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Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz SLC 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 SLC Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,315 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $15,195 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,436 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $14,538 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | SLC | SLC |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SLC300 | AMG SLC43 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $31,615 | $35,550 | $48,400 | $61,350 |
| Base Invoice | $29,319 | $32,901 | $45,012 | $57,056 |
| Convenience Package | 995 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | ||
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | ||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 625 | 625 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 770 | |||
| Convenience Package | 846 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | ||
| Remote start | 327 | 327 | ||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 581 | 581 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 716 | |||
| Options (change) | 3,885 | 2,380 | 2,115 | 1,345 |
| Options (change) | 3,302 | 2,023 | 1,967 | 1,251 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $36,315 | $38,745 | $51,510 | $63,690 |
| Total Invoice | $33,436 | $35,739 | $47,974 | $59,302 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz SLC
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,565 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,432 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | SLC | SLC |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SLC300 | AMG SLC43 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 241hp I4 | 362hp V6 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T9 | T9 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | ?, 8 | 500, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $36,315 | $38,745 | $51,510 | $63,690 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,750 | -7,630 | -9,270 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,315 | $36,995 | $43,880 | $54,420 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $680 | $0 | $10,540 |
| Total Invoice | $33,436 | $35,739 | $47,974 | $59,302 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,614 | -7,106 | -8,631 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,436 | $34,125 | $40,868 | $50,671 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $689 | $0 | $9,803 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz SLC
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | SLC | SLC |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SLC300 | AMG SLC43 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | $1400 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | ||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | $500 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | |||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,130 | $7,880 | $13,760 | $15,400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,750 | $7,630 | $9,270 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,614 | -7,106 | -8,631 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercedes-Benz SLC
| Model Year | 2009 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | SLC |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 95.7 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 162.8 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 51.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,297 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 52.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 0.0 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 | 6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 10.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| 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 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 53% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| 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 |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 6% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLC SLC300
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| No leather in second row | -300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 106% |
| Total Not Requested | -50 | -6% |
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLC AMG SLC43
| Garmin Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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