| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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: $43,454 Lexus IS 250 | ||||
| Difference: $1,396 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $37,423 Lexus IS 250 | ||||
| Difference: $3,915 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | IS | IS | IS |
| Trim | Limited | 250 | 350 | F |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $37,855 | $30,855 | $36,305 | $56,000 |
| Base Invoice | $35,268 | $27,151 | $31,948 | $49,280 |
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,500 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 99 | 99 | 99 |
| Luxury Package | 3,495 | 3,495 | ||
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | 3,990 | 3,990 | 3,990 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 2,850 | 2,850 | 2,850 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | 0 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Satellite radio | 486 | 486 | 486 | |
| Rear spoiler | 355 | 355 | ||
| Cargo net | 59 | 59 | 59 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,825 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 59 | 59 | 59 |
| Luxury Package | 2,796 | 2,796 | ||
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | 3,302 | 3,302 | 3,302 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 2,280 | 2,280 | 2,280 | |
| Sunroof | 0 | 0 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 400 | 400 | 400 | |
| Satellite radio | 389 | 389 | 389 | |
| Rear spoiler | 246 | 246 | ||
| Cargo net | 35 | 35 | 35 | |
| Options (change) | 6,170 | 11,834 | 11,834 | 7,984 |
| Options (change) | 5,245 | 9,507 | 9,507 | 6,465 |
| Destination | 825 | 765 | 765 | 765 |
| Total Price | $44,850 | $43,454 | $48,904 | $64,749 |
| Total Invoice | $41,338 | $37,423 | $42,220 | $56,510 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lexus IS
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,229 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $348 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | IS | IS | IS |
| Trim | Limited | 250 | 350 | F |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 204hp V6 | 306hp V6 | 416hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | T6 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 300, 14 | 300, 14 | 300, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-19 |
| Total Price | $44,850 | $43,454 | $48,904 | $64,749 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,625 | 0 | -950 | -750 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,225 | $43,454 | $47,954 | $63,999 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $4,500 | $20,545 |
| Total Invoice | $41,338 | $37,423 | $42,220 | $56,510 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,263 | 0 | -820 | -655 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,075 | $37,423 | $41,400 | $55,855 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,977 | $18,432 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lexus IS
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | IS | IS | IS |
| Trim | Limited | 250 | 350 | F |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Curve control | $50 | |||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |||
| Second-row low console | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $9,280 | $4,655 | $5,605 | $5,405 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,625 | $0 | $950 | $750 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,263 | 0 | -820 | -655 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lexus IS
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | IS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 107.5 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 180.1 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.9 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 56.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,558 lb. | 3,456 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 17.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 54.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 43.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 36.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 52.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 30.6 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 | 13.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | 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 |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2175 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 2000 | 48% |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS 250
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 31% |
| 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% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1300 | 50% |
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Mark Levinson, 300W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 22% |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS 350
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 31% |
| 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% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1300 | 50% |
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Mark Levinson, 300W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 22% |
Option Package Details
Lexus IS F
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 31% |
| 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 / Mark Levinson Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Mark Levinson, 300W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 22% |
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