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Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA 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 CLA Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $44,260 Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Difference: $1,415 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,792 Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Difference: $1,750 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | CLA | CLA |
| Trim | Limited | CLA250 | CLA45 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $37,535 | $31,500 | $48,500 |
| Base Invoice | $34,952 | $29,295 | $45,105 |
| Package 302A | 4,305 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,500 | 2,500 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,480 | 2,480 | |
| Premium Package | 2,300 | 2,300 | |
| Interior Package | 1,650 | 1,650 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 850 | ||
| Sunroof, large | 1,480 | 1,480 | |
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | |
| Package 302A | 3,659 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,325 | 2,325 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,306 | 2,306 | |
| Premium Package | 2,139 | 2,139 | |
| Interior Package | 1,535 | 1,535 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 791 | ||
| Sunroof, large | 1,376 | 1,376 | |
| Rear spoiler | 279 | 279 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | |
| Options (change) | 5,900 | 13,250 | 12,400 |
| Options (change) | 5,015 | 12,322 | 11,531 |
| Destination | 825 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $44,260 | $45,675 | $61,825 |
| Total Invoice | $40,792 | $42,542 | $57,561 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,130 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,331 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | CLA | CLA |
| Trim | Limited | CLA250 | CLA45 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 208hp I4 | 355hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | S7 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 450, 12 | 450, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $44,260 | $45,675 | $61,825 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,715 | 0 | -2,625 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,545 | $45,675 | $59,200 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $13,525 |
| Total Invoice | $40,792 | $42,542 | $57,561 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,581 | 0 | -2,444 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,211 | $42,542 | $55,117 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $12,575 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | CLA | CLA |
| Trim | Limited | CLA250 | CLA45 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,570 | $6,855 | $9,480 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,715 | $0 | $2,625 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,581 | 0 | -2,444 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | CLA |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 182.3 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.0 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 56.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,579 lb. | 3,263 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 40.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 35.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 53.2 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 27.1 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 2775 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 30% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 17% |
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 165 | 15% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1475 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 22% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 32% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 17% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 165 | 15% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1475 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 22% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 32% |
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