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Ford Explorer vs. Acura TLX 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 TLX Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $37,755 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $5,095 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,086 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $6,638 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | TLX | TLX |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | V6 | V6 A-Spec |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,200 | $32,515 | $36,200 | $42,800 |
| Base Invoice | $27,518 | $29,578 | $34,374 | $40,626 |
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | |||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 255 | 255 | ||
| Technology Package | 3,700 | |||
| AWD | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | |||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,068 | 1,068 | ||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 217 | 217 | ||
| Technology Package | 3,505 | |||
| AWD | 1,895 | 1,895 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,910 | 5,210 | 5,700 | 2,000 |
| Options (change) | 5,923 | 4,478 | 5,400 | 1,895 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 950 | 950 |
| Total Price | $37,755 | $38,370 | $42,850 | $45,750 |
| Total Invoice | $34,086 | $34,701 | $40,724 | $43,471 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura TLX
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Acura TLX V6 | ||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,460 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $408 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | TLX | TLX |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | V6 | V6 A-Spec |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | T9 | T9 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 15/21 MPG | 15/21 MPG | 21/30 MPG | 21/30 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 290, 7 | 290, 7 | 490, 10 | 490, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 | 225/50-18 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $37,755 | $38,370 | $42,850 | $45,750 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -6,555 | -7,805 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,755 | $38,370 | $36,295 | $37,945 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $0 | $1,650 |
| Total Invoice | $34,086 | $34,701 | $40,724 | $43,471 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -6,230 | -7,416 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,086 | $34,701 | $34,494 | $36,055 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $0 | $1,561 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura TLX
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | TLX | TLX |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | V6 | V6 A-Spec |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | $0 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wide-view rear camera | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | $500 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | ||
| 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 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Wheels, dark finish | $0 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,175 | $4,175 | $10,730 | $11,980 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $6,555 | $7,805 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -6,230 | -7,416 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura TLX
| Model Year | 2006 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | TLX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 109.3 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 191.7 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 57.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,531 lb. | 3,765 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 17.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 57.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 36.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 34.5 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 | 14.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 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% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Acura TLX V6
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Active rear differential | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Upgraded floor mats | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| ELS, 490W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1490 | 50% |
Option Package Details
Acura TLX V6 A-Spec
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Active rear differential | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 100% |
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