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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: $34,700 Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| Difference: $14,360 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,700 Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| Difference: $15,187 | |||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Taurus |
| Trim | Sport | Platinum | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $45,950 | $53,940 | $27,620 |
| Base Invoice | $43,883 | $51,512 | $25,388 |
| All-weather floor mats | 120 | 120 | 75 |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,995 | 1,995 | |
| Limited Convenience Package | 475 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | ||
| Remote start | 395 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 995 | ||
| Stability control | 495 | ||
| AWD | 1,850 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 114 | 114 | 57 |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,895 | 1,895 | |
| Limited Convenience Package | 413 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,736 | ||
| Remote start | 343 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 866 | ||
| Stability control | 431 | ||
| AWD | 1,666 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,115 | 2,115 | 6,280 |
| Options (change) | 2,009 | 2,009 | 5,512 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 800 |
| Total Price | $49,060 | $57,050 | $34,700 |
| Total Invoice | $46,887 | $54,516 | $31,700 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,015 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,167 | |||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Taurus |
| Trim | Sport | Platinum | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 16/22 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 500, 12 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 225/55-18 |
| Total Price | $49,060 | $57,050 | $34,700 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,345 | -14,260 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,715 | $42,790 | $34,700 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,075 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $46,887 | $54,516 | $31,700 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,020 | -13,627 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,867 | $40,889 | $31,700 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,022 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Taurus |
| Trim | Sport | Platinum | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $13,085 | $20,000 | $5,740 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $7,345 | $14,260 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -7,020 | -13,627 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2018 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 200.4 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 74.5 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 61.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,890 lb. | 3,814 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 57.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
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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