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Ford Explorer vs. Acura RL 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.
Ford Explorer vs. Acura RL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,835 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $10,160 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,061 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $8,214 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | RL |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $29,245 | $32,395 | $46,280 |
| Base Invoice | $27,273 | $30,178 | $41,560 |
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| AWD | 2,320 | 2,325 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | 630 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| AWD | 2,111 | 2,117 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | 536 | |
| Options (change) | 6,805 | 4,825 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 6,003 | 4,321 | 0 |
| Destination | 785 | 785 | 715 |
| Total Price | $36,835 | $38,005 | $46,995 |
| Total Invoice | $34,061 | $35,284 | $42,275 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura RL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,070 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,233 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | RL |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/19 MPG | 13/19 MPG | 16/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 4 | 190, 7 | 260, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 245/50-17 |
| Total Price | $36,835 | $38,005 | $46,995 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -450 | -1,090 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,835 | $37,555 | $45,905 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $720 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $34,061 | $35,284 | $42,275 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -418 | -981 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,061 | $34,866 | $41,294 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $805 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura RL
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | RL |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $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 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| 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 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $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 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| 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 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,090 | $6,540 | $7,180 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $450 | $1,090 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -418 | -981 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura RL
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | RL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 110.2 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 193.6 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,706 lb. | 4,012 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 19.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 36.3 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | 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 |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 25% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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