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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: $51,150 Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T Avant | ||
| Difference: $2,895 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $47,635 Audi A4 / S4 A4 2.0T Avant | ||
| Difference: $4,021 | ||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Platinum | A4 2.0T Avant |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $52,970 | $36,300 |
| Base Invoice | $50,587 | $33,760 |
| Cargo cover | 130 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,100 | |
| Prestige Package | 9,100 | |
| Sport Package | 1,450 | |
| Wood trim | 350 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | |
| Cargo cover | 124 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,954 | |
| Prestige Package | 8,464 | |
| Sport Package | 1,348 | |
| Wood trim | 325 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 466 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 443 | |
| Options (change) | 130 | 13,975 |
| Options (change) | 124 | 13,000 |
| Destination | 945 | 875 |
| Total Price | $54,045 | $51,150 |
| Total Invoice | $51,656 | $47,635 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,085 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,606 | ||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Platinum | 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) | 500, 12 | 505, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 245/45-17 |
| Total Price | $54,045 | $51,150 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,980 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,065 | $51,150 |
| Total Invoice | $51,656 | $47,635 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,627 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,029 | $47,635 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | Platinum | 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 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| 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 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| 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 headlights | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $13,710 | $5,730 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $7,980 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -7,627 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | A4 / S4 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 185.2 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 71.9 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 56.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,890 lb. | 3,757 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 40.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 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 | 40.6 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 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 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 17.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 17.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 50.5 ft3 |
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% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| 245/40HR18 tires | 400 | 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 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 250 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 4000 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 1090 | 21% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/35YR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 55% |
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