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Ford Flex vs. Ford Explorer 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 Flex vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $43,960 Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Difference: $6,640 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,347 Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Difference: $6,035 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Flex | Flex | Explorer |
| Trim | Limited | Titanium | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $35,765 | $38,260 | $32,395 |
| Base Invoice | $33,356 | $35,627 | $30,178 |
| Class III trailer hitch | 570 | 570 | |
| Navigation system | 2,350 | 2,350 | 1,995 |
| 3.5L V6 | 2,995 | 2,995 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 495 | 495 | |
| 255/45VR20 | 795 | ||
| Roof rails | 195 | 195 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 55 |
| Remote start | 345 | 345 | 385 |
| Sunroof | 1,495 | 1,495 | |
| Second-row buckets | 750 | 750 | |
| Second-row high console | 100 | 100 | |
| AWD | 1,850 | 1,850 | 2,325 |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,995 | 1,995 | |
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | ||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 275 | ||
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 795 | ||
| Third-row seat | 375 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | 285 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | 495 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | ||
| 255/50R20 | 630 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | 484 | 484 | |
| Navigation system | 1,998 | 1,998 | 1,696 |
| 3.5L V6 | 2,725 | 2,726 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 421 | 421 | |
| 255/45VR20 | 676 | ||
| Roof rails | 166 | 166 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 64 | 47 |
| Remote start | 293 | 293 | 326 |
| Sunroof | 1,271 | 1,271 | |
| Second-row buckets | 638 | 638 | |
| Second-row high console | 85 | 85 | |
| AWD | 1,684 | 1,684 | 2,117 |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,696 | 1,696 | |
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | ||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 234 | ||
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 676 | ||
| Third-row seat | 319 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | 243 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | 421 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | ||
| 255/50R20 | 536 | ||
| Options (change) | 14,010 | 13,215 | 10,780 |
| Options (change) | 12,201 | 11,526 | 9,384 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 785 |
| Total Price | $50,600 | $52,300 | $43,960 |
| Total Invoice | $46,382 | $47,978 | $40,347 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Flex vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,930 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,551 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Flex | Flex | Explorer |
| Trim | Limited | Titanium | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 355hp V6 | 355hp V6 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 16/22 MPG | 13/19 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 390, 12 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-20 | 255/45-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $50,600 | $52,300 | $43,960 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,710 | -2,910 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $47,890 | $49,390 | $43,960 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,500 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $46,382 | $47,978 | $40,347 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,484 | -2,670 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,898 | $45,308 | $40,347 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,410 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Flex vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Flex | Flex | Explorer |
| Trim | Limited | Titanium | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Running boards | $350 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Footrests, second row | $25 | $25 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,535 | $9,735 | $6,825 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,710 | $2,910 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,484 | -2,670 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Flex vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Flex | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 202.3 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 75.9 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 67.6 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,839 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.8 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.4 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.8 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 44.3 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 41.1 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.4 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.4 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 45.0 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 86.7 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Rear HVAC unit | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | -250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | -250 | -167% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 267% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class III trailer hitch | 50 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 75 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 875 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 825 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 15% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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