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Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKZ Price Comparison

Ford Explorer vs Lincoln MKZ Price Comparison:
Ford Explorer vs Lincoln MKZ Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKZ price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Explorer vs. MKZ Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Explorer and MKZ will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Ford Explorer Limited's price is $410 lower than the Lincoln MKZ's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Explorer vs. MKZ Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Ford Explorer Limited, the Lincoln MKZ includes additional features worth $0. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, after a $5865 adjustment for the Ford Explorer Limited's additional features, the Ford Explorer Limited is $410 less than the Lincoln MKZ.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKZ

Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Limited
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Lincoln MKZ
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 410
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 63
Model Year20122009
ModelExplorerMKZ
TrimLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine290hp V6300hp V6
TransmissionT6A6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/23 MPG17/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers390, 12?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20225/50-17
Total Price45,19539,740
Adjustments for Features-5,8650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price39,33039,740
Total Invoice41,75236,271
Adjustments for Features-5,4180
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice36,33436,271

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Invoice Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKZ

Price Comparison (MSRP): Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKZ

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Lowest Total Price: Lincoln MKZ
Difference: 5,455
Lowest Total Invoice: Lincoln MKZ
Difference: 5,481
Model Year20122009
ModelExplorerMKZ
TrimLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price37,85532,695
Base Invoice35,26830,021
Package 301A2,250 
All-weather floor mats7575
Polished alloy wheels595 
AWD2,0001,890
Panoramic sunroof1,595 
Navigation system 1,895
Remote start 295
Sunroof 1,200
Chrome-plated alloy wheels 895
Package 301A 0
All-weather floor mats 65
Polished alloy wheels 0
AWD 1,701
Panoramic sunroof 0
Navigation system 1,630
Remote start 257
Sunroof 1,032
Chrome-plated alloy wheels 770
Total options6,5156,250
Total options5,6595,455
Destination825795
Total Price45,19539,740
Total Invoice41,75236,271

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Ford Explorer

Price of the Ford Explorer: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
20064dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed automatic RWD		With discounts it is very reasonably priced for what you get.
20064dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed automatic RWD		Lots of car for the money.
20054dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range		Great value. Bad for Ford, great for us.
20044dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range		With the incentives, buying this SUV felt like I was getting a huge bargain. By my 5th year of ownership, I felt like I got ripped off based on the cost to maintain this vehicle.
Price of the Ford Explorer: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
20024dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range		Too expensive in the market compared to more reliable trucks available like Honda Pilots.

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKZ

Model Year20122009
ModelExplorerMKZ
TrimLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed automatic $1000
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Power liftgate$350 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key$250 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Curve control$50 
Hill descent control$250 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor$100 
Safety key$25 
Side curtain airbags $350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500 
Trailer sway control$25 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Roof rails$250 
Climate Control and Infotainment 
App support$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
HD radio$100 
In-vehicle Internet capability$175 
Navigation, turn-by-turn$50 
Rear air vents with manual controls$150 
Rear HVAC unit$400 
Rear wiper$175 
SD Card slot$25 
Surround sound$250 
Traffic + travel information$50 
WIFI hotspot capability$125 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Rear spoiler$200 
Sunroof $900
Wheel-lip moldings$75 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Compass $25
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Reconfigurable LCD instruments$300 
Spotter mirrors$40 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Power-stowing third row seats$1000 
Tailgating position, third row seats$50 
Wood trim $300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Chrome-plated alloy wheels $900
Polished alloy wheels$700 
Total Value of Features$11,630$5,765
Value of Feature Adjustments$5,865$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5,4180

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKZ

Model Year20122009
ModelExplorerMKZ
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.6 in107.4 in
Length197.1 in190.5 in
Width78.9 in72.2 in
Height70.4 in55.9 in
Curb Weight4,731 lb.3,739 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.18.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in38.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in54.1 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in56.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in53.6 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in37.0 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.0 ft315.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		43.8 ft315.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		80.7 ft315.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Limited

Package 301A
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Cooled front seats300Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power liftgate350No
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Voice control for nav and audio50Yes
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Total Requested110058%
Total Not Requested80042%

Option Package Details

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio50Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%

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What Our Members Are Saying about Ford Explorer Materials and Workmanship

Available Features of the Ford Explorer: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 The interior and exterior finishes are of a luxury styling. More akin to a BMW or Mercedes. Great leather perferated seats. Everything about the workmanship says sturdy and long lasting.
Materials and Workmanship of the Ford Explorer: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2004 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 Constant problems, failed transmission and drivetrain, junk!
2002 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range		 Cheap parts.

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What Our Members Are Saying about Lincoln MKZ Materials and Workmanship

Available Features of the Lincoln MKZ: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Excellent.

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