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Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus X 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 Taurus X Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $39,915 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| Difference: $3,770 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,248 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| Difference: $3,865 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | Limited | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $32,395 | $28,270 | $31,330 | $32,325 |
| Base Invoice | $30,178 | $25,958 | $28,712 | $29,608 |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 795 | |||
| Third-row seat | 375 | |||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,995 |
| Rear HVAC unit | 285 | 650 | 650 | 650 |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 55 | 75 | 75 | 75 |
| Remote start | 385 | 395 | 395 | 395 |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| AWD | 2,325 | 1,850 | 1,850 | 1,850 |
| 255/50R20 | 630 | |||
| Power-folding third row seats | 495 | |||
| Interior Convenience Group | 595 | |||
| Interior Power Package | 295 | |||
| SYNC | 395 | |||
| Second-row high console | 95 | 95 | ||
| Satellite radio | 195 | |||
| Heated front seats | 240 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 295 | 295 | ||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | 895 | 695 | 695 | |
| Sunroof | 960 | 960 | 960 | |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 676 | |||
| Third-row seat | 319 | |||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,736 | 1,736 | 1,736 |
| Rear HVAC unit | 243 | 566 | 566 | 566 |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 47 | 57 | 57 | 57 |
| Remote start | 326 | 343 | 343 | 343 |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 866 | 866 | 866 |
| AWD | 2,117 | 1,666 | 1,666 | 1,665 |
| 255/50R20 | 536 | |||
| Power-folding third row seats | 421 | |||
| Interior Convenience Group | 518 | |||
| Interior Power Package | 257 | |||
| SYNC | 344 | |||
| Second-row high console | 83 | 83 | ||
| Satellite radio | 170 | |||
| Heated front seats | 209 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 257 | 257 | ||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | 779 | 605 | 605 | |
| Sunroof | 835 | 835 | 835 | |
| Options (change) | 10,505 | 10,820 | 8,005 | 7,615 |
| Options (change) | 9,150 | 9,465 | 7,014 | 6,673 |
| Destination | 785 | 825 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $43,685 | $39,915 | $40,160 | $40,765 |
| Total Invoice | $40,113 | $36,248 | $36,551 | $37,106 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus X
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,120 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,268 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | Limited | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/19 MPG | 15/22 MPG | 15/22 MPG | 15/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | ?, 4 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 |
| Total Price | $43,685 | $39,915 | $40,160 | $40,765 |
| Adjustments for Features | -650 | 0 | 0 | -340 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $43,035 | $39,915 | $40,160 | $40,425 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $245 | $510 |
| Total Invoice | $40,113 | $36,248 | $36,551 | $37,106 |
| Adjustments for Features | -597 | 0 | 0 | -309 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,516 | $36,248 | $36,551 | $36,797 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $303 | $549 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | Limited | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Running boards | $350 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $6,050 | $5,400 | $5,400 | $5,740 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $650 | $0 | $0 | $340 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -597 | 0 | 0 | -309 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Taurus X |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 200.3 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 74.9 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 67.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,706 lb. | 4,204 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 19.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 56.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 50.6 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 46.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 33.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 47.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 |
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% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X SEL
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Rear HVAC unit | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Second-row high console | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | 250 | Yes |
| 225/60R18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Interior Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 800 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Interior Power Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 375 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 21% |
| SYNC | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 175 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 12% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X Eddie Bauer
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Rear HVAC unit | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Second-row high console | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Rear HVAC unit | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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