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Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz S-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 S-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $39,380 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||||
| Difference: $58,985 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,352 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||||
| Difference: $55,258 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | S400 HYBRID | S550 | S63 AMG | S600 | S65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Base Price | $33,280 | $36,280 | $91,000 | $93,650 | $138,000 | $158,050 | $209,000 |
| Base Invoice | $31,044 | $33,774 | $84,630 | $87,095 | $128,340 | $146,987 | $194,370 |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | ||||||
| Convenience Package | 1,995 | ||||||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | |||||
| Navigation and Moon Package | 2,845 | ||||||
| Rear Seat Package | 3,040 | 3,040 | 3,040 | ||||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,450 | 2,450 | 2,450 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | ||||||
| Convenience Package | 1,696 | ||||||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | |||||
| Navigation and Moon Package | 2,418 | ||||||
| Rear Seat Package | 2,827 | 2,827 | 2,827 | ||||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,278 | 2,278 | 2,278 | ||||
| Options (change) | 5,285 | 4,140 | 5,490 | 5,490 | 5,490 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 4,493 | 3,519 | 5,105 | 5,105 | 5,105 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 2,600 | 2,100 |
| Total Price | $39,380 | $41,235 | $98,365 | $101,015 | $145,365 | $161,525 | $211,975 |
| Total Invoice | $36,352 | $38,108 | $91,610 | $94,075 | $135,320 | $150,462 | $197,345 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $52,550 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $49,265 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | S400 HYBRID | S550 | S63 AMG | S600 | S65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 275hp V6 H | 382hp V8 | 536hp V8 | 510hp V12 | 621hp V12 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T5 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 600, 14 | 600, 14 | 600, 14 | 1200, 15 | 1200, 15 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 255/45-18 | 255/45-18 | 255/35-20 | 255/45-19 | 255/35-20 |
| Total Price | $39,380 | $41,235 | $98,365 | $101,015 | $145,365 | $161,525 | $211,975 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,100 | -6,435 | -6,535 | -12,385 | -16,660 | -16,660 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,380 | $40,135 | $91,930 | $94,480 | $132,980 | $144,865 | $195,315 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $755 | $0 | $2,550 | $41,050 | $52,935 | $103,385 |
| Total Invoice | $36,352 | $38,108 | $91,610 | $94,075 | $135,320 | $150,462 | $197,345 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,017 | -5,993 | -6,086 | -11,529 | -15,519 | -15,510 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,352 | $37,091 | $85,617 | $87,989 | $123,791 | $134,943 | $181,835 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $739 | $0 | $2,372 | $38,174 | $49,326 | $96,218 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | S400 HYBRID | S550 | S63 AMG | S600 | S65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | |||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |||||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Night vision | $1750 | $1750 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Pedestrian detection, night | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||||||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||||||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |||||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | |||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Digital instruments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | ||||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Memory system, second row seats | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $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 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, second row seats | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | $650 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | |||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,735 | $8,835 | $14,170 | $14,270 | $20,120 | $24,395 | $24,395 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,100 | $6,435 | $6,535 | $12,385 | $16,660 | $16,660 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,017 | -5,993 | -6,086 | -11,529 | -15,519 | -15,510 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | S-Class |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 124.6 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 206.5 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 58.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 4,456 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 23.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 59.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 59.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 58.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 59.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 42.3 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 | 16.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 16.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 675 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| 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 |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 2100 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 24% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation and Moon Package | ||
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 675 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S400 HYBRID
| Rear Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Power recliner, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 11% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 89% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S550
| Rear Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Power recliner, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 11% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 89% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S63 AMG
| Rear Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Power recliner, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 11% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 89% |
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