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Ford Explorer vs. Ford Flex 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. Ford Flex Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $42,580 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $7,600 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,189 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $7,836 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Flex | Flex |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Limited | Titanium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $30,200 | $32,515 | $35,765 | $38,260 |
| Base Invoice | $27,518 | $29,578 | $33,356 | $35,627 |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 795 | 795 | ||
| Third-row seat | 845 | 845 | ||
| 235/65R18 | 595 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | |||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | 650 | 650 | ||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 150 | 150 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 255 | 255 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | 1,495 | 1,495 |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 2,350 | 2,350 |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | |||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | 495 | 495 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | 570 | 570 | ||
| 3.5L V6 | 2,995 | 2,995 | ||
| Power-stowing third row seats | 495 | 495 | ||
| 255/45VR20 | 795 | |||
| Roof rails | 195 | 195 | ||
| Second-row high console | 100 | 100 | ||
| Second-row buckets | 750 | 750 | ||
| AWD | 1,850 | 1,850 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,995 | 1,995 | ||
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 676 | 676 | ||
| Third-row seat | 718 | 718 | ||
| 235/65R18 | 506 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | |||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | 553 | 553 | ||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 128 | 128 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,068 | 1,068 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 217 | 217 | ||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | 1,271 | 1,271 |
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | 1,998 | 1,998 |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | |||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | 421 | 421 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | 484 | 484 | ||
| 3.5L V6 | 2,725 | 2,726 | ||
| Power-stowing third row seats | 421 | 421 | ||
| 255/45VR20 | 676 | |||
| Roof rails | 166 | 166 | ||
| Second-row high console | 85 | 85 | ||
| Second-row buckets | 638 | 638 | ||
| AWD | 1,684 | 1,684 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,696 | 1,696 | ||
| Options (change) | 11,735 | 9,440 | 13,590 | 12,795 |
| Options (change) | 10,026 | 8,075 | 11,844 | 11,169 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $42,580 | $42,600 | $50,180 | $51,880 |
| Total Invoice | $38,189 | $38,298 | $46,025 | $47,621 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Flex
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,715 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,355 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Flex | Flex |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Limited | Titanium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 355hp V6 | 355hp V6 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 15/21 MPG | 15/21 MPG | 16/22 MPG | 16/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 290, 7 | 290, 7 | 390, 12 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/65-18 | 245/65-17 | 255/45-20 | 255/45-20 |
| Total Price | $42,580 | $42,600 | $50,180 | $51,880 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -4,885 | -5,085 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,580 | $42,600 | $45,295 | $46,795 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $20 | $0 | $1,500 |
| Total Invoice | $38,189 | $38,298 | $46,025 | $47,621 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -4,481 | -4,668 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,189 | $38,298 | $41,544 | $42,953 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $109 | $0 | $1,409 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Flex
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Flex | Flex |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Limited | Titanium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Footrests, second row | $25 | $25 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | ||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,825 | $4,825 | $9,710 | $9,910 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $4,885 | $5,085 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -4,481 | -4,668 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Flex
| Model Year | 2006 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Flex |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 117.9 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 202.3 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 75.9 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 67.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,531 lb. | 4,839 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 19.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 41.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 58.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 55.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 44.3 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 41.1 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 33.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 45.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 875 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 825 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 15% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 32% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 225 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class III trailer hitch | 50 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 75 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 875 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 825 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 15% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 225 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class III trailer hitch | 50 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 75 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Flex Limited
| Class III trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | Yes |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | Yes |
| Trailer sway control | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 6% |
| Power-stowing third row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Second-row buckets | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 35% |
| Sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Glass roof panel(s) | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 340 | 36% |
| turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 26% |
Option Package Details
Ford Flex Titanium
| Class III trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | Yes |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | Yes |
| Trailer sway control | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 6% |
| Power-stowing third row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Second-row buckets | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 35% |
| Sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Glass roof panel(s) | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 340 | 36% |
| turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 26% |
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