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Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4 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 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,680 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $6,020 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,011 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $5,905 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | A4 2.0T | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $29,245 | $32,395 | $32,500 | $47,300 |
| Base Invoice | $27,273 | $30,178 | $30,227 | $43,990 |
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | ||
| Audiophile Package | 510 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 295 | 550 | 550 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 4,300 | |||
| Navigation Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | ||
| Audiophile Package | 433 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 251 | 511 | 511 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | |||
| Premium Plus Package | 4,000 | |||
| Navigation Package | 1,860 | 1,860 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | 443 | ||
| Options (change) | 4,650 | 2,555 | 7,325 | 3,025 |
| Options (change) | 3,953 | 2,172 | 6,814 | 2,814 |
| Destination | 785 | 785 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $34,680 | $35,735 | $40,700 | $51,200 |
| Total Invoice | $32,011 | $33,135 | $37,916 | $47,679 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,780 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,681 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | A4 2.0T | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 211hp I4 | 333hp V6 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | CVT-8 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $34,680 | $35,735 | $40,700 | $51,200 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -250 | -240 | -1,590 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,680 | $35,485 | $40,460 | $49,610 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $805 | $0 | $9,150 |
| Total Invoice | $32,011 | $33,135 | $37,916 | $47,679 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -232 | -224 | -1,481 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,011 | $32,903 | $37,692 | $46,198 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $892 | $0 | $8,506 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | A4 2.0T | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $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 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $4,190 | $4,440 | $4,430 | $5,780 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $250 | $240 | $1,590 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -232 | -224 | -1,481 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 185.2 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.9 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 56.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,591 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 55.5 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 | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 35.2 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 | 12.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 10% |
| Audiophile Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 250 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| 245/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1550 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 49% |
| Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 5% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
| Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 5% |
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