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Ford Explorer vs. Mercury Sable 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 Sable Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $35,610 Mercury Sable Premier | ||
| Difference: $9,585 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,521 Mercury Sable Premier | ||
| Difference: $9,231 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Sable |
| Trim | Limited | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $37,855 | $27,725 |
| Base Invoice | $35,268 | $25,508 |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 |
| AWD | 2,000 | 1,850 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | 595 | |
| Package 301A | 2,250 | |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | |
| Satellite radio | 195 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 295 | |
| Remote start | 395 | |
| Sunroof | 895 | |
| Stability control | 495 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 195 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | 695 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 57 |
| AWD | 1,820 | 1,665 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | 506 | |
| Package 301A | 1,913 | |
| Navigation system | 1,736 | |
| Satellite radio | 170 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 257 | |
| Remote start | 343 | |
| Sunroof | 779 | |
| Stability control | 431 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 170 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | 605 | |
| Options (change) | 6,515 | 7,085 |
| Options (change) | 5,659 | 6,213 |
| Destination | 825 | 800 |
| Total Price | $45,195 | $35,610 |
| Total Invoice | $41,752 | $32,521 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercury Sable
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercury Sable Premier | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,630 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,730 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Sable |
| Trim | Limited | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/23 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 225/60-18 |
| Total Price | $45,195 | $35,610 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,955 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,240 | $35,610 |
| Total Invoice | $41,752 | $32,521 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,501 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,251 | $32,521 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercury Sable
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Sable |
| Trim | Limited | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $11,355 | $5,400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,955 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,501 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mercury Sable
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Sable |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 202.1 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 74.5 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 61.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,731 lb. | 3,820 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 57.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 53.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 41.2 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 | 21.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 301A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 775 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 1150 | 60% |
Option Package Details
Mercury Sable Premier
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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