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Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 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. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,375 Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 A4 2.0T Avant Special Edition | ||||
| Difference: $260 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,086 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $798 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | A4 / S4 / RS4 | A4 / S4 / RS4 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | A4 2.0T Avant Special Edition | S4 Avant |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $30,200 | $32,515 | $33,025 | $49,610 |
| Base Invoice | $27,518 | $29,578 | $30,713 | $46,137 |
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | |||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Cargo cover | 80 | 80 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 2,100 | 1,950 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 255 | 255 | 350 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | 0 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | ||
| Convenience Package | 2,125 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | |||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||
| Cargo cover | 68 | 68 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | 1,953 | 1,813 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 217 | 217 | 325 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | 0 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | 443 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,977 | |||
| Options (change) | 5,790 | 4,090 | 2,575 | 4,900 |
| Options (change) | 4,923 | 3,478 | 2,396 | 4,558 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 775 | 775 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,700 |
| Total Price | $36,635 | $37,250 | $36,375 | $56,985 |
| Total Invoice | $33,086 | $33,701 | $33,884 | $53,170 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $345 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,344 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | A4 / S4 / RS4 | A4 / S4 / RS4 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | A4 2.0T Avant Special Edition | S4 Avant |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 200hp I4 | 340hp V8 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 290, 7 | 290, 7 | 150, 10 | 215, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 | 235/45-17 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $36,635 | $37,250 | $36,375 | $56,985 |
| Adjustments for Features | -605 | -605 | 0 | -1,925 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,030 | $36,645 | $36,375 | $55,060 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $0 | $18,685 |
| Total Invoice | $33,086 | $33,701 | $33,884 | $53,170 |
| Adjustments for Features | -546 | -547 | 0 | -1,796 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,540 | $33,154 | $33,884 | $51,374 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $614 | $0 | $17,490 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | A4 / S4 / RS4 | A4 / S4 / RS4 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | A4 2.0T Avant Special Edition | S4 Avant |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Ski sack | $50 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,075 | $5,075 | $4,470 | $6,395 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $605 | $605 | $0 | $1,925 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -546 | -547 | 0 | -1,796 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 / RS4 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 104.3 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 180.6 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 69.8 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 56.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,672 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 16.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 34.3 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 | 27.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 27.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 59.0 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 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 20% |
| 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
Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 A4 2.0T Avant Special Edition
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 4% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 S4 Avant
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 475 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 5% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bose, 215W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 575 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 58% |
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