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Ford Explorer vs. Audi R8 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer vs. Audi R8 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,890

Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer   
Difference: $85,260

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,602

Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer   
Difference: $80,369

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620062009
ModelExplorerExplorerR8
TrimEddie BauerLimited4.2
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Coupe
Base Price $30,200 $32,515 $114,200
Base Invoice $27,518 $29,578 $106,206
Luxury Package 1,700    
Ultimate Convenience Group 350 350  
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces 0    
Navigation system 1,995 1,995 2,000
Metallic paint (extra cost)     650
Luxury Package 1,445    
Ultimate Convenience Group 298 298  
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces 0    
Navigation system 1,696 1,696 1,860
Metallic paint (extra cost)     605
Options (change) 4,045 2,345 2,650
Options (change) 3,439 1,994 2,465
Destination 645 645 1,200
Gas Tax 0 0 2,100
Total Price $34,890 $35,505 $120,150
Total Invoice $31,602 $32,217 $111,971

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi R8

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $84,265
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $79,442
Model Year200620062009
ModelExplorerExplorerR8
TrimEddie BauerLimited4.2
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Coupe
Engine210hp V6210hp V6420hp V8
TransmissionA5A5M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)290, 7290, 7140, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/65-17245/65-17235/35-19
Total Price$34,890$35,505$120,150
Adjustments for Features00-995
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,890$35,505$119,155
Cost Above Minimum$0$615$0
Total Invoice$31,602$32,217$111,971
Adjustments for Features00-927
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,602$32,217$111,044
Cost Above Minimum$0$615$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi R8

Model Year200620062009
ModelExplorerExplorerR8
TrimEddie BauerLimited4.2
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900$900 
6-speed manual  $150
RWD$0$0 
AWD  $1700
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Power rear side windows$200$200 
Power-adjustable pedals$125$125 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist  $50
Knee airbag, driver  $75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75
Cargo Management 
Class II trailer hitch$200$200 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Roof rails$250$250 
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125$125 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Interior air filter  $0
Rain-sensing wipers  $175
Rear air vents$100$100 
Rear wiper$175$175 
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75 
Engine / Motor 
Mid-engine configuration  $0
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Bright-finished fuel door  $100
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275 
Retractable rear spoiler  $400
Running boards$350$350 
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
Satellite radio  $200
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog lights$125$125 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Visor mirror, driver  $10
Visor mirror, passenger  $10
Xenon HID headlights  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300$300 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Memory system, driver seat$200$200 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 $0
Upholstered instrument panel  $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500
All-terrain tires$0$0 
Alloy wheels$350 $350
Polished alloy wheels $350 
White-letter tires$0$0 
Transmission 
Launch control  $100
Total Value of Features$4,500$4,500$5,495
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$995
Value of Feature Adjustments00-927

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi R8

Model Year20062009
ModelExplorerR8
Body4dr SUV2dr Coupe
Wheelbase113.7 in104.3 in
Length193.4 in174.5 in
Width73.7 in75.0 in
Height72.8 in49.3 in
Curb Weight4,441 lb.3,606 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.23.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in54.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.1 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in0.0 in
Row 3 Headroom37.4 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room53.1 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room45.3 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom34.9 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
13.6 ft33.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.9 ft33.5 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
83.7 ft33.5 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested105061%
Total Not Requested67539%
Ultimate Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested10044%
Total Not Requested12556%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Ultimate Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested10044%
Total Not Requested12556%

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