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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: $5,185 | ||||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,832 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||||
| Difference: $5,261 | ||||||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | C250 Sport | C250 Luxury | C300 Sport | C300 Luxury | C350 Sport | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,615 | $35,550 | $35,800 | $36,250 | $39,400 | $39,850 | $42,100 | $60,250 |
| Base Invoice | $29,319 | $32,901 | $33,294 | $33,713 | $36,642 | $37,061 | $39,153 | $56,033 |
| Convenience Package | 995 | |||||||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | ||||||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,860 | 2,860 | 2,860 | 2,860 | 2,860 | 2,860 | ||
| Satellite radio | 460 | 460 | 460 | 460 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| Heated front seats | 750 | 750 | 750 | 750 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 970 | 970 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Convenience Package | 846 | |||||||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | ||||||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,660 | 2,660 | 2,660 | 2,660 | 2,660 | 2,660 | ||
| Satellite radio | 428 | 428 | 428 | 428 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | ||
| Heated front seats | 698 | 698 | 698 | 698 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 902 | 902 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 4,350 | 2,845 | 5,760 | 4,790 | 5,760 | 4,790 | 4,550 | 4,550 |
| Options (change) | 3,698 | 2,419 | 5,357 | 4,455 | 5,357 | 4,455 | 4,231 | 4,231 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,700 |
| Total Price | $36,780 | $39,210 | $42,485 | $41,965 | $46,085 | $45,565 | $47,575 | $67,425 |
| Total Invoice | $33,832 | $36,135 | $39,576 | $39,093 | $42,924 | $42,441 | $44,309 | $62,889 |
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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: $6,065 | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,069 | ||||||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | C250 Sport | C250 Luxury | C300 Sport | C300 Luxury | C350 Sport | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 201hp I4 | 201hp I4 | 248hp V6 | 248hp V6 | 302hp V6 | 451hp V8 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | ?, 8 | ?, 8 | ?, 8 | ?, 8 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $36,780 | $39,210 | $42,485 | $41,965 | $46,085 | $45,565 | $47,575 | $67,425 |
| Adjustments for Features | -885 | -2,635 | -525 | 0 | -2,375 | -1,850 | -1,775 | -2,225 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,895 | $36,575 | $41,960 | $41,965 | $43,710 | $43,715 | $45,800 | $65,200 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $680 | $0 | $5 | $1,750 | $1,755 | $3,840 | $23,240 |
| Total Invoice | $33,832 | $36,135 | $39,576 | $39,093 | $42,924 | $42,441 | $44,309 | $62,889 |
| Adjustments for Features | -814 | -2,428 | -489 | 0 | -2,212 | -1,723 | -1,653 | -2,075 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,018 | $33,707 | $39,087 | $39,093 | $40,712 | $40,718 | $42,656 | $60,814 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $689 | $0 | $6 | $1,625 | $1,631 | $3,569 | $21,727 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | C250 Sport | C250 Luxury | C300 Sport | C300 Luxury | C350 Sport | C63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||||||
| Accessories | ||||||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | ||||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $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 | ||||||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | ||||||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Climate Control | ||||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $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 | ||||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Exterior | ||||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $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 | ||||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | ||||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $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 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |||||||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Transmission | ||||||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||||||
| Total Value of Features | $5,590 | $7,340 | $5,230 | $4,705 | $7,080 | $6,555 | $6,480 | $6,930 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $885 | $2,635 | $525 | $0 | $2,375 | $1,850 | $1,775 | $2,225 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -814 | -2,428 | -489 | 0 | -2,212 | -1,723 | -1,653 | -2,075 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2014 |
| Model | Explorer | C-Class |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 180.7 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 69.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,429 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 | 55.0 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 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 9% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 715 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 33% |
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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 715 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Sport
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 44% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C250 Luxury
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 44% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 44% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Luxury
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 44% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 44% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 44% |
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