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Audi A4 / S4 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.
Audi A4 / S4 vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $44,850 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $1,715 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,338 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $2,038 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 | Explorer |
| Trim | A4 2.0T ultra | A4 2.0T | S4 3.0T | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $36,000 | $40,500 | $51,400 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $33,480 | $37,666 | $47,802 | $35,268 |
| Premium Plus Package | 3,200 | 3,200 | ||
| Navigation and Telematics Package | 3,000 | 3,000 | 2,600 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 190 | 190 | 190 | 75 |
| Cargo net | 80 | 80 | 80 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 800 | 800 | ||
| Sport Package | 750 | 750 | ||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 995 | |||
| Warm Weather Package | 950 | |||
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,500 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 2,976 | 2,976 | ||
| Navigation and Telematics Package | 2,790 | 2,790 | 2,418 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | 536 | 536 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 177 | 177 | 177 | 64 |
| Cargo net | 74 | 74 | 74 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 744 | 744 | ||
| Sport Package | 698 | 698 | ||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | 926 | |||
| Warm Weather Package | 884 | |||
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,825 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |||
| Options (change) | 9,590 | 8,595 | 4,395 | 6,170 |
| Options (change) | 8,921 | 7,995 | 4,089 | 5,245 |
| Destination | 975 | 975 | 975 | 825 |
| Total Price | $46,565 | $50,070 | $56,770 | $44,850 |
| Total Invoice | $43,376 | $46,636 | $52,866 | $41,338 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A4 / S4 vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,990 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,213 | ||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 | Explorer |
| Trim | A4 2.0T ultra | A4 2.0T | S4 3.0T | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 190hp I4 | 252hp I4 | 354hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | S7 | S7 | T8 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 755, 19 | 755, 19 | 755, 19 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/40-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $46,565 | $50,070 | $56,770 | $44,850 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,400 | -2,225 | -1,275 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,565 | $48,670 | $54,545 | $43,575 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,105 | $7,980 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $43,376 | $46,636 | $52,866 | $41,338 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,304 | -2,072 | -1,175 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,376 | $45,332 | $50,794 | $40,163 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,956 | $7,418 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Audi A4 / S4 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 | Explorer |
| Trim | A4 2.0T ultra | A4 2.0T | S4 3.0T | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |||
| Vehicle exit assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Carbon fiber rear spoiler | $300 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| CD player, remote | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,705 | $9,105 | $9,930 | $8,980 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,400 | $2,225 | $1,275 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,304 | -2,072 | -1,175 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A4 / S4 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | A4 / S4 | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 111.0 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 186.1 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 72.5 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 56.2 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,451 lb. | 4,558 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.9 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.9 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.4 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.5 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.7 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.0 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.0 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T ultra
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| 245/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Vehicle exit assist | 25 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 755W, 19 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 1975 | 57% |
| Navigation and Telematics Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 640 | 39% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| 245/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Vehicle exit assist | 25 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 755W, 19 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 1975 | 57% |
| Navigation and Telematics Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 640 | 39% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T
| Navigation and Telematics Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 440 | 32% |
| Warm Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2225 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 1950 | 47% |
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