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Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKS Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $45,445

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $5,060

Lowest Total Invoice: $41,844

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $5,318

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122012
ModelExplorerMKS
TrimLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $37,855 $41,500
Base Invoice $35,268 $39,035
Package 302A / 303A 4,500  
Polished alloy wheels 595  
Panoramic sunroof 1,595  
All-weather floor mats 75 75
Adaptive cruise control   1,295
245/45VR20   800
Remote start   425
Semi-automated parking system   535
Ultimate Package   5,000
Package 302A / 303A 3,825  
Polished alloy wheels 506  
Panoramic sunroof 1,356  
All-weather floor mats 64 67
Adaptive cruise control   1,153
245/45VR20   712
Remote start   394
Semi-automated parking system   476
Ultimate Package   4,450
Options (change) 6,765 8,130
Options (change) 5,751 7,252
Destination 825 875
Total Price $45,445 $50,505
Total Invoice $41,844 $47,162

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,080
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,178
Model Year20122012
ModelExplorerMKS
TrimLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine290hp V6273hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20245/45-20
Total Price$45,445$50,505
Adjustments for Features-2,0200
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$43,425$50,505
Total Invoice$41,844$47,162
Adjustments for Features-1,8600
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$39,984$47,162

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKS

Model Year20122012
ModelExplorerMKS
TrimLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Power liftgate$350 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Curve control$50 
Inflatable rear seat belts$200 
Obstacle detection, front $150
Side curtain airbags $350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500 
Trailer sway control$25 
Cargo Management 
Rear seat pass-through $100
Roof rails$250 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150 
Rear HVAC unit$400 
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Laminated front side windows $200
Rear spoiler$200 
Wheel-lip moldings$75 
Infotainment 
DVD-compatible player $0
Media drive $15
SD Card slot$25 
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Compass $0
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Spotter mirror(s)$50 
Steering-linked headlights $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding second row seats$300 
Heated second row seats $200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power-stowing third row seats$1000 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces $0
Tailgating position, third row seats$50 
Upholstered instrument panel $300
Wood trim $300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$6,400$4,380
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,020$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,8600

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See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKS features.

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKS

Model Year20122012
ModelExplorerMKS
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.6 in112.9 in
Length197.1 in204.1 in
Width78.9 in75.9 in
Height70.4 in61.6 in
Curb Weight4,558 lb.4,139 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.19.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in58.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in38.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in57.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in55.3 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in38.6 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.0 ft318.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		43.8 ft318.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		80.7 ft318.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKS specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Package 302A / 303A
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Inflatable rear seatbelts200No
Navigation system600Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power liftgate350No
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Total Requested317576%
Total Not Requested100024%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKS

Adaptive cruise control
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
245/45VR20 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
245/45VR20 tires400No
Polished alloy wheels0Yes
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested400100%
Ultimate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Alloy wheels350Yes
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0No
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
255/45VR19 tires400No
Navigation system600Yes
CD player125Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Media drive, large15No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
THX-certified, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested315080%
Total Not Requested76520%

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