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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: $6,530 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,832 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||
| Difference: $6,508 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,615 | $35,550 | $33,990 | $35,900 | $39,990 | $58,200 |
| Base Invoice | $29,319 | $32,901 | $31,611 | $33,387 | $37,191 | $54,126 |
| Convenience Package | 995 | |||||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | ||||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||||
| Premium 1 Package | 1,995 | 1,995 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,700 | 2,700 | 2,700 | 3,350 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 660 | 660 | 660 | 660 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | 1,620 | |||
| Heated front seats | 750 | 750 | 750 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Convenience Package | 846 | |||||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | ||||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||||
| Premium 1 Package | 1,855 | 1,855 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,511 | 2,511 | 2,511 | 3,115 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 614 | 614 | 614 | 614 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | 1,507 | |||
| Heated front seats | 698 | 698 | 698 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Options (change) | 4,350 | 2,845 | 8,445 | 8,445 | 6,450 | 4,730 |
| Options (change) | 3,698 | 2,419 | 7,854 | 7,854 | 5,999 | 4,398 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2,100 |
| Total Price | $36,780 | $39,210 | $43,310 | $45,220 | $47,315 | $65,905 |
| Total Invoice | $33,832 | $36,135 | $40,340 | $42,116 | $44,065 | $61,499 |
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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: $7,190 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,115 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 228hp V6 | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 451hp V8 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | M6 | T7 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 100, 8 | 100, 8 | 100, 8 | 450, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $36,780 | $39,210 | $43,310 | $45,220 | $47,315 | $65,905 |
| Adjustments for Features | -660 | -2,410 | 0 | -1,175 | -1,450 | -675 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,120 | $36,800 | $43,310 | $44,045 | $45,865 | $65,230 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $680 | $0 | $735 | $2,555 | $21,920 |
| Total Invoice | $33,832 | $36,135 | $40,340 | $42,116 | $44,065 | $61,499 |
| Adjustments for Features | -607 | -2,221 | 0 | -1,094 | -1,350 | -630 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,225 | $33,914 | $40,340 | $41,022 | $42,715 | $60,869 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $689 | $0 | $682 | $2,375 | $20,529 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| RWD | $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 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | ||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $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 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Traffic information | $25 | |||||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |||||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||||
| Total Value of Features | $5,540 | $7,290 | $4,880 | $6,055 | $6,330 | $5,555 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $660 | $2,410 | $0 | $1,175 | $1,450 | $675 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -607 | -2,221 | 0 | -1,094 | -1,350 | -630 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 182.3 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,528 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 17.4 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 52.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.7 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 33.4 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 | 12.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 12.4 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 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 28% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 690 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 35% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 690 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 49% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 840 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 21% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Luxury Sedan
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 49% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 840 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 21% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 840 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 21% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 840 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 825 | 50% |
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