Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Ford Expedition
In comparing the Mercedes-Benz M-Class's and the Ford Expedition's specifications and ratings, the Mercedes-Benz M-Class has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Ford Expedition has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Mercedes-Benz M-Class's and the Ford Expedition's specifications and ratings, the Ford Expedition is a better car than the Mercedes-Benz M-Class.
Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Ford Expedition Pricing
A used 2015 Mercedes-Benz M-Class ranges from $13,991 to $26,993 while a used 2015 Ford Expedition is priced between $12,548 to $27,798.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Mercedes-Benz M-Class’s base engine makes 302 horsepower, and the Ford Expedition base engine makes 365 horsepower. The M-Class is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 590 miles. The Expedition is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 616 miles.This gives the Mercedes-Benz M-Class the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Ford Expedition the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Ford Expedition has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room and rear leg room. The Mercedes-Benz M-Class has the advantage in the areas of front head room cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Ford Expedition has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
13991 - 26993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
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Used Asking Price:
12548 - 27798
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.524418
Mercedes-Benz M-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Ford Expedition Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.604573 / 10
Reliability:
9.013721 / 10
Retained Value:
6.8 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz M-Class Rankings
Not yet available
Ford Expedition Rankings
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54 out of / 56Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Mercedes-Benz M-Class Trim Levels
ML 250 BlueTEC, ML 350, ML 350 4MATIC, ML 400, ML 63 AMG
Ford Expedition Trim Levels
King Ranch, Limited, Platinum, XL Fleet, XLT
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
302 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
273 foot-lbs @ 3500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
365 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
420 foot-lbs @ 2500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
443 / 590 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
448 / 616 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.4 inches
Cargo Space:
38.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
80.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
145.2 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
43 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63.7 inches
Cargo Space:
18.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
108.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
178.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4652 lbs
Width:
84.3 inches
Height:
70.7 inches
Length:
189.1 inches
Wheelbase:
114.8 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.4 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5600 lbs
Width:
91.8 inches
Height:
77.2 inches
Length:
206 inches
Wheelbase:
119 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
255/50R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P265/70R17