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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: $34,735 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| Difference: $2,585 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,058 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| Difference: $1,564 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | IS | IS | IS |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 250 | 350 | F |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $29,245 | $32,395 | $33,295 | $39,720 | $60,660 |
| Base Invoice | $27,273 | $30,178 | $29,966 | $35,748 | $54,594 |
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 2,465 | 2,465 | 2,485 |
| Audiophile Package | 510 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 295 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 55 | 55 | 109 | 109 | 109 |
| Rear bumper protector | 76 | 76 | 76 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | 2,233 | 2,233 | 2,251 |
| Audiophile Package | 433 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 251 | 430 | 430 | 430 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 47 | 47 | 65 | 65 | 65 |
| Rear bumper protector | 53 | 53 | 53 | ||
| Options (change) | 4,705 | 2,610 | 3,150 | 3,150 | 3,170 |
| Options (change) | 4,000 | 2,219 | 2,781 | 2,781 | 2,799 |
| Destination | 785 | 785 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $34,735 | $35,790 | $37,320 | $43,745 | $64,705 |
| Total Invoice | $32,058 | $33,182 | $33,622 | $39,404 | $58,268 |
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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: $3,830 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,713 | |||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | IS | IS | IS |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 250 | 350 | F |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 204hp V6 | 306hp V6 | 416hp V8 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | M6 | T6 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 194, 12 | 194, 12 | 194, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-19 |
| Total Price | $34,735 | $35,790 | $37,320 | $43,745 | $64,705 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,245 | -1,495 | 0 | -1,650 | -3,400 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,490 | $34,295 | $37,320 | $42,095 | $61,305 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $805 | $0 | $4,775 | $23,985 |
| Total Invoice | $32,058 | $33,182 | $33,622 | $39,404 | $58,268 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,149 | -1,386 | 0 | -1,486 | -3,062 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,909 | $31,796 | $33,622 | $37,918 | $55,206 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $887 | $0 | $4,296 | $21,584 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lexus IS
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | IS | IS | IS |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 250 | 350 | F |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Second-row low console | $100 | ||||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $4,325 | $4,575 | $3,080 | $4,730 | $6,480 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,245 | $1,495 | $0 | $1,650 | $3,400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,149 | -1,386 | 0 | -1,486 | -3,062 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lexus IS
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | IS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 107.5 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 180.1 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 70.9 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 56.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,456 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 17.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 54.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 43.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 36.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 52.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 30.6 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 | 13.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | 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 |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 10% |
| Audiophile Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 64% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS 250
| 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 |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 24% |
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 | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 24% |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS F
| 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 |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 24% |
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