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Acura RL vs. Ford Taurus 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 Taurus Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $43,600 Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| Difference: $7,460 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $39,866 Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| Difference: $6,074 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | RL | Taurus |
| Trim | Base | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $46,680 | $38,155 |
| Base Invoice | $41,935 | $35,025 |
| Technology Package | 3,620 | |
| Navigation system | 1,550 | |
| Package 402A | 3,100 | |
| Technology Package | 3,245 | |
| Navigation system | 1,349 | |
| Package 402A | 2,697 | |
| Options (change) | 3,620 | 4,650 |
| Options (change) | 3,245 | 4,046 |
| Destination | 760 | 795 |
| Total Price | $51,060 | $43,600 |
| Total Invoice | $45,940 | $39,866 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura RL vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,790 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,376 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | RL | Taurus |
| Trim | Base | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 300hp V6 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T5 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 17/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 260, 10 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 255/45-19 |
| Total Price | $51,060 | $43,600 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -330 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $51,060 | $43,270 |
| Total Invoice | $45,940 | $39,866 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -302 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $45,940 | $39,564 |
Features Comparison: Acura RL vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | RL | Taurus |
| Trim | Base | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,340 | $5,670 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $330 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -302 |
Specifications Comparison: Acura RL vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | RL | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 195.8 in | 202.9 in |
| Width | 72.7 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 60.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,083 lb. | 4,415 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.1 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.0 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.3 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Acura RL
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1225 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 11% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 9% |
| Package 402A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1875 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 1275 | 40% |
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