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Acura MDX vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Acura MDX vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $44,985 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $16,290 | |||
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| Model Year | 2020 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | MDX | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Advance | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $56,250 | $31,615 | $35,550 |
| AWD | 2,000 | 2,320 | 2,320 |
| Entertainment Package | 2,000 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | 695 | ||
| Third-row seat | 875 | ||
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | 630 | |
| AWD | 1,874 | 2,112 | 2,112 |
| Entertainment Package | 1,874 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | 591 | ||
| Third-row seat | 744 | ||
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Remote start | 327 | 327 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | 536 | |
| Options (change) | 4,000 | 12,555 | 8,785 |
| Options (change) | 3,748 | 10,892 | 7,687 |
| Destination | 1,025 | 815 | 815 |
| Total Price | $61,275 | $44,985 | $45,150 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura MDX vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Acura MDX Advance | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,050 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $36,991 | |||
| Model Year | 2020 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | MDX | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Advance | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 290hp I6 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T9 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/26 MPG | 13/19 MPG | 13/19 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 546, 12 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $61,275 | $44,985 | $45,150 |
| Adjustments for Features | -9,475 | 0 | -400 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $51,800 | $44,985 | $44,750 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $235 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Acura MDX vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2020 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | MDX | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Advance | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |
| Display key | $50 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | ||
| Wide-view rear camera | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Additional screen for entertainment system | $200 | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| HDMI port | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Coordinated climate control, front seats | $0 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $15,865 | $6,390 | $6,790 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $9,475 | $0 | $400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -738 | 0 | -367 |
Specifications Comparison: Acura MDX vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2020 | 2009 |
| Model | MDX | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 196.2 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 77.2 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 67.4 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,246 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.1 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.1 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.5 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.3 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.1 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 57.8 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.6 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 35.6 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.6 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 28.1 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 38.4 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.4 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Acura MDX Advance
| Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1000 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Additional screen for entertainment system | 200 | No |
| HDMI port | 25 | No |
| ELS, 546W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 44% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Rear HVAC unit | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 825 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 15% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 9% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 715 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 33% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | -250 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 715 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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