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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: $38,565 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $1,435 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,350 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $1,469 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Taurus |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,615 | $35,550 | $34,280 |
| Base Invoice | $29,319 | $32,901 | $31,624 |
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | 795 |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 85 |
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | 995 |
| Package 301A / 401A | 2,325 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | 695 | ||
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | 710 |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 64 | 76 |
| Remote start | 327 | 327 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | 888 |
| Package 301A / 401A | 2,075 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | 621 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,135 | 3,305 | 4,895 |
| Options (change) | 5,216 | 2,810 | 4,370 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 825 |
| Total Price | $38,565 | $39,670 | $40,000 |
| Total Invoice | $35,350 | $36,526 | $36,819 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $365 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $325 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Taurus |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 288hp V6 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 235/65-18 | 245/45-20 |
| Total Price | $38,565 | $39,670 | $40,000 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,750 | -1,715 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,565 | $37,920 | $38,285 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $645 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $35,350 | $36,526 | $36,819 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,611 | -1,579 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,350 | $34,915 | $35,240 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $435 | $0 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Taurus |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| 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 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| White-letter tires | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,930 | $5,680 | $5,645 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,750 | $1,715 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,611 | -1,579 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2009 | 2014 |
| Model | Explorer | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 202.9 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 60.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,970 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 38.1 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 | 20.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 20.1 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 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 365 | 34% |
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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited
| Polished alloy wheels | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Polished alloy wheels | 0 | Yes |
| 245/45VR20 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| 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% |
| Package 301A / 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 6% |
| Total Not Requested | 1950 | 94% |
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