Mercedes-Benz vs. Ford
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Mercedes-Benz and Ford contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Mercedes-Benz and Ford cars.
When comparing the Mercedes-Benz brand to the Ford brand, Mercedes-Benz has the advantage in the areas of depreciation, fuel efficiency, retained value and variety of models offered. Ford has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, used car pricing, horsepower and towing capacity.
Mercedes-Benz versus Ford: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Mercedes-Benz versus Ford pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Ford in 2 out of 2 vehicle comparisons. Ford also has a lower used vehicle starting price in 2 out of 2 comparisons. Mercedes-Benz models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 2 out of 2 comparisons.
Mercedes-Benz versus Ford: Horsepower, Fuel Efficiency and Towing Capacity: Ford vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 2 out of 2 model comparisons. Mercedes-Benz offers higher MPG for its vehicles in their base trim in 1 out of 1 comparisons. Mercedes-Benz offers a longer driving range in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. Ford offers a greater towing capacity in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
Mercedes-Benz versus Ford: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Mercedes-Benz shows higher ratings for retained value in 2 out of 2 comparisons.
Available Body Styles: Mercedes-Benz offers 12 SUVs, 1 wagon, 11 sedans, 3 coupes, and 3 convertibles. In comparison, Ford offers 11 SUVs, 1 coupe, and 1 convertible.
Drivetrain Options: Mercedes-Benz offers 13 gasoline vehicles, 7 plug-in hybrids, and 4 electric vehicles. Ford offers 13 gasoline vehicles, 4 hybrids, 1 plug-in hybrid, and 2 electric vehicles.
Mercedes-Benz offers 16 all-wheel-drive models, 4 front-wheel-drive models, and 8 rear-wheel-drive models. Ford offers 9 all-wheel-drive models, 4 front-wheel-drive models, and 3 rear-wheel-drive models.
New Car Pricing
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz GLS
$91,763 - $166,193
EVs
Mercedes-Benz EQB
$55,344 - $65,997
New Car Pricing
SUVs
Ford Expedition
$67,086 - $89,397
EVs
Ford Mustang Mach-E
$39,134 - $59,590
Used Car Pricing
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz GLS
$79,881 - $144,894
EVs
Mercedes-Benz EQB
$42,521 - $62,399
Used Car Pricing
SUVs
Ford Expedition
$64,510 - $87,670
EVs
Ford Mustang Mach-E
$25,977 - $54,825
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz GLS
56.1%
EVs
Mercedes-Benz EQB
61.6%
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
SUVs
Ford Expedition
56.9%
EVs
Ford Mustang Mach-E
65%
Horsepower / Torque
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz GLS
375 hp / 369 foot-lbs
EVs
Mercedes-Benz EQB
188 hp / 284 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
SUVs
Ford Expedition
400 hp / 480 foot-lbs
EVs
Ford Mustang Mach-E
266 hp / 317 foot-lbs
MPG (city/highway/combined)
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz GLS
19 / 24 / 21
MPG (city/highway/combined)
SUVs
Ford Expedition
15 / 22 / 18
EV Range
Mercedes-Benz EQB
250 miles
EV Range
Ford Mustang Mach-E
224 miles
Max Towing Capacity
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz GLS
7700 lbs
EVs
Mercedes-Benz EQB
Not yet available
Max Towing Capacity
SUVs
Ford Expedition
9300 lbs
EVs
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Not yet available
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz GLS
Not available
EVs
Mercedes-Benz EQB
Not available
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
SUVs
Ford Expedition
7.6 / 10
EVs
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz GLS
Not available
EVs
Mercedes-Benz EQB
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
SUVs
Ford Expedition
7.5 / 10
EVs
Ford Mustang Mach-E
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz GLS
Not available
EVs
Mercedes-Benz EQB
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
SUVs
Ford Expedition
8.0 / 10
EVs
Ford Mustang Mach-E
10 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
SUVs
Mercedes-Benz GLS
7.4 / 10
EVs
Mercedes-Benz EQB
7.0 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
SUVs
Ford Expedition
7.3 / 10
EVs
Ford Mustang Mach-E
6.8 / 10