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Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $47,135 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $31,520 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $43,533 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $29,683 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | CLS | CLS | CLS |
| Trim | Limited | CLS400 | CLS550 | AMG CLS63 S |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $38,200 | $67,550 | $74,850 | $108,900 |
| Base Invoice | $35,622 | $62,822 | $69,611 | $101,277 |
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,150 | |||
| Second-row buckets | 695 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |||
| Night Package | 300 | 300 | ||
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 500 | 500 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | 1,900 | |||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,250 | 2,250 | 2,250 | |
| Parking Assist Package | 1,290 | 1,290 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,250 | |||
| Folding second row seats | 440 | 440 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | 250 | 250 | ||
| Premium Package | 4,200 | 2,500 | ||
| Heated second row seats | 625 | 625 | ||
| Special order charge | 250 | |||
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,013 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,004 | |||
| Second-row buckets | 607 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | |||
| Night Package | 279 | 279 | ||
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 465 | 465 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | 1,767 | |||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,093 | 2,093 | 2,093 | |
| Parking Assist Package | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,023 | |||
| Folding second row seats | 409 | 409 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | 233 | 233 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,906 | 2,325 | ||
| Heated second row seats | 581 | 581 | ||
| Special order charge | 233 | |||
| Options (change) | 8,040 | 10,180 | 10,105 | 5,375 |
| Options (change) | 7,016 | 9,469 | 9,399 | 4,999 |
| Destination | 895 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $47,135 | $78,655 | $85,880 | $115,200 |
| Total Invoice | $43,533 | $73,216 | $79,935 | $107,201 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $28,860 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $27,207 | ||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | CLS | CLS | CLS |
| Trim | Limited | CLS400 | CLS550 | AMG CLS63 S |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 329hp V6 | 402hp V8 | 577hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T9 | T9 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 610, 14 | 610, 14 | 610, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/40-18 | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $47,135 | $78,655 | $85,880 | $115,200 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,660 | -3,925 | -6,550 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $47,135 | $75,995 | $81,955 | $108,650 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $5,960 | $32,655 |
| Total Invoice | $43,533 | $73,216 | $79,935 | $107,201 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,476 | -3,653 | -6,095 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,533 | $70,740 | $76,282 | $101,106 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $5,542 | $30,366 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | CLS | CLS | CLS |
| Trim | Limited | CLS400 | CLS550 | AMG CLS63 S |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | |||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $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 | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Adaptive headlights | $200 | $200 | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,970 | $12,630 | $13,895 | $16,520 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,660 | $3,925 | $6,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,476 | -3,653 | -6,095 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz CLS
| Model Year | 2015 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | CLS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 113.2 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 194.5 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 74.1 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 55.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,535 lb. | 4,035 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 57.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 58.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 56.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 57.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 35.0 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 | 15.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| 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 | 3475 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 22% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS400
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | 1000 | No |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 100% |
| Night Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | No |
| Metal pedals | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 27% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 53% |
| Parking Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 37% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 18% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS CLS550
| Night Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | No |
| Metal pedals | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 27% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 53% |
| Parking Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 37% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Adaptive headlights | 200 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 26% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLS AMG CLS63 S
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 53% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | 300 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 30% |
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