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Ford Explorer vs. Acura MDX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer vs. Acura MDX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $48,355

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $7,095

Lowest Total Invoice: $44,410

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $6,896

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112012
ModelExplorerMDX
TrimLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $37,535 $43,030
Base Invoice $34,952 $39,863
Package 302A 4,305  
AWD 2,000  
Panoramic sunroof 1,595  
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 2,095  
Advance Package   9,625
Entertainment Package   1,900
Package 302A 3,659  
AWD 1,820  
Panoramic sunroof 1,356  
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,798  
Advance Package   8,809
Entertainment Package   1,739
Options (change) 9,995 11,525
Options (change) 8,633 10,548
Destination 825 895
Total Price $48,355 $55,450
Total Invoice $44,410 $51,306

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura MDX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,210
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,838
Model Year20112012
ModelExplorerMDX
TrimLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine290hp V6300hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/23 MPG16/21 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12410, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20255/50-19
Total Price$48,355$55,450
Adjustments for Features-2,1150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$46,240$55,450
Total Invoice$44,410$51,306
Adjustments for Features-1,9420
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$42,468$51,306

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura MDX

Model Year20112012
ModelExplorerMDX
TrimLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key$250 
Remote start$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Semi-automated parking system$500 
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
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Curve control$50 
Hill descent control$250 
Obstacle detection, rear$250 
Safety key$5 
Terrain selector$200 
Trailer sway control$25 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Roof rails$250 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250
Rear air vents with manual controls$150 
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250 
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Sunroof $900
Wheel-lip moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
DVD-Audio-compatible player $0
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens$1200 
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted $1000
HD radio$50 
Media drive $15
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25 
SD Card slot$25 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Spotter mirror(s)$50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding third row seats $600
Heated second row seats $200
Leather door panel trim $250
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power-stowing third row seats$1000 
Tailgating position, third row seats$50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$9,820$7,705
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,115$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,9420

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See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer vs. Acura MDX features.

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura MDX

Model Year20112012
ModelExplorerMDX
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.6 in108.3 in
Length197.1 in191.6 in
Width78.9 in78.5 in
Height70.4 in68.2 in
Curb Weight4,752 lb.4,550 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.21.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in61.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in59.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in38.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in61.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in59.1 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in38.7 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in37.5 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in57.1 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in42.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in29.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.0 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		43.8 ft342.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		80.7 ft383.5 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer vs. Acura MDX specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Package 302A
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power liftgate350Yes
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested287572%
Total Not Requested110028%

Option Package Details
Acura MDX

Advance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Adaptive shocks - electrical500No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
255/50HR19 tires400No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Navigation system600Yes
CD player125Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Surround sound250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
USB port25Yes
ELS, 410W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested227557%
Total Not Requested171543%
Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted1000Yes
Heated second row seats200No
AC power outlet100Yes
Total Requested110085%
Total Not Requested20015%

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