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Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz CL-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 CL-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $38,105 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $68,805 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,959 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $64,598 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | CL-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | CL550 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $31,615 | $35,550 | $103,600 |
| Base Invoice | $29,319 | $32,901 | $96,348 |
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| iPod integration | 425 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | 1,010 | ||
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | ||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| iPod integration | 395 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | 939 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,675 | 2,845 | 1,435 |
| Options (change) | 4,825 | 2,419 | 1,334 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,000 |
| Total Price | $38,105 | $39,210 | $106,910 |
| Total Invoice | $34,959 | $36,135 | $99,557 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $60,710 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $56,896 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | CL-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | CL550 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 382hp V8 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 600, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 235/65-18 | 255/45-18 |
| Total Price | $38,105 | $39,210 | $106,910 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,750 | -8,740 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,105 | $37,460 | $98,170 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $645 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $34,959 | $36,135 | $99,557 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,613 | -8,139 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,959 | $34,522 | $91,418 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $437 | $0 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | CL-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | CL550 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Second-row low console | $100 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Digital instruments | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | ||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| White-letter tires | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,680 | $6,430 | $13,420 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,750 | $8,740 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,613 | -8,139 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz CL-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | CL-Class |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 116.3 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 199.4 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 55.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 4,486 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 23.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 59.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 62.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 36.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 32.2 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 | 12.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 12.9 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 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 37% |
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 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 6% |
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