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Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz E-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 E-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $38,950 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $27,405 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,677 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $26,096 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | E-Class | E-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | E350 | E63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $31,615 | $35,550 | $57,700 | $92,400 |
| Base Invoice | $29,319 | $32,901 | $53,661 | $85,932 |
| Third-row seat | 875 | |||
| Convenience Package | 995 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,500 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,910 | 1,910 | ||
| Third-row seat | 744 | |||
| Convenience Package | 846 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | ||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,255 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,776 | 1,776 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,520 | 4,140 | 7,750 | 1,910 |
| Options (change) | 5,543 | 3,520 | 7,207 | 1,776 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 905 | 905 |
| Total Price | $38,950 | $40,505 | $66,355 | $95,215 |
| Total Invoice | $35,677 | $37,236 | $61,773 | $88,613 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $22,000 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $21,064 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | E-Class | E-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | E350 | E63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 302hp V6 | 518hp V8 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 610, 14 | 610, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 245/45-17 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $38,950 | $40,505 | $66,355 | $95,215 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,100 | -5,405 | -7,080 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,950 | $39,405 | $60,950 | $88,135 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $455 | $0 | $27,185 |
| Total Invoice | $35,677 | $37,236 | $61,773 | $88,613 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,011 | -5,032 | -6,589 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,677 | $36,225 | $56,741 | $82,024 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $548 | $0 | $25,283 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | E-Class | E-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | E350 | E63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |||
| 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 headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Rear-facing third row seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,690 | $7,790 | $12,095 | $13,770 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,100 | $5,405 | $7,080 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,011 | -5,032 | -6,589 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2013 |
| Model | Explorer | E-Class |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 113.2 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 192.7 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 58.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 4,060 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 36.0 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 | 20.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 20.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 57.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 33% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 715 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 715 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather upholstery, extended coverage | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1240 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 43% |
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