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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: $44,395 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $4,205 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,907 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $4,350 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Limited | A4 2.0T Avant |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $37,535 | $34,850 |
| Base Invoice | $34,952 | $32,410 |
| Package 302A | 4,305 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Prestige Package | 7,850 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,100 | |
| Navigation system | 2,500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | |
| Package 302A | 3,659 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Prestige Package | 7,300 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,953 | |
| Navigation system | 2,326 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | |
| Options (change) | 6,035 | 12,925 |
| Options (change) | 5,130 | 12,022 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $44,395 | $48,600 |
| Total Invoice | $40,907 | $45,257 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,370 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,345 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Limited | A4 2.0T Avant |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 211hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 505, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 245/45-17 |
| Total Price | $44,395 | $48,600 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,165 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,230 | $48,600 |
| Total Invoice | $40,907 | $45,257 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,995 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,912 | $45,257 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Limited | A4 2.0T Avant |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,530 | $4,365 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,165 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,995 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 185.2 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 71.9 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,579 lb. | 3,711 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 40.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 35.2 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 17.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 17.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 50.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 2575 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 35% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T Avant
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| 245/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 250 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3190 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 1350 | 30% |
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