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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: $43,070 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $6,845 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $39,945 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $4,582 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | RL |
| Trim | Limited | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $37,855 | $49,300 |
| Base Invoice | $35,268 | $43,912 |
| Navigation system | 795 | |
| AWD | 2,000 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Navigation system | 676 | |
| AWD | 1,820 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Options (change) | 4,390 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 3,852 | 0 |
| Destination | 825 | 615 |
| Total Price | $43,070 | $49,915 |
| Total Invoice | $39,945 | $44,527 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura RL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,510 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,054 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | RL |
| Trim | Limited | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/23 MPG | 18/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 260, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 245/50-17 |
| Total Price | $43,070 | $49,915 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,665 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,405 | $49,915 |
| Total Invoice | $39,945 | $44,527 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,472 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,473 | $44,527 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura RL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | RL |
| Trim | Limited | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $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 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,980 | $7,315 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,665 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,472 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura RL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | RL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 110.2 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 193.6 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,731 lb. | 4,012 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 19.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 36.3 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
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