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Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $54,935

Ford Explorer Platinum   
Difference: $2,880

Lowest Total Invoice: $52,507

Ford Explorer Platinum   
Difference: $1,328

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820172017201720172017
ModelExplorerC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimPlatinumC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $53,940 $39,500 $46,050 $52,000 $65,200 $72,800
Base Invoice $51,512 $36,735 $42,827 $48,360 $60,636 $67,704
Premium 4 Package   8,650 8,650 7,400 5,700 5,700
designo Package   4,500 4,500 3,500 3,100 500
Upholstered instrument panel   350 350      
Parking Assist Package   1,090 1,090 1,090 1,090 1,090
Panoramic sunroof   1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480 1,480
Rear spoiler   350 350      
Heated steering wheel   250 250      
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720 720 720 720
Carbon fiber rear spoiler       700    
Polished alloy wheels         1,950 1,250
Cooled or ventilated front seats         450 450
Premium 4 Package   8,045 8,045 6,882 5,301 5,301
designo Package   4,185 4,185 3,255 2,883 465
Upholstered instrument panel   326 326      
Parking Assist Package   1,014 1,014 1,014 1,014 1,014
Panoramic sunroof   1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376 1,376
Rear spoiler   326 326      
Heated steering wheel   233 233      
Metallic paint (extra cost)   670 670 670 670 670
Carbon fiber rear spoiler       651    
Polished alloy wheels         1,814 1,163
Cooled or ventilated front seats         419 419
Options (change) 0 17,390 17,390 14,890 14,490 11,190
Options (change) 0 16,175 16,175 13,848 13,477 10,408
Destination 995 925 925 925 925 925
Gas Tax 0 0 -4,043 0 0 0
Total Price $54,935 $57,815 $60,322 $67,815 $80,615 $84,915
Total Invoice $52,507 $53,835 $55,884 $63,133 $75,038 $79,037

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,985
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,296
Model Year201820172017201720172017
ModelExplorerC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimPlatinumC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine365hp V6241hp I4208hp I4 PiH362hp V6469hp V8503hp V8
TransmissionT6T7T7T9T7T7
DrivetrainAWDRWDRWDAWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)500, 12590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13590, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20225/50-17225/45-18225/45-18245/35-19245/35-19
Total Price$54,935$57,815$60,322$67,815$80,615$84,915
Adjustments for Features-3,1050-1,525-2,525-1,025-1,725
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$51,830$57,815$58,797$65,290$79,590$83,190
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$982$7,475$21,775$25,375
Total Invoice$52,507$53,835$55,884$63,133$75,038$79,037
Adjustments for Features-2,9680-1,413-2,351-954-1,606
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$49,539$53,835$54,471$60,782$74,084$77,431
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$636$6,947$20,249$23,596

