Comparison - Ford Explorer ST-Line 2022 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class GLS 550 4MATIC 2019

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Ford Explorer ST-Line 2022

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Other Names:

Also called:

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Also called:

GL-Class

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

46,600

Updated:

21 Aug 2021

95,750

Updated:

10 Apr 2019

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2022

2019

Total Seating:

Transmission:

10-speed Automatic

9-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

17.90gals

26.40gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Stone Blue Metallic

#3C516B

Star White Metallic Tri-Coat

#FDFFFB

Atlas Blue Metallic

#0741D6

Iconic Silver Metallic

#C7CAD0

Carbonized Gray Metallic

#4F453E

Agate Black Metallic

#303030

Forged Green Metallic

#374448

Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#E60E28

Color:

Black

#000000

Brilliant Blue Metallic

#0F0F96

Selenite Grey Metallic

#74849F

Iridium Silver Metallic

#ADB1B2

Lunar Blue Metallic

#18294B

Obsidian Black Metallic

#211810

Polar White

#E1E0DE

designo Cardinal Red Metallic

#A02C32

designo Diamond White Metallic

#EDE4D7

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class comes with all wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 9-speed shiftable automatic.Limited GLS Grand Edition includes upgraded leather, wood trim, adaptive LED headlights, unique wheels.Part of the second GLS-Class generation introduced for 2013 (then called the GL-Class).

PROS
Spacious third-row seat can accommodate adults
Ample acceleration with any powertrain choice
Quiet cabin with luxurious trim
Available off-road package gives it true capability in the dirt

CONS
Many desirable features don't come standard
Large price jump from GLS 450 to GLS 550

By:

edmunds.com

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class wears its old-school heart on its sleeve, proudly.

Pros
Plenty of cargo- and people-space
Flexible seating
Luxury SUV-levels of swank
Latest safety equipment – much of which is standard
Surprisingly entertaining AMG model

Cons
No diesel option
COMAND system is due for replacement
Middling gas-engine fuel economy

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class ranked #2 in Luxury Large SUVs. Currently the Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class has a score of 8.6 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 36 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Ample engine power
Confident handling and comfortable ride
Upscale cabin quality
Three rows of spacious seats

Cons
Rivals have more standard features

By:

usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Premium Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

20.00mpg

14.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

27.00mpg

19.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.30L

4.70L

Torque:

310ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

516ft-lbs

at 1 800rpm

Horsepower:

300hp

at 5 500rpm

449hp

at 5 250rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

40.70Feet

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:

Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel

Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

198.80in

202.00in

Width:

78.90in

78.00in

Height:

69.90in

72.80in

Ground Clearance:

7.90in

8.50in

Wheel Base:

119.10in

121.10in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.70

41.20

Rear Head Room:

40.50

40.00

Front Leg Room:

43.00in

40.30in

Rear leg room:

39.00in

38.50in

Front Hip Room:

59.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

61.80in

58.50in

Rear Hip Room:

59.10in

Rear Shoulder room:

61.90in

58.30in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

87.80cu.ft

93.80cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

5300lbs

7500lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

18.20cu.ft

16.00cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

21.00degrees

33.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

22.00degrees

27.00degrees

Curb Weight:

5578.00lbs

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:

2 One-Touch Power Windows

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

4 one-touch power windows

Heated mirrors

Reverse tilt passenger only provides curb view when vehicle in reverse

Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

6 -Way Power Passenger Seat

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Leatherette

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

10 -way power driver seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable passenger seat

Multi-level heating driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Leather

10-Way Power Passenger Seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

Massaging

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Folding Rear Seatback

Power folding split-bench third row seats

Reclining rear seats

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:

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Turn signal in mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player:

yes

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

yes

More Entertainment:

1 Subwoofer(S)

12 Total Speakers

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Bang & Olufsen Premium Brand Speakers

USB Connection

USB With External Media Control

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

USB connection

Memory card slot

1 Subwoofer(S)

14 Total Speakers

830 Watts Stereo Output

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers

Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Stereo System

Speed-Sensitive Volume Control

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

6 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

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:

Ventilated Disc Brakes

Front ventilated disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Ventilated 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:

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Emergency Braking Preparation

Post-Collision Safety System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

4-Wheel ABS

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*

Airbag Deployment Notification*

PARKTRONIC w/Active Parking Assist

Rear height adjustable headrests

Rear center 3-point belt

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Post-collision safety system

Brake drying

Pre-collision safety system

Emergency Braking Preparation

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Turn signal mirrors

Rear Side Air Bags (SPC)

Emergency Service*

Vehicle Alarm notification*

LED Headlamp

Blind-Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Cornering Lights

Self-Leveling Headlights

Options

Packages:

Equipment Group 250A

Outfitters Bike – FrontLoader

Outfitters Cargo – MegaWarrior

Outfitters Cargo – SkyBox

Class IV Trailer Tow Package

Smoker's Package

Driver Assistance Package

Grand Edition Package

Off-Road Package

Night Package

Exterior Options:

License Plate Bracket

Dual Panel Moonroof

Splash Guards

Wheel Lock Kit

Roof-Rail Crossbars

Roof Rails

MAGIC VISION CONTROL

Soft-Close Doors

Panorama Sunroof

Interior Options:

All-Weather Floor Mats W/Carpet Mats

Dual-Headrest DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System

Cargo Area Management System

2nd Row Bench

Cooler Bag W/Adjustable Carrying Strap

Cargo Organizer - Large

Cargo Mat

Cargo Organizer - Standard

Heated 2nd-Row Seats

Ventilated Front Seats

Bang & Olufsen Sound System

2nd Row Side-Window Sunshades

Heated Steering Wheel

Rear Seat Entertainment Pre-Wiring

Rear Seat Entertainment

Heated & Cooled Front Cup Holders

Multicontour Front Seats W/Massage Feature

Power EASY-ENTRY Feature For 2nd-Row Seats

Cabin Air Purification System

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Ebony, leatherette/sueded microfiber

#000000

Color:

Black, leather

#131313

designo Porcelain/Black Exclusive Nappa, premium leather

#E7DEDA

Crystal Grey/Black, leather

#A3A1A0

Espresso Brown, leatherette

#483F3D

Ginger Beige/Black, leather

#9E8B7C

Ginger Beige/Black, leatherette

#B6A598

Ginger Beige/Espresso Brown, leatherette

#9E8B7C

Saddle Brown/Black, leather

#936555

designo Espresso Brown Exclusive Nappa, premium leather

#534A48

designo Porcelain/Espresso Brown Exclusive Nappa, premium leather

#E7DEDA

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Comparison - Ford Explorer ST-Line 2022 - vs - Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class GLS 550 4MATIC 2019

General

Also called:

--

Also called:

GL-Class

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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