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Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class 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. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,780 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||||
| Difference: $1,540 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,832 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||||
| Difference: $1,861 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | C230 Sport Sedan | C280 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C350 Luxury Sedan | C55 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,615 | $35,550 | $29,200 | $32,950 | $37,550 | $38,150 | $54,450 |
| Base Invoice | $29,319 | $32,901 | $27,156 | $30,644 | $34,922 | $35,480 | $50,639 |
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | 2,210 | 2,210 | 2,210 | 2,210 | 2,210 |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |||||
| Power driver seat | 600 | 600 | |||||
| Sunroof Package | 1,790 | 1,790 | 1,790 | 1,790 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 690 | 690 | 690 | 690 | 690 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 290 | 290 | 290 | 290 | |||
| Satellite radio | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Heated front seats | 680 | 680 | 680 | 680 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 765 | 765 | 765 | 765 | 765 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 820 | 820 | 820 | 820 | |||
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | 2,055 | 2,055 | 2,055 | 2,055 | 2,055 |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |||||
| Power driver seat | 558 | 558 | |||||
| Sunroof Package | 1,665 | 1,665 | 1,665 | 1,665 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 642 | 642 | 642 | 642 | 642 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 270 | 270 | 270 | 270 | |||
| Satellite radio | 465 | 465 | 465 | 465 | 465 | ||
| Heated front seats | 633 | 633 | 633 | 633 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 711 | 711 | 711 | 711 | 711 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 763 | 763 | 763 | 763 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,350 | 2,845 | 8,345 | 8,345 | 7,745 | 7,745 | 4,165 |
| Options (change) | 3,698 | 2,419 | 7,762 | 7,762 | 7,204 | 7,204 | 3,873 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 775 | 775 | 775 | 775 | 775 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $36,780 | $39,210 | $38,320 | $42,070 | $46,070 | $46,670 | $60,690 |
| Total Invoice | $33,832 | $36,135 | $35,693 | $39,181 | $42,901 | $43,459 | $56,587 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,350 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,526 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | C230 Sport Sedan | C280 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C350 Luxury Sedan | C55 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 201hp V6 | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 362hp V8 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | M6 | T7 | M6 | T7 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | 320, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 225/45-17 | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 205/55-16 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $36,780 | $39,210 | $38,320 | $42,070 | $46,070 | $46,670 | $60,690 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,810 | -3,310 | 0 | -1,225 | -300 | -1,525 | -1,500 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,970 | $35,900 | $38,320 | $40,845 | $45,770 | $45,145 | $59,190 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $930 | $0 | $2,525 | $7,450 | $6,825 | $20,870 |
| Total Invoice | $33,832 | $36,135 | $35,693 | $39,181 | $42,901 | $43,459 | $56,587 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,665 | -3,050 | 0 | -1,141 | -279 | -1,420 | -1,399 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,167 | $33,085 | $35,693 | $38,040 | $42,622 | $42,039 | $55,188 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $918 | $0 | $2,347 | $6,929 | $6,346 | $19,495 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | C230 Sport Sedan | C280 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C350 Luxury Sedan | C55 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Intermittent wipers | $0 | ||||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |||||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||||||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Total Value of Features | $4,315 | $5,815 | $2,505 | $3,730 | $2,805 | $4,030 | $4,005 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,810 | $3,310 | $0 | $1,225 | $300 | $1,525 | $1,500 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,665 | -3,050 | 0 | -1,141 | -279 | -1,420 | -1,399 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 106.9 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 178.4 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 68.0 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 55.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,406 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 16.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 51.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.3 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 54.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 33.0 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 | 12.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 12.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 36% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 465 | 44% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 16% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C230 Sport Sedan
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Power driver seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 30% |
| Sunroof Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C280 Luxury Sedan
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Power driver seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 30% |
| Sunroof Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Sunroof Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Luxury Sedan
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Sunroof Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 29% |
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