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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: $56,975 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| Difference: $73,095 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $54,439 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| Difference: $66,597 | ||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 |
| Model | GLS | Explorer |
| Trim | AMG GLS63 | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $125,300 | $53,235 |
| Base Invoice | $116,529 | $50,839 |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 575 | |
| 285/40ZR22 | 1,250 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,950 | 1,995 |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 75 | |
| Cargo cover | 130 | |
| Running boards | 595 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | 535 | |
| 285/40ZR22 | 1,163 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,814 | 1,895 |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | |
| Rear bumper protector | 71 | |
| Cargo cover | 124 | |
| Running boards | 565 | |
| Options (change) | 3,775 | 2,795 |
| Options (change) | 3,512 | 2,655 |
| Destination | 995 | 945 |
| Total Price | $130,070 | $56,975 |
| Total Invoice | $121,036 | $54,439 |
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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: $67,135 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $61,051 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 |
| Model | GLS | Explorer |
| Trim | AMG GLS63 | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 550hp V8 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 830, 14 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 285/40-22 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $130,070 | $56,975 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,960 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $124,110 | $56,975 |
| Total Invoice | $121,036 | $54,439 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,546 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $115,490 | $54,439 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 |
| Model | GLS | Explorer |
| Trim | AMG GLS63 | 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 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote start via app | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Class IV trailer hitch | $300 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| 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 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| 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 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $14,930 | $8,970 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,960 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,546 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz GLS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2017 |
| 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 |
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