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Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKZ 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. Lincoln MKZ Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $44,850 Ford Explorer Limited | |||||||
| Difference: $1,480 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,338 Ford Explorer Limited | |||||||
| Difference: $2,395 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ |
| Trim | Limited | Select | Hybrid Select | Reserve | Hybrid Reserve | Black Label | Hybrid Black Label |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $37,855 | $38,340 | $38,340 | $40,010 | $40,010 | $47,830 | $47,830 |
| Base Invoice | $35,268 | $36,377 | $36,377 | $37,809 | $37,809 | $44,960 | $44,960 |
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,500 | ||||||
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | ||||||
| Technology Package | 2,495 | 2,495 | 2,495 | 2,495 | 2,495 | 2,495 | |
| Revel 14 speakers | 1,180 | 1,180 | |||||
| Cargo net | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 25 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | 250 | 250 | 250 | 250 | |||
| Sunroof, large | 2,995 | 2,995 | 2,995 | 2,995 | 1,795 | 1,795 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,825 | ||||||
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 109 | 109 | 109 | 109 | 109 | 109 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | ||||||
| Technology Package | 2,271 | 2,271 | 2,271 | 2,271 | 2,271 | 2,271 | |
| Revel 14 speakers | 1,074 | 1,074 | |||||
| Cargo net | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | 23 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | 228 | 228 | 228 | 228 | |||
| Sunroof, large | 2,726 | 2,726 | 2,726 | 2,726 | 1,634 | 1,634 | |
| Options (change) | 6,170 | 7,065 | 7,065 | 5,885 | 5,885 | 4,435 | 4,435 |
| Options (change) | 5,245 | 6,431 | 6,431 | 5,357 | 5,357 | 4,037 | 4,037 |
| Destination | 825 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $44,850 | $46,330 | $46,330 | $46,820 | $46,820 | $53,190 | $53,190 |
| Total Invoice | $41,338 | $43,733 | $43,733 | $44,091 | $44,091 | $49,922 | $49,922 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKZ
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $675 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,635 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ |
| Trim | Limited | Select | Hybrid Select | Reserve | Hybrid Reserve | Black Label | Hybrid Black Label |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 245hp I4 | 141hp I4 H | 245hp I4 | 141hp I4 H | 245hp I4 | 141hp I4 H |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | CVT | T6 | CVT | T6 | CVT |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | ?, 14 | ?, 14 | ?, 14 | ?, 14 | ?, 20 | ?, 20 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/40-19 | 245/40-19 | 245/40-19 | 245/40-19 |
| Total Price | $44,850 | $46,330 | $46,330 | $46,820 | $46,820 | $53,190 | $53,190 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -655 | -805 | -955 | -855 | -2,755 | -2,655 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $44,850 | $45,675 | $45,525 | $45,865 | $45,965 | $50,435 | $50,535 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $150 | $0 | $340 | $440 | $4,910 | $5,010 |
| Total Invoice | $41,338 | $43,733 | $43,733 | $44,091 | $44,091 | $49,922 | $49,922 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -618 | -760 | -899 | -805 | -2,586 | -2,492 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $41,338 | $43,115 | $42,973 | $43,192 | $43,286 | $47,336 | $47,430 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $142 | $0 | $219 | $313 | $4,363 | $4,457 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKZ
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ | MKZ |
| Trim | Limited | Select | Hybrid Select | Reserve | Hybrid Reserve | Black Label | Hybrid Black Label |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| CVT | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Curve control | $50 | ||||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | ||||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Concierge Services - 4 year subscription | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | ||||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Approach detection | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Detailed driving style feedback | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | |||||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | ||||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | |||||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | ||||||
| Upgraded floor mats | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Wood trim, alternative type | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Transmission | |||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $8,650 | $9,305 | $9,455 | $9,605 | $9,505 | $11,405 | $11,305 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $655 | $805 | $955 | $855 | $2,755 | $2,655 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -618 | -760 | -899 | -805 | -2,586 | -2,492 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln MKZ
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | MKZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 112.2 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 193.9 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 73.4 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 58.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,558 lb. | 3,740 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 16.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 57.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 36.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 53.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 37.0 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 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 15.4 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 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 3375 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 19% |
Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Select
| Revel, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Revel, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 54% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 2050 | 72% |
Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Select
| Revel, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Revel, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 54% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 2050 | 72% |
Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Reserve
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 2050 | 72% |
Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Reserve
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 2050 | 72% |
Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Black Label
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 2050 | 72% |
Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Black Label
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 2050 | 72% |
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