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Ford Taurus X vs. Mercedes-Benz M-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 Taurus X vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,430 Ford Taurus X SEL | |||||||
| Difference: $21,555 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,167 Ford Taurus X SEL | |||||||
| Difference: $20,822 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited | ML350 | ML450 Hybrid | ML550 | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $28,270 | $31,330 | $32,325 | $46,490 | $55,790 | $57,590 | $92,590 |
| Base Invoice | $25,958 | $28,712 | $29,608 | $43,236 | $51,885 | $53,559 | $86,109 |
| SYNC | 395 | ||||||
| Interior Power Package | 295 | ||||||
| Interior Convenience Group | 595 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,995 | ||||
| Sunroof | 960 | 960 | 960 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 240 | 750 | 750 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | 1,780 | 1,780 | 1,780 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 295 | 295 | 800 | 800 | 800 | ||
| Satellite radio | 195 | ||||||
| Power liftgate | 475 | 475 | 475 | ||||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 995 | 995 | 995 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | 585 | 620 | 620 | 620 | 620 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | |||
| SYNC | 344 | ||||||
| Interior Power Package | 257 | ||||||
| Interior Convenience Group | 518 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,736 | 1,736 | 1,736 | ||||
| Sunroof | 835 | 835 | 835 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 209 | 698 | 698 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | 1,655 | 1,655 | 1,655 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 257 | 257 | 744 | 744 | 744 | ||
| Satellite radio | 170 | ||||||
| Power liftgate | 413 | 413 | 413 | ||||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 866 | 866 | 866 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | 509 | 577 | 577 | 577 | 577 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,720 | 3,720 | 3,720 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,814 | 1,814 | |||
| Options (change) | 7,335 | 4,720 | 5,010 | 10,620 | 10,620 | 9,870 | 2,570 |
| Options (change) | 6,384 | 4,107 | 4,359 | 9,878 | 9,878 | 9,180 | 2,391 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 825 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $36,430 | $36,875 | $38,160 | $57,985 | $67,285 | $68,335 | $96,035 |
| Total Invoice | $33,167 | $33,644 | $34,792 | $53,989 | $62,638 | $63,614 | $89,375 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus X vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus X SEL | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $18,745 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,206 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited | ML350 | ML450 Hybrid | ML550 | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 275hp V6 H | 382hp V8 | 503hp V8 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | A6 | T7 | B8 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 4 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 | 80, 8 | 80, 8 | 80, 8 | 440, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/65-17 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 | 255/50-19 | 235/65-17 | 255/50-19 | 295/40-20 |
| Total Price | $36,430 | $36,875 | $38,160 | $57,985 | $67,285 | $68,335 | $96,035 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -840 | -2,810 | -5,310 | -4,860 | -8,985 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,430 | $36,875 | $37,320 | $55,175 | $61,975 | $63,475 | $87,050 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $445 | $890 | $0 | $6,800 | $8,300 | $31,875 |
| Total Invoice | $33,167 | $33,644 | $34,792 | $53,989 | $62,638 | $63,614 | $89,375 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -766 | -2,616 | -4,943 | -4,524 | -8,362 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,167 | $33,644 | $34,026 | $51,373 | $57,695 | $59,090 | $81,013 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $477 | $859 | $0 | $6,322 | $7,717 | $29,640 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus X vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class |
| Trim | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited | ML350 | ML450 Hybrid | ML550 | ML63 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable 2-mode automatic | $2000 | ||||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | ||||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||||||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||||||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Second-row high console | $250 | ||||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||||||
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | ||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $5,075 | $5,075 | $5,915 | $7,885 | $10,385 | $9,935 | $14,060 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $840 | $2,810 | $5,310 | $4,860 | $8,985 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -766 | -2,616 | -4,943 | -4,524 | -8,362 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus X vs. Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus X | M-Class |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 114.7 in |
| Length | 200.3 in | 188.5 in |
| Width | 74.9 in | 75.2 in |
| Height | 67.4 in | 70.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,034 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 25.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 59.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.2 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.8 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.4 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 59.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.4 in | 56.2 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 38.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 46.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.4 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.4 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.2 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X SEL
| SYNC | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 175 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 12% |
| Interior Power Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 26% |
| Interior Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 800 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 915 | 36% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML450 Hybrid
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 915 | 36% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML550
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 915 | 36% |
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