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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: $41,245 Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Difference: $730 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,230 Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Difference: $875 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Limited | A4 2.0T | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $37,535 | $35,500 | $48,400 |
| Base Invoice | $34,952 | $33,017 | $45,012 |
| Navigation system | 795 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | 495 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,900 | 2,900 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 2,100 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | |
| Navigation system | 676 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | 421 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | ||
| Technology Package | 2,698 | 2,698 | |
| Premium Plus Package | 1,954 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 511 | 511 | |
| Options (change) | 2,885 | 5,550 | 3,450 |
| Options (change) | 2,453 | 5,163 | 3,209 |
| Destination | 825 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $41,245 | $41,975 | $52,775 |
| Total Invoice | $38,230 | $39,105 | $49,146 |
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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: $3,045 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,021 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Limited | A4 2.0T | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 220hp I4 | 333hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | CVT-8 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 245/40-18 | 245/40-18 |
| Total Price | $41,245 | $41,975 | $52,775 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,315 | 0 | -1,350 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,930 | $41,975 | $51,425 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $9,450 |
| Total Invoice | $38,230 | $39,105 | $49,146 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,146 | 0 | -1,257 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,084 | $39,105 | $47,889 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $8,784 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Limited | A4 2.0T | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| USB port | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,870 | $4,555 | $5,905 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,315 | $0 | $1,350 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,146 | 0 | -1,257 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 185.1 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 71.9 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 56.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,579 lb. | 3,510 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 40.0 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 | 37.5 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 | 12.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 13% |
| Premium Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| 245/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 45% |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 13% |
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