Comparison - Ford Explorer Platinum 2020 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class GLC 300 2019

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

58,250

Updated:

19 Sep 2019

42,700

Updated:

02 May 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2020

2019

Total Seating:

Transmission:

10-speed Shiftable Automatic

9-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

21.80gals

17.40gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Magnetic Gray Metallic

#727476

Star White Metallic Tri-coat

#FDFFFB

Blue Diamond Metallic

#264154

Rich Copper Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#4A1414

Lucid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#E60E28

Silver Spruce Metallic

#B1BBB1

Agate Black Metallic

#303030

Iconic Silver Metallic

#C7CAD0

Color:

Black

#000000

Brilliant Blue Metallic

#0F0F96

Iridium Silver Metallic

#A5A5A5

Lunar Blue Metallic

#1E3459

Obsidian Black Metallic

#211810

Polar White

#E1E0DE

Selenite Grey Metallic

#525659

designo Cardinal Red Metallic

#951316

Mojava Silver Metallic

#757577

designo Diamond White Metallic

#E9E9E9

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The Ford Explorer is fully redesigned for 2020.Part of the sixth Explorer generation introduced for 2020.The 2020 Ford Explorer comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 10-speed shiftable automatic.

Pros
Increased passenger space and cargo room
Rear-wheel-drive platform improves handling and towing
Additional tech and driver assistance features

Cons
Maximum seating capacity is seven, and most are equipped to seat six
The price can get frighteningly expensive in a hurry
Interior materials could be better in the higher trims
Not enough USB ports

By:

edmunds.com

The 2020 Ford Explorer rediscovers its capable, outdoorsy side without becoming trucklike in any other respect.

Pros
Great ride and handling
Attractive profile, styling
Soft, nicely detailed cabin
Quiet interior

Cons
Cramped third row
Sluggish/drab infotainment
Hybrid emphasizes capability, not mpg

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2020 Ford Explorer ranked #18 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Ford Explorer has a score of 7.4 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 11 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Impressive standard safety and tech features
Broad, airy cabin
Lots of cargo space
Lineup of powerful, refined engines

Cons
Bland interior in lower trims
So-so upgraded infotainment system

By:

usnews.com

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class uses a plush ride and a lush cabin to captivate crossover crowds—and trumps it all with the AMG card.

Pros
Cabinet-grade interior (agency or furniture)
Choose your body
Choose your engine
Burmester audio thrills
Doesn’t cut short on technology

Cons
Expensive safety options
It’s not a Coupe, it’s just less useful
Numb steering (GLC 300)
Rivals have diesel, plug-ins

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class comes with rear wheel drive, and all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic.Heated front seats and a household power outlet are now standard.Off-Road Engineering package and tri-zone climate control now available.

PROS
Balance of comfort and performance makes it an appealing daily driver
Elegant design inside and out gives it a true luxury appearance
Plenty of room for adult-size passengers in back
Solid fuel economy from the standard four-cylinder engine

CONS
Technology interface isn't always easy to use

By:

edmunds.com

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class ranked #4 in Luxury Compact SUVs. Currently the Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class has a score of 8.8 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 28 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Roomy, sophisticated cabin
Plenty of features
Smooth ride

Cons
Small cargo capacity in coupe models
Infotainment system has a learning curve

By:

usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Premium Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

18.00mpg

22.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

24.00mpg

27.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.00L

2.00L

Torque:

380ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

273ft-lbs

at 1 300rpm

Horsepower:

365hp

at 5 500rpm

241hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.70Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

yes

Side view Camera:

yes

On steering wheel:

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Transmission controls and audio controls on steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

198.80in

183.30in

Width:

78.90in

74.40in

Height:

70.20in

64.50in

Ground Clearance:

8.20in

5.00in

Front Track:

66.90in

Rear Track:

66.90in

Wheel Base:

119.10in

113.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.90

37.80

Rear Head Room:

38.20

38.50

Front Leg Room:

43.00in

40.80in

Rear leg room:

39.00in

37.30in

Front Hip Room:

59.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

61.80in

57.30in

Rear Hip Room:

59.10in

Rear Shoulder room:

61.90in

56.50in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

87.80cu.ft

56.50cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

5600lbs

3500lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

18.20cu.ft

19.40cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

21.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

22.00degrees

Curb Weight:

4727.00lbs

4001.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Hands-Free Entry

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Heated Mirrors

Heated mirrors

Remote Keyless Power Door Locks

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Premium Leather

Sport Front Seats

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

10 -way power driver seat

8 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Leatherette

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Folding Rear Seatback

Multi-Level Heating

Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Folding Center Armrest

Split-folding rear seatback

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front Stabilizer Bar

Front stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension:

Rear Stabilizer Bar

Rear stabilizer bar

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Turn signal in mirrors

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

Bang & Olufsen Premium Brand Speakers

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

USB With External Media Control

6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

USB Connection

1 Subwoofer(S)

12 Total Speakers

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete) yes

Speed sensitive volume control

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

2 subwoofer(s)

USB connection

Memory card slot

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Front disc brakes

Ventilated front disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

solid rear disc brakes

Rear ventilated disc brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Post-Collision Safety System

Dual Front With Head Protection Chambers Side-Mounted Airbags

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Rear center 3-point belt

Turn signal mirrors

Pre-collision safety system

Post-collision safety system

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Brake Drying

Options

Packages:

Equipment Group 600A

Premium Technology Package

Leather Seating Package

AMG Line

Exterior Lighting Package

Premium Package

Driver Assistance Package

Night Package

Multimedia Package

Off-Road Engineering Package

Parking Assistance Package

Exterior Options:

21" Premium Aluminum Wheels

Wheel Lock Kit

Roof Rack Crossbars

License Plate Bracket

Splash Guards

20" AMG Multispoke Wheels W/Black Accents

19" AMG Twin 5-Spoke Wheels

20" AMG Multispoke Wheels

19" AMG Twin 5-Spoke Wheels W/Black Accents

LED Headlamps and Taillamps

Brushed Aluminum Running Boards W/Rubber Studs

19" 5-Spoke Wheels

Panorama Roof

Interior Options:

All-Weather Floor Mats

2nd Row Bench

Dual-Headrest DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System

Rear Cargo Well Protector

Smokers Kit W/Element

Burmester Surround Sound System

Head-Up Display

Ski And Snowboard Bag

Rear Seat Entertainment And Comfort Adapter

Trailer Hitch (Class II)

Topstitched MB-Tex Upper Dash Trim

Ventilated Front Seats

Rear Side Window Sunshades

Heated Steering Wheel

3-Zone Climate Control

Smartphone Integration Package

Heated Rear Seats

Ambient Lighting And Illuminated Door Sills

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Ebony, premium leather

#000000

Light Sandstone, premium leather

#CACBB4

Color:

Black, leather

#131313

Black, leatherette

#1A1A1A

designo Black Nappa, premium leather

#000000

Saddle Brown/Black, leather

#8D6658

Silk Beige/Black, leatherette

#BDB0A7

designo Platinum White/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather

#A4A6A8

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Comparison - Ford Explorer Platinum 2020 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class GLC 300 2019

General

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Also called:

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Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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