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Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $36,400

Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited   
Difference: $21,410

Lowest Total Invoice: $33,457

Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited   
Difference: $20,372

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20152015201520152009
ModelM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassExplorer Sport Trac
TrimML250 BlueTECML350ML400ML63 AMGLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUT
Base Price $49,800 $48,300 $62,900 $98,400 $31,010
Base Invoice $46,314 $44,919 $58,497 $91,512 $28,752
Premium 1 Package 4,030 4,030      
Class III trailer hitch 575 575 575 575  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720 720 720    
Obstacle detection, rear 970 970 970    
Leather seating surfaces 1,620 1,620      
Running boards 670 670 670 0  
Convenience Package         995
Class IV trailer hitch         225
Navigation system         2,505
Sunroof         850
Premium 1 Package 3,748 3,748      
Class III trailer hitch 535 535 535 535  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 670 670 670    
Obstacle detection, rear 902 902 902    
Leather seating surfaces 1,507 1,507      
Running boards 623 623 623 0  
Convenience Package         846
Class IV trailer hitch         192
Navigation system         2,129
Sunroof         723
Options (change) 8,585 8,585 2,935 575 4,575
Options (change) 7,985 7,985 2,730 535 3,890
Destination 925 925 925 925 815
Total Price $59,310 $57,810 $66,760 $99,900 $36,400
Total Invoice $55,224 $53,829 $62,152 $92,972 $33,457

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,200
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,519
Model Year20152015201520152009
ModelM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassExplorer Sport Trac
TrimML250 BlueTECML350ML400ML63 AMGLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUT
Engine200hp I4 D302hp V6329hp V6518hp V8210hp V6
TransmissionT7T7T7T7A5
DrivetrainAWDRWDAWDAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8?, 8830, 14830, 14190, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/55-18255/50-19255/50-19265/45-20235/65-18
Total Price$59,310$57,810$66,760$99,900$36,400
Adjustments for Features-6,710-5,010-8,160-13,4600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$52,600$52,800$58,600$86,440$36,400
Cost Above Minimum$0$200$6,000$33,840$0
Total Invoice$55,224$53,829$62,152$92,972$33,457
Adjustments for Features-6,248-4,665-7,597-12,5270
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$48,976$49,164$54,555$80,445$33,457
Cost Above Minimum$0$188$5,579$31,469$0

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Model Year20152015201520152009
ModelM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassM-ClassExplorer Sport Trac
TrimML250 BlueTECML350ML400ML63 AMGLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUT
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200$1200$1200 
5-speed automatic    $900
AWD$1700 $1700$1700 
RWD $0  $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100$100$100$100 
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row   $75 
Keyless entry keypad    $50
Power liftgate$350$350$350$350 
Power sliding rear window    $250
Power-adjustable pedals    $125
Proximity key  $250$250 
Remote app$25$25$25$25 
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15$15 
Semi-automated parking system$500$500$500$500 
Tilt steering wheel, manual    $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350$350 
Universal garage door opener$100$100$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist    $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0$0 
Around view cameras   $500 
Blind spot warning system  $200$200 
Brake assist$50$50$50$50 
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150 
Forward collision warning$200$200$200$200 
Full-size spare tire    $225
Hill descent control$250$250$250$250 
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75 
Lane departure warning  $200$200 
Obstacle detection, front$150$150$150$150 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0$0 
Rearview camera$200$200$200  
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150$150 
Vehicle health reports    $0
Cargo Management 
Aluminum roof rails$250$250$250$250 
Cargo area partition net$40$40$40$40 
Cargo cover$75$75$75$75 
Class III trailer hitch$250$250$250$250 
Class IV trailer hitch    $300
Console with shifter    $150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150 
Roof rails    $250
Storage compartment(s) in bed    $100
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15 
Interior air filter$0$0$0$0 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175$175$175 
Rear air vents$100$100$100 $100
Rear air vents with automatic controls   $250 
Rear defrost$200$200$200$200 
Rear wiper$175$175$175$175 
Residual heat$50$50$50$50 
Variable intermittent wipers    $75
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25$25 
Metal accent plate, lower front fascia$0$0$0  
Metal accent plate, lower rear fascia$0$0$0  
Rear bumper protector$40$40$40$40 
Rear spoiler$200$200$200$200 
Running boards$350$350$350$350 
Tubular side steps    $350
Wheel-lip moldings    $75
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25$25 
HD radio$50$50$50$50 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150 
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0 
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25 
Surround sound  $250$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225$225 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75$75 
Auto-dimming headlights   $200 
Chronometer   $100 
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100 
Fog lights    $125
Headlight washers   $50 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable  $150$150 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25$25 
Power-folding mirrors$50$50$50$50 
Steering-linked headlights   $150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25$25 
Xenon HID headlights   $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50$50 
Cooled or ventilated front seats   $300 
Door sill trim plates$100$100   
Illuminated door sill trim plates  $200$200 
Leather door panel trim   $250 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat    $50
Memory system, driver seat$200$200$200$200 
Memory system, passenger seat   $150 
Metal pedals   $75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $150 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat   $50 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat    $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Synthetic suede steering wheel   $150 
Upholstered instrument panel  $300  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   $1000 
Wood trim$300$300$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars   $500 
Adaptive dampers - electrical   $500 
Adaptive dampers - mechanical$100$100$100  
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable   $1000 
Alloy wheels$350$350$350$350 
Electronic systems calibration selector   $200 
Machined alloy wheels    $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0 
White-letter tires    $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100$100 
Total Value of Features$10,610$8,910$12,060$17,360$3,900
Value of Feature Adjustments$6,710$5,010$8,160$13,460$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-6,248-4,665-7,597-12,5270

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Model Year20152009
ModelM-ClassExplorer Sport Trac
Body4dr SUV4dr SUT
Wheelbase114.8 in130.5 in
Length189.1 in210.2 in
Width75.2 in73.7 in
Height70.7 in72.5 in
Curb Weight4,752 lb.4,517 lb.
Fuel Capacity24.6 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom40.3 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.4 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom38.4 in36.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
36.2 ft30.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
71.0 ft30.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML250 BlueTEC

Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
AC power outlet100No
Power-folding mirrors50No
iPod integration100Yes
Voice control for external devices0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested119058%
Total Not Requested87542%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350

Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200No
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
AC power outlet100No
Power-folding mirrors50No
iPod integration100Yes
Voice control for external devices0Yes
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested119058%
Total Not Requested87542%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited

Class IV trailer hitch
FeatureValueRequested?
Class IV trailer hitch100No
Trailering equipment (7 wire)25Yes
Total Requested2520%
Total Not Requested10080%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested72585%
Total Not Requested12515%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested71567%
Total Not Requested35033%

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