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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: $35,395 Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| Difference: $4,475 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,305 Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| Difference: $4,232 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Taurus |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,615 | $35,550 | $27,620 |
| Base Invoice | $29,319 | $32,901 | $25,388 |
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | 1,995 |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 75 |
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | 395 |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | 995 |
| Third-row seat | 875 | ||
| Limited Convenience Package | 475 | ||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | 695 | ||
| Stability control | 495 | ||
| AWD | 1,850 | ||
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | 1,736 |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 64 | 57 |
| Remote start | 327 | 327 | 343 |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | 866 |
| Third-row seat | 744 | ||
| Limited Convenience Package | 413 | ||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | 605 | ||
| Stability control | 431 | ||
| AWD | 1,666 | ||
| Options (change) | 7,440 | 5,060 | 6,975 |
| Options (change) | 6,403 | 4,380 | 6,117 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 800 |
| Total Price | $39,870 | $41,425 | $35,395 |
| Total Invoice | $36,537 | $38,096 | $32,305 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,985 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,783 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 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) | 13/20 MPG | 13/20 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 225/55-18 |
| Total Price | $39,870 | $41,425 | $35,395 |
| Adjustments for Features | -490 | -1,590 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,380 | $39,835 | $35,395 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $455 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $36,537 | $38,096 | $32,305 |
| Adjustments for Features | -449 | -1,462 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,088 | $36,634 | $32,305 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $546 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 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 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | $600 | |
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,755 | $5,855 | $4,265 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $490 | $1,590 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -449 | -1,462 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2009 | 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
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1125 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 37% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 50 | 5% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 95% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 6% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus 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% |
| 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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