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Ford Explorer vs. Audi A8 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 A8 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $56,755 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| Difference: $48,620 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $54,231 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| Difference: $43,830 | ||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | A8 |
| Trim | Platinum | A8 L |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Base Price | $52,970 | $84,000 |
| Base Invoice | $50,587 | $78,120 |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,995 | |
| Second-row buckets | 695 | |
| Second-row high console | 150 | |
| Premium Package | 2,000 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 3,000 | |
| Executive Rear Seat Package | 12,500 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 300 | |
| Panoramic sunroof with venting rear panel | 1,300 | |
| LED headlights | 1,400 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,895 | |
| Second-row buckets | 660 | |
| Second-row high console | 144 | |
| Premium Package | 1,860 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,790 | |
| Executive Rear Seat Package | 11,626 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 279 | |
| Panoramic sunroof with venting rear panel | 1,209 | |
| LED headlights | 1,302 | |
| Options (change) | 2,840 | 20,500 |
| Options (change) | 2,699 | 19,066 |
| Destination | 945 | 875 |
| Total Price | $56,755 | $105,375 |
| Total Invoice | $54,231 | $98,061 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A8
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $48,635 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $43,844 | ||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | A8 |
| Trim | Platinum | A8 L |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 372hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 17/27 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 500, 12 | 630, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/45-19 |
| Total Price | $56,755 | $105,375 |
| Adjustments for Features | -15 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $56,740 | $105,375 |
| Total Invoice | $54,231 | $98,061 |
| Adjustments for Features | -14 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $54,217 | $98,061 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A8
| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | A8 |
| Trim | Platinum | A8 L |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Refrigerated storage compartment | $250 | |
| 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 dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof with venting rear panel | $1500 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | $200 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Massage, second row seats | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Memory system, second row seats | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats | $225 | |
| Power footrest, right rear seat | $250 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power recliner, second row seats | $150 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $14,710 | $14,695 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $15 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -14 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A8
| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | A8 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 122.9 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 207.4 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 76.7 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 57.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,890 lb. | 4,453 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 23.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 in | 59.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 42.9 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 | 13.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A8 A8 L
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim, expanded coverage | 0 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 60% |
| Executive Rear Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Massage, second row seats | 150 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| Refrigerated storage compartment | 200 | No |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | 75 | No |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1200 | Yes |
| Power footrest, right rear seat | 250 | No |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | 100 | No |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Power recliner, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats | 225 | No |
| Memory system, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 2250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 1775 | 44% |
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