Ford Expedition vs Mercedes-Benz ML350
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350
Overview
| Spec | Ford ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet | Mercedes-Benz ML350ML 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | MAX XL Fleet | ML 350 |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | four wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2015 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet | Mercedes-Benz ML350ML 350 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $62,425 | $48,300 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $70,386 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $86,019 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $86,321 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 7 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet | Mercedes-Benz ML350ML 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 18 MPG | 20 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 15 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 22 MPG | 24 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 27.8 gal (best) | 24.6 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Ford ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet | Mercedes-Benz ML350ML 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | — | 302 hp (best) |
| Torque | — | 273 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 3.5 L | 3.5 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet | Mercedes-Benz ML350ML 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 8 seats (best) | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 37.4 cu ft | 80.3 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | 9,600 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 5,796 lbs (best) | — |
| Ground clearance | 8.7 in (best) | — |
| Wheelbase | 131.5 in (best) | 114.8 in |
| Length | 221.7 in (best) | 189.1 in |
| Width | 80 in | 84.3 in (best) |
| Height | 77.9 in (best) | 70.7 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford ExpeditionMAX XL Fleet | Mercedes-Benz ML350ML 350 |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 2 (best) | 5 |
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 ML350 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | MAX XL Fleet $62,425 MSRP(Currently comparing) | ML 350 $48,300 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Active $63,600 MSRP | ML 350 4MATIC $50,800 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 | — |
Live inventory
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Ford Expedition vs Mercedes-Benz ML350 FAQ
- Which is better: 2027 Ford Expedition or 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Ford Expedition vs 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2027 Ford Expedition or 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350 starts lower at $48,300. Live Ford Expedition listings start at $70,386.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Ford Expedition or 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350?
- The 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350 leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (48,300).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Ford Expedition or 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350?
- The 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (20).
- Which has better horsepower: 2027 Ford Expedition or 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350?
- The 2027 Ford Expedition leads on horsepower in this comparison (440).
- Which has better seats: 2027 Ford Expedition or 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350?
- The 2027 Ford Expedition leads on seats in this comparison (8).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Ford Expedition or 2015 Mercedes-Benz ML350?
- The 2027 Ford Expedition leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (9,600).