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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: $38,085 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| Difference: $2,000 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,251 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| Difference: $1,827 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | A4 2.0T Avant | A4 3.2 Avant | S4 Avant |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $33,280 | $36,280 | $31,340 | $36,390 | $47,400 |
| Base Invoice | $31,044 | $33,774 | $29,053 | $33,649 | $43,668 |
| Convenience Package | 1,995 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | |
| Navigation and Moon Package | 2,845 | ||||
| Premium Package | 1,850 | 1,050 | 2,900 | ||
| Sunroof | 1,400 | 1,000 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 450 | 450 | 450 | ||
| Tire-pressure monitor | 250 | 250 | 250 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | 350 | 350 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Technology Package | 1,275 | 1,275 | |||
| Bose 215W 10 speakers | 1,000 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 1,696 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,775 | 1,775 | 1,775 | |
| Navigation and Moon Package | 2,418 | ||||
| Premium Package | 1,684 | 956 | 2,639 | ||
| Sunroof | 1,274 | 910 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 410 | 410 | 410 | ||
| Tire-pressure monitor | 228 | 228 | 228 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 319 | 319 | 319 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 455 | 455 | 455 | ||
| Technology Package | 1,160 | 1,160 | |||
| Bose 215W 10 speakers | 910 | ||||
| Options (change) | 3,990 | 2,845 | 8,025 | 6,825 | 7,400 |
| Options (change) | 3,392 | 2,418 | 7,305 | 6,213 | 6,736 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 720 | 720 | 720 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,700 |
| Total Price | $38,085 | $39,940 | $40,085 | $43,935 | $57,220 |
| Total Invoice | $35,251 | $37,007 | $37,078 | $40,582 | $52,824 |
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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: $1,700 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,550 | |||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | A4 2.0T Avant | A4 3.2 Avant | S4 Avant |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 200hp I4 | 255hp V6 | 340hp V8 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | M6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 150, 10 | 150, 10 | 215, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 235/45-17 | 235/45-17 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $38,085 | $39,940 | $40,085 | $43,935 | $57,220 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -850 | -300 | -500 | -750 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,085 | $39,090 | $39,785 | $43,435 | $56,470 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,005 | $0 | $3,650 | $16,685 |
| Total Invoice | $35,251 | $37,007 | $37,078 | $40,582 | $52,824 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -788 | -277 | -462 | -692 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,251 | $36,219 | $36,801 | $40,120 | $52,132 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $968 | $0 | $3,319 | $15,331 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | A4 2.0T Avant | A4 3.2 Avant | S4 Avant |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $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 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $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 | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $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 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $4,620 | $5,470 | $4,920 | $5,120 | $5,370 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $850 | $300 | $500 | $750 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -788 | -277 | -462 | -692 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2010 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 |
| 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 |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| 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 |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 2100 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 24% |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 600 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 90 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation and Moon Package | ||
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 600 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 90 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T Avant
| Sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1800 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 126% |
| Total Not Requested | -125 | -26% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| 235/45HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | 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 | 775 | 49% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 51% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 67% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 A4 3.2 Avant
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 126% |
| Total Not Requested | -125 | -26% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| 235/45HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 575 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 55% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 67% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 S4 Avant
| Bose, 215W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bose, 215W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 64% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 126% |
| Total Not Requested | -125 | -26% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1675 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 21% |
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