Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK350 - vs - Ford Explorer Platinum 2018

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Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK350

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

41,551

Updated:

01 Dec 2016

53,940

Updated:

17 Feb 2018

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

Rear Wheel Drive

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2016

2018

Total Seating:

Transmission:

7-speed Shiftable Automatic

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

17.40gals

18.60gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Black

#000000

Diamond Silver Metallic

#B6BEC4

Dolomite Brown Metallic

#413A3C

Iridium Silver Metallic

#9C9BA0

Lunar Blue Metallic

#49515A

Mars Red

#9C3E52

Obsidian Black Metallic

#0E0E0E

Palladium Silver Metallic

#767676

Pebble Grey Metallic

#4F4848

Polar White

#DCDCDC

Steel Grey Metallic

#0E0C16

designo Diamond White Metallic

#5D6262

Color:

Blue Jeans Metallic

#486478

Ingot Silver Metallic

#C4C4C8

Oxford White

#E4E4E4

Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#8E1C26

Shadow Black

#242424

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2018 Ford Explorer ranked #9 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Ford Explorer has a score of 8.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 68 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Large cargo area behind third-row seat
Meaty twin-turbo V6 available
High predicted reliability rating

Cons
Seats aren't as comfy or roomy as some
Thirsty engines
Feels massive to drive

By:

usnews.com

The Explorer receives only minor changes for 2018, with subtle styling tweaks at the front and rear, an integrated 4G LTE hotspot and revised feature availability.

PROS
Plenty of high-tech features that are easy to use
Optional turbocharged V6 engine delivers plentiful power
Cabin is quiet and comfortable on the highway
Cargo space is generous behind the third row

CONS
Legroom in the third row is subpar
Depending on trim level, feels big and ponderous from behind the wheel

By:

edmunds.com

The 2018 Ford Explorer has pulled off a graceful transition from clumsy off-roader to genteel family wagon.

Pros
A utility player, in the classic sense
Very good handling
Better fuel economy ratings
Improved infotainment, now with 4G LTE
Lovely Sport tuning

Cons
The EPA’s optimistic with those turbo ratings
Platinum content, platinum prices
Second-row seat needs padding, less tilt
Third-row seat needs more of everything

By:

thecarconnection.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

19.00mpg

16.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

25.00mpg

22.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.50L

Torque:

273ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

350ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

Horsepower:

302hp

at 6 500rpm

365hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

38.20Feet

39.80Feet

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:

On steering wheel:

Transmission controls and audio controls on steering wheel

Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

178.30in

198.30in

Width:

74.30in

78.90in

Height:

66.90in

71.00in

Ground Clearance:

7.90in

7.80in

Front Track:

62.00in

67.00in

Rear Track:

62.90in

67.00in

Wheel Base:

108.50in

112.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.00

41.40

Rear Head Room:

39.70

40.60

Front Leg Room:

41.40in

42.90in

Rear leg room:

35.10in

39.50in

Front Hip Room:

53.20in

57.30in

Front Shoulder Room:

55.20in

61.50in

Rear Hip Room:

52.50in

56.80in

Rear Shoulder room:

55.40in

61.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

54.70cu.ft

81.70cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

3500lbs

5000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

16.50cu.ft

21.00cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

23.00degrees

15.60degrees

Angle of Departure:

25.00degrees

20.90degrees

Curb Weight:

4068.00lbs

4458.00lbs

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:

Remote keyless power door locks

2 one-touch power windows

Heated mirrors

hands-free entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

8 -way power passenger seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Height adjustable passenger seat

Bucket front seats

Leatherette

Height adjustable driver seat

10 -way power driver seat

8 -way power driver seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable passenger seat

Multi-level heating driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

8 -way power passenger seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Massaging

passenger cooled seat

driver cooled seat

Rear Seats Features:

Split-folding rear seatback

Rear ventilation ducts

Folding center armrest

Rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Power folding split-bench third row seats

Split-folding rear seatback

reclining rear seats

multi-level heating

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension:

rear stabilizer bar

Rear stabilizer bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Turn signal in mirrors

Sun sensor

Leather steering wheel

Dual zone climate controls - driver and passenger

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Leather steering wheel

Turn signal in mirrors

Heated steering wheel

Front and rear air conditioning

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

yes

More Entertainment:

6 total speakers

100 watts stereo output

Auxiliary audio input

USB connection

Radio data system

USB connection

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

Memory card slot

Surround audio surround audio (discrete)

Sony premium brand speakers

500 Watts Stereo Output

1 subwoofer(s)

12 total speakers

6 Months of provided satellite radio service

Sony premium brand stero system

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

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 front disc brakes

Front ventilated disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear 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:

PARKTRONIC w/Active Parking Assist

Vehicle Alarm notification*

Emergency Service*

Rear height adjustable headrests

Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*

Airbag Deployment Notification*

Brake drying

Emergency braking preparation

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Post-collision safety system

Airbag Deployment Notification*

BLIS Plus Inflatable Rear Seatbelt Package

Adaptive Cruise Control and Collision Warning w/Brake Support

Rear height adjustable headrests

Rear center 3-point belt

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags

Pre-Collision Safety System

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Turn signal mirrors

Options

Packages:

Driver Assistance Package

Lane Tracking Package

Parking Assistance Package

Leather Package

Appearance Package

Premium 1 Package

Lighting Package

Multimedia Package

Sport Package

Premium 1 Package

Equipment Group 600A

Exterior Options:

Chrome Door Handle Inserts

Brushed Aluminum Running Boards

Trailer Hitch

Roof Spoiler

Roof Rack Crossbars

Running Boards

20" Premium Painted Machined Aluminum Wheels

Splash Guards

License Plate Bracket

Rear Bumper Protector

Wheel Lock Kit

Interior Options:

Illuminated Door Sills

Becker MAP PILOT

Media Interface w/Cable

Heated Front Seats

SiriusXM Satellite Radio

Front Seat Storage Box (SPC)

Interior Ambient Lighting Package

Heated Steering Wheel

Harman/kardon Sound System

KEYLESS-GO

Pre-wiring for Becker MAP PILOT

Rear Seat Entertainment

2nd Row Bucket Seats w/Power-Assist Fold

Cargo Shade

Smokers Kit w/Element

Deep Tray-Style All-Weather Floor Mats

Rear Cargo Well Protector

DVD Headrests

2nd Row Console

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Black, leather

#000000

Black, leatherette

#191919

Grey/Dark Grey, leatherette

#797979

Mocha/Black, leather

#82695F

Sahara Beige/Mocha, leather

#A19286

Sahara Beige/Mocha, leatherette

#A5968A

Color:

Medium Light Camel, cloth

#9A9789

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Comparison - Mercedes-Benz GLK-Class GLK350 - vs - Ford Explorer Platinum 2018

General

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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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