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Ford Explorer vs. Lexus IS 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 IS Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,555 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| Difference: $4,830 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,018 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| Difference: $5,523 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | IS | IS | IS |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 200t | 300 | 350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,200 | $32,515 | $37,825 | $40,200 | $41,370 |
| Base Invoice | $27,518 | $29,578 | $35,178 | $37,386 | $38,474 |
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | ||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 255 | 255 | 500 | 500 | 500 |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,735 | 1,735 | 1,735 |
| Rearview camera | 350 | 350 | 350 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | ||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 217 | 217 | 460 | 460 | 460 |
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | 1,604 | 1,604 | 1,604 |
| Rearview camera | 324 | 324 | 324 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,710 | 4,010 | 2,585 | 2,585 | 2,585 |
| Options (change) | 4,855 | 3,410 | 2,388 | 2,388 | 2,388 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 975 | 975 | 975 |
| Total Price | $36,555 | $37,170 | $41,385 | $43,760 | $44,930 |
| Total Invoice | $33,018 | $33,633 | $38,541 | $40,749 | $41,837 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lexus IS
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,850 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,679 | |||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | IS | IS | IS |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 200t | 300 | 350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 241hp I4 | 255hp V6 | 306hp V6 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T8 | T6 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 290, 7 | 290, 7 | 293, 8 | 293, 8 | 293, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $36,555 | $37,170 | $41,385 | $43,760 | $44,930 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -1,980 | -3,680 | -1,980 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,555 | $37,170 | $39,405 | $40,080 | $42,950 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $0 | $675 | $3,545 |
| Total Invoice | $33,018 | $33,633 | $38,541 | $40,749 | $41,837 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -1,844 | -3,427 | -1,844 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,018 | $33,633 | $36,697 | $37,322 | $39,993 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $0 | $625 | $3,296 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lexus IS
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | IS | IS | IS |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 200t | 300 | 350 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | $600 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,975 | $4,975 | $6,955 | $8,655 | $6,955 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $1,980 | $3,680 | $1,980 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -1,844 | -3,427 | -1,844 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lexus IS
| Model Year | 2006 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | IS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 110.2 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 184.3 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,584 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 44.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 32.2 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 | 10.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 10.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 10.8 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 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 975 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 43% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS 200t
| 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 | 550 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 15% |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS 300
| 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 | 550 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 15% |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS 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% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 550 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 15% |
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