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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: $50,800 Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T Avant | ||
| Difference: $370 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $47,310 Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T Avant | ||
| Difference: $38 | ||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Sport | A4 2.0T Avant |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $43,100 | $36,300 |
| Base Invoice | $40,191 | $33,760 |
| Package 401A | 4,300 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,150 | 2,100 |
| Cargo cover | 130 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Sport Package | 1,450 | |
| Prestige Package | 9,100 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | |
| Package 401A | 3,752 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,004 | 1,954 |
| Cargo cover | 114 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | |
| Sport Package | 1,348 | |
| Prestige Package | 8,464 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 466 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | |
| Options (change) | 7,175 | 13,625 |
| Options (change) | 6,262 | 12,675 |
| Destination | 895 | 875 |
| Total Price | $51,170 | $50,800 |
| Total Invoice | $47,348 | $47,310 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Sport | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,495 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,613 | ||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Sport | A4 2.0T Avant |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 211hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 18/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 505, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $51,170 | $50,800 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,865 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,305 | $50,800 |
| Total Invoice | $47,348 | $47,310 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,651 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,697 | $47,310 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2015 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Sport | A4 2.0T Avant |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| 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 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| 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 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,095 | $6,230 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,865 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,651 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2015 | 2011 |
| 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 | 4,921 lb. | 3,757 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 Sport
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 2075 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 1075 | 34% |
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% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/35YR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 32% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 68% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| 245/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| 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 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 3325 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 1765 | 35% |
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