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Ford Explorer vs. Acura TLX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer vs. Acura TLX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $49,445

Ford Explorer Sport   
Difference: $5,850

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20142022
ModelExplorerTLX
TrimSportType S
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $41,675 $53,700
Package 401A 4,130  
Adaptive cruise control 1,150  
Panoramic sunroof 1,595  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   500
Package 401A 3,604  
Adaptive cruise control 1,004  
Panoramic sunroof 1,392  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   0
Options (change) 6,875 500
Options (change) 6,000 0
Destination 895 1,095
Total Price $49,445 $55,295

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura TLX

Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Sport
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Acura TLX Type S
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,305
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $44,712
Model Year20142022
ModelExplorerTLX
TrimSportType S
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine365hp V6355hp V6
TransmissionT6T10
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/22 MPG19/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12710, 17
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20255/35-20
Total Price$49,445$55,295
Adjustments for Features0-2,545
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$49,445$52,750

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura TLX

Model Year20142022
ModelExplorerTLX
TrimSportType S
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
10-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1500
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Active noise reduction $0
Adaptive cruise control$600 
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850
Electronic engine sound enhancement $0
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power liftgate$350 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote app $25
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Curve control$50 
Driver drowsiness monitor $150
Hill descent control$250 
Inflatable rear seat belts$200 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Lane departure warning $200
Lane keeping assist $400
Obstacle detection, front $150
Pedestrian detection $50
Safety key$5 
Side curtain airbags $350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Terrain selector$200 
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100
Trailer sway control$25 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Roof rails$250 
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 
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential $500
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable $500
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Front splitter spoiler $200
Painted brake calipers (optional) $0
Panoramic sunroof$1200 
Sunroof $900
Wheel-lip moldings$75 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Alexa integration $0
Android Auto support $100
Apple CarPlay support $100
CD player$125 
In-vehicle Internet $150
MP3-compatible player$50 
Navigation map updates, three years $0
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25 
SD Card slot$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic + travel information$25 
Traffic information $25
Voice control for external devices$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0 
Wireless charging station $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Boost gauge $75
Compass $0
Fog lights$125 
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250 
LED headlights $1000
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Performance meter $150
Road sign information $75
Spotter mirror(s)$50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Door sill trim plates $100
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Metal pedals $75
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 seatback bolsters, driver seat $100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100
Stowable third row seats$600 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Upholstered door armrests (optional) $0
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options $0
Alloy wheels $350
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Machined alloy wheels$350 
Wheels, dark finish $0
Total Value of Features$10,920$13,465
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,545
Value of Feature Adjustments0-50

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Acura TLX

Model Year20142022
ModelExplorerTLX
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.6 in113.0 in
Length197.1 in194.6 in
Width78.9 in75.2 in
Height70.4 in56.4 in
Curb Weight4,921 lb.4,221 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.15.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in37.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in58.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in55.8 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in36.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in54.6 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in34.9 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.0 ft313.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.8 ft313.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.7 ft313.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport

Package 401A
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Inflatable rear seatbelts200No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power liftgate350No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Total Requested232573%
Total Not Requested87527%

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