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Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKS Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $48,470

Ford Explorer Sport   
Difference: $5,235

Lowest Total Invoice: $44,908

Ford Explorer Sport   
Difference: $5,953

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142014
ModelExplorerMKS
TrimSportBase
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $41,675 $40,690
Base Invoice $38,862 $38,656
Package 401A 4,130  
All-weather floor mats 75 85
Ashtray and lighter (optional) 100 100
Panoramic sunroof 1,595 1,695
Elite Package   3,250
3.5L V6   4,995
AWD   1,995
Package 401A 3,604  
All-weather floor mats 66 78
Ashtray and lighter (optional) 89 91
Panoramic sunroof 1,392 1,543
Elite Package   2,958
3.5L V6   4,745
AWD   1,895
Options (change) 5,900 12,120
Options (change) 5,151 11,310
Destination 895 895
Total Price $48,470 $53,705
Total Invoice $44,908 $50,861

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Sport
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,795
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,472
Model Year20142014
ModelExplorerMKS
TrimSportBase
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine365hp V6365hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/22 MPG17/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12700, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20245/45-20
Total Price$48,470$53,705
Adjustments for Features-5600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$47,910$53,705
Total Invoice$44,908$50,861
Adjustments for Features-5190
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$44,389$50,861

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKS

Model Year20142014
ModelExplorerMKS
TrimSportBase
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Active noise reduction $0
Power liftgate$350 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Hill descent control$250 
Inflatable rear seat belts$200 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Obstacle detection, front $150
Side curtain airbags $350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500 
Terrain selector$200 
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Trailer sway control$25 
Cargo Management 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Roof rails$250 
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents $100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150 
Rear HVAC unit$400 
Rear wiper$175 
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated front side windows $200
Rear spoiler$200 
Wheel-lip moldings$75 
Infotainment 
DVD-compatible player $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Compass $0
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Spotter mirror(s)$50 
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding second row seats$300 
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Massage, driver seat $100
Massage, passenger seat $100
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Stowable third row seats$600 
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Wood trim, alternative type $300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Machined alloy wheels$350 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$8,100$7,540
Value of Feature Adjustments$560$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5190

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See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKS features.

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKS

Model Year20142014
ModelExplorerMKS
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.6 in112.9 in
Length197.1 in205.6 in
Width78.9 in75.9 in
Height70.4 in61.6 in
Curb Weight4,921 lb.4,504 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.19.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in58.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in57.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in55.3 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in38.6 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 ft319.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		43.8 ft319.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		80.7 ft319.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKS specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport

Package 401A
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Inflatable rear seatbelts200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power liftgate350No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Total Requested250078%
Total Not Requested70022%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKS

Elite Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Power-adjustable pedals125Yes
Surround sound250Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Wood trim, alternative type0No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
THX-certified, 700W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested140064%
Total Not Requested77536%
turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
365 hp@5500
350 lb-ft@1500
FeatureValueRequested?
turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
365 hp@5500
350 lb-ft@1500		1000Yes
Polished alloy wheels0No
Active noise reduction0No
245/45VR20 tires400No
Total Requested100071%
Total Not Requested40029%

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