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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: $45,945 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250 | |||
| Difference: $245 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $42,701 Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Difference: $87 | |||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | CLA | CLA |
| Trim | Limited | CLA250 | AMG CLA45 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $38,100 | $32,400 | $49,950 |
| Base Invoice | $35,528 | $30,132 | $46,454 |
| Package 302A / 303A | 5,600 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,300 | 2,300 | |
| Premium Package | 2,350 | 2,350 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,500 | 1,500 | |
| Interior Package | 1,650 | ||
| Parktronic Package | 970 | 970 | |
| Convenience Package | 500 | 500 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 850 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | ||
| Sunroof, large | 1,480 | 1,480 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | |
| AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package | 1,650 | ||
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,886 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,139 | 2,139 | |
| Premium Package | 2,186 | 2,186 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,395 | 1,395 | |
| Interior Package | 1,535 | ||
| Parktronic Package | 902 | 902 | |
| Convenience Package | 465 | 465 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 791 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 273 | ||
| Sunroof, large | 1,376 | 1,376 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | |
| AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package | 1,535 | ||
| Options (change) | 7,195 | 12,620 | 11,470 |
| Options (change) | 6,278 | 11,731 | 10,667 |
| Destination | 895 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $46,190 | $45,945 | $62,345 |
| Total Invoice | $42,701 | $42,788 | $58,046 |
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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: $1,935 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,102 | |||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | CLA | CLA |
| Trim | Limited | CLA250 | AMG CLA45 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 208hp I4 | 375hp 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 | $46,190 | $45,945 | $62,345 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,180 | 0 | -2,725 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $44,010 | $45,945 | $59,620 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $13,675 |
| Total Invoice | $42,701 | $42,788 | $58,046 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,015 | 0 | -2,537 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,686 | $42,788 | $55,509 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $12,721 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2013 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | CLA | CLA |
| Trim | Limited | CLA250 | AMG CLA45 |
| 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 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $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 | |||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||
| 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 | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| 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 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| 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 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Color seat belts | $0 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Interior trim, special color | $0 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $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 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $10,120 | $7,940 | $10,665 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,180 | $0 | $2,725 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,015 | 0 | -2,537 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz CLA
| Model Year | 2013 | 2017 |
| 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 | 4,535 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 / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 200 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3125 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 2000 | 39% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 36% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 24% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 78% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
| Parktronic Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 17% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 41% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA AMG CLA45
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Smartphone integration | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 36% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 24% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 78% |
| AMG Red Cut Exclusive Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Interior trim, special color | 0 | No |
| Color seat belts | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 31% |
| Parktronic Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 17% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 41% |
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