670 | 595 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | 1,090 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,995 |
| Heated second row seats | 620 | 620 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 570 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 590 | 0 | ||
| Cargo cover | 130 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,349 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,562 | |||
| Class IV trailer hitch | 535 | 535 | 535 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,293 | |||
| designo Edition | 4,557 | 3,906 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,093 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | |||
| Running boards | 623 | 565 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | 1,014 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,895 |
| Heated second row seats | 577 | 577 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 530 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 549 | 0 | ||
| Cargo cover | 124 | |||
| Options (change) | 21,575 | 8,435 | 2,525 | 2,720 |
| Options (change) | 20,068 | 7,846 | 2,349 | 2,584 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $92,120 | $104,380 | $128,820 | $57,655 |
| Total Invoice | $85,745 | $97,145 | $119,873 | $55,091 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $30,855 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $27,294 | ||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GLS | GLS | GLS | Explorer |
| Trim | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 362hp V6 | 449hp V8 | 550hp V8 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T9 | T9 | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 830, 14 | 830, 14 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 275/55-19 | 295/40-21 | 295/40-21 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $92,120 | $104,380 | $128,820 | $57,655 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,610 | -3,850 | -5,900 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $88,510 | $100,530 | $122,920 | $57,655 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $12,020 | $34,410 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $85,745 | $97,145 | $119,873 | $55,091 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,360 | -3,583 | -5,490 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $82,385 | $93,562 | $114,383 | $55,091 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $11,177 | $31,998 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GLS | GLS | GLS | Explorer |
| Trim | GLS450 | GLS550 | AMG GLS63 | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | |||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |||
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | ||
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | |||
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | $0 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | |||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Terrain selector | $200 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |||
| Class IV trailer hitch | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |||
| Aux input | $50 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | $650 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $13,105 | $13,345 | $15,395 | $9,495 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,610 | $3,850 | $5,900 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,360 | -3,583 | -5,490 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | GLS | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 202.0 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 76.1 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,401 lb. | 4,458 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.2 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 61.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.0 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.5 in | 39.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 38.9 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.5 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 35.0 in | 33.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS450
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | Yes |
| Android Auto support | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2075 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 20% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 1000 | No |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 20% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 80% |
| designo Edition | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 900 | Yes |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Synthetic suede headliner | 650 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 700 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1850 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 31% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 35% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 65% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GLS GLS550
| designo Edition | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 0 | Yes |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Synthetic suede headliner | 650 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 700 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 41% |
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