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Ford Explorer vs. Mercury Mariner 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. Mercury Mariner Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,435 Mercury Mariner Luxury | ||||||
| Difference: $13,515 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,500 Mercury Mariner Luxury | ||||||
| Difference: $13,623 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Mariner | Mariner |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | Sport | Platinum | Luxury | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $34,020 | $42,090 | $45,950 | $53,940 | $23,285 | $25,035 |
| Base Invoice | $32,489 | $40,196 | $43,883 | $51,512 | $21,700 | $23,292 |
| Trailer Tow Package - Class II | 395 | 395 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package | 650 | |||||
| Package 201A | 2,330 | |||||
| Cargo cover | 130 | 130 | 130 | 130 | 150 | 150 |
| Running boards | 595 | 595 | 595 | 595 | 350 | 350 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 140 | 140 | 140 | 140 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,695 | 1,695 | 1,695 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 595 | 595 | ||||
| Comfort Package | 595 | |||||
| Class II trailer hitch | 395 | 395 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 795 | |||||
| Moon and Tune Package | 655 | |||||
| Sunroof | 895 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 255 | |||||
| Trailer Tow Package - Class II | 375 | 375 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package | 619 | |||||
| Package 201A | 2,213 | |||||
| Cargo cover | 124 | 124 | 124 | 124 | 136 | 136 |
| Running boards | 565 | 565 | 565 | 565 | 316 | 316 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 133 | 133 | 133 | 133 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,610 | 1,610 | 1,610 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 536 | 536 | ||||
| Comfort Package | 536 | |||||
| Class II trailer hitch | 356 | 356 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 716 | |||||
| Moon and Tune Package | 589 | |||||
| Sunroof | 806 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 230 | |||||
| Options (change) | 5,935 | 2,955 | 2,560 | 865 | 3,535 | 2,640 |
| Options (change) | 5,639 | 2,807 | 2,432 | 822 | 3,185 | 2,380 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 615 | 615 |
| Total Price | $40,950 | $46,040 | $49,505 | $55,800 | $27,435 | $28,290 |
| Total Invoice | $39,123 | $43,998 | $47,310 | $53,329 | $25,500 | $26,287 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercury Mariner
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercury Mariner Luxury | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,210 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,599 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Mariner | Mariner |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | Sport | Platinum | Luxury | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 280hp I4 | 365hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 200hp V6 | 200hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 | T6 | A4 | A4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | 390, 12 | 390, 12 | 500, 12 | 320, 7 | 320, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 235/70-16 | 235/70-16 |
| Total Price | $40,950 | $46,040 | $49,505 | $55,800 | $27,435 | $28,290 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,305 | -10,195 | -11,520 | -16,835 | 0 | -250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,645 | $35,845 | $37,985 | $38,965 | $27,435 | $28,040 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,200 | $3,340 | $4,320 | $0 | $605 |
| Total Invoice | $39,123 | $43,998 | $47,310 | $53,329 | $25,500 | $26,287 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,024 | -9,743 | -11,009 | -16,089 | 0 | -232 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,099 | $34,255 | $36,301 | $37,240 | $25,500 | $26,055 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,156 | $3,202 | $4,141 | $0 | $555 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercury Mariner
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Mariner | Mariner |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | Sport | Platinum | Luxury | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | $800 | ||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |||||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |||||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |||||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | $5 | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | $40 | ||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | $600 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | |||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | ||
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $11,180 | $15,070 | $16,395 | $21,710 | $4,875 | $5,125 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,305 | $10,195 | $11,520 | $16,835 | $0 | $250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,024 | -9,743 | -11,009 | -16,089 | 0 | -232 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercury Mariner
| Model Year | 2018 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Mariner |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.2 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 174.9 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 68.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,458 lb. | 3,259 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 16.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 40.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 49.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 35.6 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 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Trailer Tow Package - Class II | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class II trailer hitch | 200 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 43% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Package 201A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Unbranded, 7 speakers | 350 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Remote climate control | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 1900 | 86% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Trailer Tow Package - Class II | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class II trailer hitch | 200 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 43% |
Option Package Details
Mercury Mariner Luxury
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Front side airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Class II trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class II trailer hitch | 200 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1125 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Cargo cover | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cargo cover | 75 | Yes |
| Storage beneath cargo floor | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 75 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 57% |
| Comfort Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Overhead sunglass holder | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 530 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 16% |
| Moon and Tune Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Roof rack | 300 | No |
| Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 49% |
Option Package Details
Mercury Mariner Premier
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Front side airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Class II trailer hitch | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class II trailer hitch | 200 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Cargo cover | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cargo cover | 75 | Yes |
| Storage beneath cargo floor | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 75 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 57% |
| Sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Roof rack | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
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