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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: $6,760 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,058 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| Difference: $6,548 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 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 | $29,245 | $32,395 | $37,825 | $40,200 | $41,370 |
| Base Invoice | $27,273 | $30,178 | $35,178 | $37,386 | $38,474 |
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,735 | 1,735 | 1,735 |
| Audiophile Package | 510 | ||||
| All-weather floor mats | 55 | 55 | 110 | 110 | 110 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 295 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Rearview camera | 350 | 350 | 350 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | 1,604 | 1,604 | 1,604 |
| Audiophile Package | 433 | ||||
| All-weather floor mats | 47 | 47 | 65 | 65 | 65 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 251 | 460 | 460 | 460 | |
| Rearview camera | 324 | 324 | 324 | ||
| Options (change) | 4,705 | 2,610 | 2,695 | 2,695 | 2,695 |
| Options (change) | 4,000 | 2,219 | 2,453 | 2,453 | 2,453 |
| Destination | 785 | 785 | 975 | 975 | 975 |
| Total Price | $34,735 | $35,790 | $41,495 | $43,870 | $45,040 |
| Total Invoice | $32,058 | $33,182 | $38,606 | $40,814 | $41,902 |
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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: $5,095 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,999 | |||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 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) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 293, 8 | 293, 8 | 293, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $34,735 | $35,790 | $41,495 | $43,870 | $45,040 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -250 | -1,665 | -3,365 | -1,665 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,735 | $35,540 | $39,830 | $40,505 | $43,375 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $805 | $0 | $675 | $3,545 |
| Total Invoice | $32,058 | $33,182 | $38,606 | $40,814 | $41,902 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -232 | -1,549 | -3,131 | -1,549 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,058 | $32,950 | $37,057 | $37,683 | $40,353 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $892 | $0 | $626 | $3,296 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lexus IS
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 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 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |||
| 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 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| 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 | |||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,315 | $5,565 | $6,980 | $8,680 | $6,980 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $250 | $1,665 | $3,365 | $1,665 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -232 | -1,549 | -3,131 | -1,549 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lexus IS
| Model Year | 2008 | 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
| 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 | No |
| 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 | 950 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 25% |
| Audiophile Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 100% |
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 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 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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