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year201820172017201720172017
ModelExplorerC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-ClassC-Class
TrimPlatinumC300C350eAMG C43AMG C63AMG C63 S
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100     
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200$1200 $1200$1200
9-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1400  
AWD$1700  $1700  
RWD $0$0 $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100     
Active noise reduction$0     
Adaptive cruise control$600     
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850$850$850$850$850
Eco accelerator  $100   
Heated steering wheel$100$100$100   
Keyless entry keypad$50     
Power liftgate$350     
Power trunk closer $350$350$350$350$350
Power-adjustable pedals$125     
Remote start$150     
Remote start via app $75$75$75$75$75
Sunshade, rear, power $225$225$225$225$225
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25     
Around view cameras $500$500$500$500$500
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200$200$200$200$200
Automatic braking, low-speed $200$200$200$200$200
Blind spot collision prevention $150$150$150$150$150
Collision preparation system, rear $100$100$100$100$100
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system $0$0$0$0$0
Curve control$50     
Driver drowsiness monitor $150$150$150$150$150
Hill descent control$250     
Inflatable rear seat belts$200     
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75$75$75
Knee airbag, passenger$75     
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200     
Lane keeping assist $400$400$400$400$400
Pedestrian detection $50$50$50$50$50
Rear side airbags $300$300$300$300$300
Rearview camera$200     
Rollover sensor$50     
Safety key$5     
Side curtain airbags $350$350$350$350$350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500     
Temporary spare tire$150     
Terrain selector$200     
Tires, run-flat $150$150$150  
Torque vectoring, brake-based $100$100$100$100$100
Trailer sway control$25     
Vehicle health reports$0     
Wide-view front camera$150     
Cargo Management 
Class III trailer hitch$250     
Console with shifter$150     
Console without shifter $150$150$150$150$150
Roof rails$250     
Trailering equipment (7 wire)$150     
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100$100$100$100
Fragrance atomizer $200$200$200$200$200
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15$15$15
Ionizing air filtration $50$50$50$50$50
Rear air vents $100$100$100$100$100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150     
Rear HVAC unit$400     
Rear wiper$175     
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential     $500
Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented)     $500
Limited-slip rear differential    $300 
Engine / Motor 
3.6 kW onboard charger  $0   
6 kWh battery pack  $0   
Automatic start / stop $150$150$150$150$150
Dual-mode exhaust    $250$250
Raised top speed limiter     $0
Exterior 
Body kit  $0$0$0$0
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250     
Carbon fiber rear spoiler   $300  
Deep-tinted rear windows$275     
Painted brake calipers (optional)     $0
Rear bumper protector$40     
Rear spoiler$200$200$200 $200$200
Tow hook(s), front$40     
Wheel-lip moldings$75     
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0     
Android Auto support$100     
Apple CarPlay support$100     
Aux input$50     
DVD-compatible player $0$0$0$0$0
Handwriting recognition $200$200$200$200$200
In-vehicle Internet $150$150$150$150$150
Media drive $15$15$15$15$15
Navigation map updates, three years $0$0$0$0$0
SD Card slot $25$25$25$25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225$225$225$225
Voice control for external devices$0     
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25$25   
Boost gauge   $75$75$75
Chronometer   $100$100$100
Cornering lights $50$50$50$50$50
Fog light, rear $100$100$100$100$100
Fog lights$125     
Interior ambient lighting$150     
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150$150$150$150$150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250     
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25   
LED headlights $1000$1000$1000$1000$1000
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750     
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25$25$25$25
Steering-linked headlights $150$150$150$150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated second row seats$200     
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150$150$150$150 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75     
Massage, driver seat$100     
Massage, passenger seat$100     
Memory system, passenger seat $150$150$150$150$150
Metal pedals   $75$75$75
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50$50$50
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100$100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100$100
Power-stowing third row seats$1000     
Synthetic suede steering wheel     $150
Tailgating position, third row seats$50     
Upholstered instrument panel $300$300$300$300$300
Upholstered instrument panel, leather$1000     
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150     
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500$500$500$500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical $100    
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable  $1000   
Alloy wheels $350$350$350  
Crosswind stabilization $50$50$50$50$50
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200$200$200
Machined alloy wheels$350     
Polished alloy wheels    $350$350
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 $0$0$0$0
Suggestive steering $0$0$0$0$0
Transmission 
Launch control    $100$100
Total Value of Features$13,310$10,205$11,730$12,730$11,230$11,930
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,105$0$1,525$2,525$1,025$1,725
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,9680-1,413-2,351-954-1,606

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz C-Class

Model Year20182017
ModelExplorerC-Class
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.6 in111.8 in
Length198.3 in184.5 in
Width78.9 in71.3 in
Height70.0 in56.8 in
Curb Weight4,458 lb.3,418 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.17.4 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.4 in37.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.5 in55.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom40.6 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.8 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.5 in35.2 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.3 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.0 ft312.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.9 ft312.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
81.7 ft312.6 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested407563%
Total Not Requested239037%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested165085%
Total Not Requested30015%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350e

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested407563%
Total Not Requested239037%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested165085%
Total Not Requested30015%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C43

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
Surround sound250Yes
LED tail lights0No
Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100Yes
Handwriting recognition200No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested342559%
Total Not Requested239041%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested1450100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63

Polished alloy wheels
FeatureValueRequested?
Polished alloy wheels0No
265/35ZR19 tires200No
245/35ZR19 tires200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested400100%
Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights250Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested232553%
Total Not Requested204047%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested1150100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S

Premium 4 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Power decklid350Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Ionizing air filtration50No
Fragrance atomizer200No
LED tail lights0No
Interior ambient lighting, configurable150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Speed limit information0No
Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system0No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights1000Yes
App support0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Lane keeping assist system400Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested307560%
Total Not Requested204040%
designo Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special interior trim0No
Leather door panel trim250Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Parking Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Total Requested90075%
Total Not Requested30025%

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