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Audi A8 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 A8 vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $39,490 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $60,585 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,513 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $57,620 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | A8 | A8 | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | A8 L | A8 L W12 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $84,700 | $133,500 | $30,200 | $32,515 |
| Base Invoice | $78,772 | $124,157 | $27,518 | $29,578 |
| Executive Rear Seat Package | 12,500 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,000 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | ||
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 795 | 795 | ||
| Third-row seat | 845 | 845 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 255 | 255 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | ||
| Executive Rear Seat Package | 11,626 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,860 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | ||
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 676 | 676 | ||
| Third-row seat | 718 | 718 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 217 | 217 | ||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | ||
| Options (change) | 14,500 | 0 | 8,645 | 6,945 |
| Options (change) | 13,486 | 0 | 7,350 | 5,905 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 645 | 645 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 1,300 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $100,075 | $135,675 | $39,490 | $40,105 |
| Total Invoice | $93,133 | $126,332 | $35,513 | $36,128 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Audi A8 vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $50,715 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $48,435 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | A8 | A8 | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | A8 L | A8 L W12 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 372hp V8 | 500hp W12 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 630, 14 | 630, 14 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 265/40-20 | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 |
| Total Price | $100,075 | $135,675 | $39,490 | $40,105 |
| Adjustments for Features | -9,870 | -12,095 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $90,205 | $123,580 | $39,490 | $40,105 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $33,375 | $0 | $615 |
| Total Invoice | $93,133 | $126,332 | $35,513 | $36,128 |
| Adjustments for Features | -9,185 | -11,262 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $83,948 | $115,070 | $35,513 | $36,128 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $31,122 | $0 | $615 |
Features Comparison: Audi A8 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | A8 | A8 | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | A8 L | A8 L W12 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | ||
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | $225 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Refrigerated storage compartment | $250 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Ski sack | $50 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof with venting rear panel | $1500 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Massage, second row seats | $150 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Memory system, second row seats | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats | $225 | $225 | ||
| Power footrest, right rear seat | $250 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, second row seats | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Active steering | $1000 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $16,495 | $18,720 | $6,625 | $6,625 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $9,870 | $12,095 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -9,185 | -11,262 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Audi A8 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | A8 | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 122.9 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 207.4 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 76.7 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,454 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.2 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.1 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.1 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 42.9 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 | 13.2 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.2 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.2 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A8 A8 L
| Executive Rear Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Massage, second row seats | 150 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Refrigerated storage compartment | 200 | No |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | 75 | No |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1200 | No |
| Power footrest, right rear seat | 250 | No |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | 100 | No |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Power recliner, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats | 225 | No |
| Memory system, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 19% |
| Total Not Requested | 3275 | 81% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim, expanded coverage | 0 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 875 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 87% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 32% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 875 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 87% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
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