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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: $41,895 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $88,175 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,669 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $82,367 | ||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2010 |
| Model | GLS | Explorer |
| Trim | AMG GLS63 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $125,300 | $36,280 |
| Base Invoice | $116,529 | $33,774 |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 575 | |
| 285/40ZR22 | 1,250 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,950 | |
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 275 | |
| Navigation and Moon Package | 2,845 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | |
| Remote start | 385 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 535 | |
| 285/40ZR22 | 1,163 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,814 | |
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 234 | |
| Navigation and Moon Package | 2,418 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | |
| Remote start | 327 | |
| Options (change) | 3,775 | 4,800 |
| Options (change) | 3,512 | 4,080 |
| Destination | 995 | 815 |
| Total Price | $130,070 | $41,895 |
| Total Invoice | $121,036 | $38,669 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $70,310 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $65,743 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2010 |
| Model | GLS | Explorer |
| Trim | AMG GLS63 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 550hp V8 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 830, 14 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 285/40-22 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $130,070 | $41,895 |
| Adjustments for Features | -17,865 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $112,205 | $41,895 |
| Total Invoice | $121,036 | $38,669 |
| Adjustments for Features | -16,624 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $104,412 | $38,669 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2010 |
| Model | GLS | Explorer |
| Trim | AMG GLS63 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote start via app | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | $300 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | |
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| White-letter tires | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $23,895 | $6,030 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $17,865 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -16,624 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2010 |
| Model | GLS | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 121.1 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 202.0 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 76.1 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 5,401 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 26.4 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.2 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 | 40.0 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.5 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 38.9 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.5 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 35.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.0 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 49.4 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 93.8 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
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 and Moon Package | ||
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 690 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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