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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: $53,915 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| Difference: $2,120 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $50,814 Acura RL | ||
| Difference: $718 | ||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | RL |
| Trim | Platinum | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $52,970 | $47,200 |
| Base Invoice | $50,587 | $42,801 |
| Advance Package | 7,950 | |
| Advance Package | 7,128 | |
| Options (change) | 0 | 7,950 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 7,128 |
| Destination | 945 | 885 |
| Total Price | $53,915 | $56,035 |
| Total Invoice | $51,532 | $50,814 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura RL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,750 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,531 | ||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | RL |
| Trim | Platinum | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 300hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 500, 12 | 260, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 245/45-18 |
| Total Price | $53,915 | $56,035 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,630 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $45,285 | $56,035 |
| Total Invoice | $51,532 | $50,814 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,249 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,283 | $50,814 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura RL
| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | RL |
| Trim | Platinum | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $15,695 | $7,065 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $8,630 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -8,249 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura RL
| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | RL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 110.2 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 195.8 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 72.7 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 57.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,890 lb. | 4,099 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 19.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 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 | 40.6 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 56.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 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 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Acura RL
| Advance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2475 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 12% |
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