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Mercedes-Benz M-Class 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 M-Class vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $44,910 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $8,475 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,465 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $8,241 | ||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | M-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | ML350 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $39,750 | $37,535 |
| Base Invoice | $36,968 | $34,952 |
| Premium Package | 6,150 | |
| Sunroof | 1,390 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | 490 | |
| Comfort Package | 1,450 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 750 | |
| Heated front seats | 690 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | |
| Satellite radio | 500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 690 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | |
| AWD | 2,000 | |
| Package 301A | 2,250 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Premium Package | 5,720 | |
| Sunroof | 1,293 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | 456 | |
| Comfort Package | 1,349 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 698 | |
| Heated front seats | 642 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 698 | |
| Satellite radio | 465 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 642 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 484 | |
| AWD | 1,820 | |
| Package 301A | 1,913 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Options (change) | 12,860 | 6,550 |
| Options (change) | 11,963 | 5,688 |
| Destination | 775 | 825 |
| Total Price | $53,385 | $44,910 |
| Total Invoice | $49,706 | $41,465 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,140 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,702 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | M-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | ML350 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 268hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/20 MPG | 17/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/65-17 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $53,385 | $44,910 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,665 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $53,385 | $42,245 |
| Total Invoice | $49,706 | $41,465 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,461 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $49,706 | $39,004 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | M-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | ML350 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| 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 lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| 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-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,505 | $10,170 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,665 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,461 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | M-Class | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 188.5 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 69.8 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,623 lb. | 4,752 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.9 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.9 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.8 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 40.0 in | 39.8 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 | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.4 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.4 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.4 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | 275 | Yes |
| Roof rails | 250 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2325 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 38% |
| Comfort Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Cargo cover | 75 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | 50 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Cargo area partition net | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 475 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 540 | 53% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | Yes |
| Terrain Selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
| Trailer Tow Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Package 301A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 825 | 43% |
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