Ford Expedition vs Mercedes-Benz GLC43 AMG
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC43 AMG
Overview
| Spec | Ford ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet | Mercedes-Benz GLC43 AMGAMG GLC 43 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | MAX XL Fleet | AMG GLC 43 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | four wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | mild hybrid |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet | Mercedes-Benz GLC43 AMGAMG GLC 43 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $62,425 (best) | $67,550 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet | Mercedes-Benz GLC43 AMGAMG GLC 43 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 15 MPG | 19 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 27.8 gal (best) | 17.4 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Ford ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet | Mercedes-Benz GLC43 AMGAMG GLC 43 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | — | 416 hp (best) |
| Torque | — | 369 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet | Mercedes-Benz GLC43 AMGAMG GLC 43 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 37.4 cu ft | 56.3 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 9,600 lbs (best) | 3,500 lbs |
| Curb weight | 5,796 lbs | 4,553 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in (best) | 6.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 131.5 in (best) | 113.1 in |
| Length | 221.7 in (best) | 187 in |
| Width | 80 in (best) | 75.6 in |
| Height | 77.9 in (best) | 64.4 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet | Mercedes-Benz GLC43 AMGAMG GLC 43 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Ford Expedition | Mercedes-Benz GLC43 AMG |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MAX XL Fleet $62,425 MSRP(Currently comparing) | AMG GLC 43 $67,550 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Active $63,600 MSRP | AMG GLC 43 $73,450 MSRP |
| 3 | Active $66,600 MSRP | — |
| 4 | MAX Active $66,600 MSRP | — |
| 5 | MAX Active $69,600 MSRP | — |
| 6 | Platinum $70,550 MSRP | — |
| 7 | Platinum $73,550 MSRP | — |
| 8 | MAX Platinum $73,550 MSRP | — |
| 9 | MAX Platinum $76,550 MSRP | — |
| 10 | Tremor $82,400 MSRP | — |
| 11 | King Ranch $82,695 MSRP | — |
| 12 | King Ranch $86,670 MSRP | — |
| 13 | MAX King Ranch $85,695 MSRP | — |
| 14 | MAX King Ranch $89,670 MSRP | — |