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Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus 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 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,230 Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| Difference: $3,970 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,300 Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| Difference: $3,164 | |||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Taurus |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,200 | $32,515 | $27,620 |
| Base Invoice | $27,518 | $29,578 | $25,388 |
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | 995 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 255 | 255 | |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,995 |
| Limited Convenience Package | 475 | ||
| Stability control | 495 | ||
| AWD | 1,850 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,068 | 1,068 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | 866 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 217 | 217 | |
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | 1,736 |
| Limited Convenience Package | 413 | ||
| Stability control | 431 | ||
| AWD | 1,666 | ||
| Options (change) | 7,355 | 5,655 | 5,810 |
| Options (change) | 6,301 | 4,856 | 5,112 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 800 |
| Total Price | $38,200 | $38,815 | $34,230 |
| Total Invoice | $34,464 | $35,079 | $31,300 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,560 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,703 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Taurus |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 15/21 MPG | 15/21 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 290, 7 | 290, 7 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 | 225/55-18 |
| Total Price | $38,200 | $38,815 | $34,230 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -590 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,200 | $38,815 | $33,640 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $34,464 | $35,079 | $31,300 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -539 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,464 | $35,079 | $30,761 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Taurus |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 |
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,175 | $3,175 | $3,765 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $590 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -539 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 200.4 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 74.5 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 61.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,531 lb. | 3,814 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 57.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 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 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
| Limited Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 475 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 8% |
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