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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: $36,780 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $3,395 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,832 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $3,586 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 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 | $31,615 | $35,550 | $33,025 | $49,610 |
| Base Invoice | $29,319 | $32,901 | $30,713 | $46,137 |
| Convenience Package | 995 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | 2,100 | 1,950 |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | ||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 500 | 500 | ||
| Convenience Package | 2,100 | 2,125 | ||
| S Line Package | 1,200 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | |||
| Convenience Package | 846 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | 1,953 | 1,813 |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | 443 | ||
| iPod integration | 0 | 0 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 466 | 466 | ||
| Convenience Package | 1,953 | 1,977 | ||
| S Line Package | 1,115 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 325 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,350 | 2,845 | 6,375 | 5,400 |
| Options (change) | 3,698 | 2,419 | 5,930 | 5,024 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 775 | 775 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,700 |
| Total Price | $36,780 | $39,210 | $40,175 | $57,485 |
| Total Invoice | $33,832 | $36,135 | $37,418 | $53,636 |
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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: $2,405 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,664 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 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) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 150, 10 | 215, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 235/40-18 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $36,780 | $39,210 | $40,175 | $57,485 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,750 | -990 | -1,390 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,780 | $37,460 | $39,185 | $56,095 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $680 | $0 | $16,910 |
| Total Invoice | $33,832 | $36,135 | $37,418 | $53,636 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,613 | -922 | -1,297 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,832 | $34,522 | $36,496 | $52,339 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $690 | $0 | $15,843 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 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 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | ||
| Ski sack | $50 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| 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 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| 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 | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $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 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver 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 height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $5,005 | $6,755 | $5,995 | $6,395 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,750 | $990 | $1,390 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,613 | -922 | -1,297 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4 / RS4
| Model Year | 2009 | 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
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | 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 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 9% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 465 | 44% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 16% |
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 | No |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 115% |
| Total Not Requested | -100 | -15% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | 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 |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 41% |
| Total Not Requested | 1050 | 59% |
| S Line Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| 235/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 / RS4 S4 Avant
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 120% |
| Total Not Requested | -100 | -20% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bose, 215W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 575 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 58% |
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