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Ford Explorer vs. Lexus GS 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. Lexus GS Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $46,305 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||||
| Difference: $6,875 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $42,802 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||||
| Difference: $6,546 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | GS | GS | GS | GS | GS |
| Trim | Limited | 200t F Sport | 350 | 350 F Sport | 450h | 450h F Sport |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $38,100 | $53,980 | $50,695 | $54,810 | $63,635 | $68,680 |
| Base Invoice | $35,528 | $50,127 | $47,147 | $50,932 | $59,181 | $63,824 |
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,565 | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,150 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |||||
| Navigation system | 0 | |||||
| Cargo net | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 | 65 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 150 | 150 | 150 | |||
| Power trunk closer | 400 | 400 | 400 | 400 | 400 | |
| Premium Package | 0 | |||||
| RWD | 0 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 395 | 395 | ||||
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,983 | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,004 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | |||||
| Navigation system | 0 | |||||
| Cargo net | 39 | 39 | 39 | 39 | 39 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 430 | 430 | 430 | 430 | 430 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 139 | 139 | 139 | |||
| Power trunk closer | 368 | 368 | 368 | 368 | 368 | |
| Premium Package | 0 | |||||
| RWD | 0 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | 250 | 250 | ||||
| Options (change) | 7,310 | 1,115 | 1,510 | 1,115 | 1,360 | 965 |
| Options (change) | 6,379 | 976 | 1,226 | 976 | 1,087 | 837 |
| Destination | 895 | 975 | 975 | 975 | 975 | 975 |
| Total Price | $46,305 | $56,070 | $53,180 | $56,900 | $65,970 | $70,620 |
| Total Invoice | $42,802 | $52,078 | $49,348 | $52,883 | $61,243 | $65,636 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lexus GS
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,715 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,247 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | GS | GS | GS | GS | GS |
| Trim | Limited | 200t F Sport | 350 | 350 F Sport | 450h | 450h F Sport |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 241hp I4 | 311hp V6 | 311hp V6 | 286hp V6 H | 286hp V6 H |
| Transmission | T6 | T8 | T8 | T8 | CVT-6 | CVT-6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 299, 12 | 299, 12 | 299, 12 | 299, 12 | 299, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 235/40-19 | 235/45-18 | 235/40-19 | 235/45-18 | 235/40-19 |
| Total Price | $46,305 | $56,070 | $53,180 | $56,900 | $65,970 | $70,620 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,840 | -2,025 | 0 | -1,950 | -490 | -1,940 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $44,465 | $54,045 | $53,180 | $54,950 | $65,480 | $68,680 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $865 | $0 | $1,770 | $12,300 | $15,500 |
| Total Invoice | $42,802 | $52,078 | $49,348 | $52,883 | $61,243 | $65,636 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,701 | -1,881 | 0 | -1,812 | -455 | -1,803 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $41,101 | $50,197 | $49,348 | $51,071 | $60,788 | $63,833 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $849 | $0 | $1,723 | $11,440 | $14,485 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lexus GS
| Model Year | 2014 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | GS | GS | GS | GS | GS |
| Trim | Limited | 200t F Sport | 350 | 350 F Sport | 450h | 450h F Sport |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | $1100 | ||||
| FWD | $0 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |||||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |||||
| High performance brake pads (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||||
| Safety key | $5 | |||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||||
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | |||||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | $25 | ||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Performance meter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |||||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Active steering | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,955 | $10,140 | $8,115 | $10,065 | $8,605 | $10,055 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,840 | $2,025 | $0 | $1,950 | $490 | $1,940 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,701 | -1,881 | 0 | -1,812 | -455 | -1,803 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lexus GS
| Model Year | 2014 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | GS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 112.2 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 192.1 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 72.4 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 57.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,535 lb. | 3,806 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 36.8 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 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2825 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 1650 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Lexus GS 200t F Sport
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Lexus GS 350
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 15% |
Option Package Details
Lexus GS 350 F Sport
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Lexus GS 450h
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Lexus GS 450h F Sport
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
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