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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: $47,040 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $143,385 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $43,443 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $133,889 | ||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | S-Class |
| Trim | Limited | S65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Base Price | $38,100 | $181,500 |
| Base Invoice | $35,528 | $168,795 |
| Package 302A / 303A | 5,600 | |
| Second-row buckets | 750 | |
| Second-row high console | 100 | 825 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,000 |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,850 | |
| iPod integration | 425 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 450 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,886 | |
| Second-row buckets | 655 | |
| Second-row high console | 87 | 767 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | 930 |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,651 | |
| iPod integration | 395 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 419 | |
| Options (change) | 8,045 | 5,550 |
| Options (change) | 7,020 | 5,162 |
| Destination | 895 | 775 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 2,600 |
| Total Price | $47,040 | $190,425 |
| Total Invoice | $43,443 | $177,332 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $137,110 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $128,045 | ||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | S-Class |
| Trim | Limited | S65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 604hp V12 |
| Transmission | T6 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 600, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/35-20 |
| Total Price | $47,040 | $190,425 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,275 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $47,040 | $184,150 |
| Total Invoice | $43,443 | $177,332 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,844 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,443 | $171,488 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Model Year | 2013 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | S-Class |
| Trim | Limited | S65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Night vision | $1750 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, second row seats | $150 | |
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, second row seats | $150 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | $150 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,180 | $15,455 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $6,275 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -5,844 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Model Year | 2013 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | S-Class |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 124.6 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 205.0 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 58.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,535 lb. | 4,466 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 23.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 59.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 58.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 42.3 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 | 16.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 16.3 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 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 200 | No |
| 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 | 2575 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 2550 | 50% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S65 AMG
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Second-row high console | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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