Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2006 Lincoln Navigator Lincoln Navigator 2009

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln Navigator 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.

Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln Navigator Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $42,870

Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer   
Difference: $17,180

Lowest Total Invoice: $38,524

Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer   
Difference: $16,352

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620062009
ModelExplorerExplorerNavigator
TrimEddie BauerLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $30,200 $32,515 $52,440
Base Invoice $27,518 $29,578 $48,161
Luxury Package 1,700    
Quad Bucket Seating Group 795 795  
Third-row seat 845 845  
Side curtain airbags 560 560  
Rear HVAC unit 650 650  
Ultimate Convenience Group 350 350  
Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. 150 150  
235/65R18 595    
4.6L V8 1,200 1,200  
Roof rack crossbars 60 60  
Power-folding third row seats 495 495  
Obstacle detection, rear 255 255  
Sunroof 850 850 995
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted 1,295 1,295 1,295
4WD w/low range 2,225 2,225  
275/55R20     1,495
4WD     2,900
Luxury Package 1,445    
Quad Bucket Seating Group 676 676  
Third-row seat 718 718  
Side curtain airbags 476 476  
Rear HVAC unit 553 553  
Ultimate Convenience Group 298 298  
Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. 128 128  
235/65R18 506    
4.6L V8 1,068 1,068  
Roof rack crossbars 51 51  
Power-folding third row seats 421 421  
Obstacle detection, rear 217 217  
Sunroof 723 723 836
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted 1,101 1,101 1,088
4WD w/low range 1,980 1,980  
275/55R20     1,256
4WD     2,610
Options (change) 12,025 9,730 6,685
Options (change) 10,361 8,410 5,790
Destination 645 645 925
Total Price $42,870 $42,890 $60,050
Total Invoice $38,524 $38,633 $54,876

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Ford Explorer dealer quotes or Lincoln Navigator dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln Navigator

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,840
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,300
Model Year200620062009
ModelExplorerExplorerNavigator
TrimEddie BauerLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine292hp V8292hp V8310hp V8
TransmissionA6A6A6
Drivetrain4WD w/4L4WD w/4L4WD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)14/20 MPG14/20 MPG0/0 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)290, 7290, 7600, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/65-18245/65-17275/55-20
Total Price$42,870$42,890$60,050
Adjustments for Features00-3,340
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$42,870$42,890$56,710
Cost Above Minimum$0$20$0
Total Invoice$38,524$38,633$54,876
Adjustments for Features00-3,052
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$38,524$38,633$51,824
Cost Above Minimum$0$109$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln Navigator

Model Year200620062009
ModelExplorerExplorerNavigator
TrimEddie BauerLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000$1000$1000
4WD w/low range$2200$2200 
4WD  $1700
Accessories 
Power flip-out rear side windows  $125
Power liftgate  $350
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt steering wheel, power  $200
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25
Brake assist  $50
Obstacle detection, front  $150
Rearview camera  $200
Side curtain airbags$350$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows  $500
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo organizer  $100
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Trailering equipment (4 wire)  $125
Trailering equipment (7 wire)$150$150 
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers  $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding  $350
Bodyside moldings$75$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Laminated front side windows  $200
Tow hook(s), front  $40
Infotainment 
Aux input  $50
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
Satellite radio  $200
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
Voice control for audio system  $25
Voice control for external devices  $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock  $25
Conversation mirror  $25
Mirror tilt-down in reverse  $25
Power-folding mirrors  $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Xenon HID headlights  $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300
Heated second row seats  $200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $100
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Wood trim  $300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
All-terrain tires $0 
White-letter tires$0$0 
Total Value of Features$4,200$4,200$7,540
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$3,340
Value of Feature Adjustments00-3,052

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Lincoln Navigator

Model Year20062009
ModelExplorerNavigator
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase113.7 in119.0 in
Length193.4 in208.4 in
Width73.7 in78.8 in
Height72.8 in77.8 in
Curb Weight4,706 lb.6,059 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.28.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in63.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in60.2 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.1 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in39.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in63.7 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in59.9 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in39.1 in
Row 3 Headroom37.4 in37.5 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room53.1 in51.9 in
Row 3 Hip Room45.3 in50.1 in
Row 3 Legroom34.9 in37.7 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
13.6 ft318.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.9 ft354.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
83.7 ft3103.3 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested137580%
Total Not Requested35020%
Quad Bucket Seating Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row buckets500Yes
Manual recliner, second row seats75Yes
Second-row high console250Yes
Center armrest(s), second row50Yes
Total Requested875100%
Total Not Requested00%
Third-row seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench100No
Manual recliner, second row seats75Yes
Folding third row seats600Yes
Center armrest(s), second row50Yes
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150No
Total Requested72574%
Total Not Requested25026%
Ultimate Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125Yes
Total Requested225100%
Total Not Requested00%
Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Class III trailer hitch50Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)25No
Total Requested5067%
Total Not Requested2533%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Quad Bucket Seating Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row buckets500Yes
Manual recliner, second row seats75Yes
Second-row high console250Yes
Center armrest(s), second row50Yes
Total Requested875100%
Total Not Requested00%
Third-row seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench100No
Manual recliner, second row seats75Yes
Folding third row seats600Yes
Center armrest(s), second row50Yes
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150No
Total Requested72574%
Total Not Requested25026%
Ultimate Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125Yes
Total Requested225100%
Total Not Requested00%
Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Class III trailer hitch50Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)25No
Total Requested5067%
Total Not Requested2533%

Option Package Details
Lincoln Navigator

275/55R20 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
275/55R20 tires400No
Chrome-plated alloy wheels500No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested900100%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.