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Acura RL 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 RL vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $41,735 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $8,880 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,263 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $7,257 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | RL | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $46,280 | $31,615 | $35,550 |
| Base Invoice | $41,560 | $29,319 | $32,901 |
| Technology Package | 3,620 | ||
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| AWD | 2,320 | 2,320 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | 630 | |
| Technology Package | 3,245 | ||
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| AWD | 2,112 | 2,112 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | 536 | |
| Options (change) | 3,620 | 9,305 | 7,105 |
| Options (change) | 3,245 | 8,129 | 6,259 |
| Destination | 715 | 815 | 815 |
| Total Price | $50,615 | $41,735 | $43,470 |
| Total Invoice | $45,520 | $38,263 | $39,975 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura RL vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,855 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,335 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | RL | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T5 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/24 MPG | 13/19 MPG | 13/19 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 260, 10 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/50-17 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $50,615 | $41,735 | $43,470 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,025 | 0 | -1,500 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $49,590 | $41,735 | $41,970 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $235 |
| Total Invoice | $45,520 | $38,263 | $39,975 |
| Adjustments for Features | -922 | 0 | -1,379 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,598 | $38,263 | $38,596 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $333 |
Features Comparison: Acura RL vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | RL | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | ||
| 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 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim, alternative type | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,655 | $6,630 | $8,130 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,025 | $0 | $1,500 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -922 | 0 | -1,379 |
Specifications Comparison: Acura RL vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 |
| Model | RL | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 193.6 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,012 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.1 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.3 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.1 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Acura RL
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Wood trim, alternative type | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 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% |
| 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 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 43% |
| 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 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 37% |
| 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 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 6% |
| 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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