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Ford Taurus X vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $33,705 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||||
| Difference: $21,490 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,796 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||||
| Difference: $20,598 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SLK300 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $28,270 | $31,330 | $32,325 | $45,950 | $50,950 | $65,700 |
| Base Invoice | $25,958 | $28,712 | $29,608 | $42,734 | $47,384 | $61,101 |
| SYNC | 395 | |||||
| Interior Convenience Group | 595 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,995 | |||
| Interior Power Package | 295 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | |||||
| Heated front seats | 240 | |||||
| Satellite radio | 195 | |||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,980 | 2,980 | 2,980 | |||
| Heating Package | 990 | 990 | ||||
| Premium I Package | 2,950 | 2,950 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | 730 | 730 | 730 | |||
| SYNC | 344 | |||||
| Interior Convenience Group | 518 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,736 | 1,736 | 1,736 | |||
| Interior Power Package | 257 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | |||||
| Heated front seats | 209 | |||||
| Satellite radio | 170 | |||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,771 | 2,771 | 2,771 | |||
| Heating Package | 921 | 921 | ||||
| Premium I Package | 2,744 | 2,744 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | 679 | 679 | 679 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,610 | 1,995 | 1,995 | 8,370 | 8,370 | 4,430 |
| Options (change) | 4,013 | 1,736 | 1,736 | 7,785 | 7,785 | 4,120 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 825 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,000 |
| Total Price | $33,705 | $34,150 | $35,145 | $55,195 | $60,195 | $72,005 |
| Total Invoice | $30,796 | $31,273 | $32,169 | $51,394 | $56,044 | $67,096 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus X vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,440 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,896 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SLK300 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 228hp V6 | 300hp V6 | 355hp V8 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | A6 | M6 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 4 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 | 380, 11 | 380, 11 | 380, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/65-17 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $33,705 | $34,150 | $35,145 | $55,195 | $60,195 | $72,005 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -890 | -5,050 | -6,100 | -6,350 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,705 | $34,150 | $34,255 | $50,145 | $54,095 | $65,655 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $445 | $550 | $0 | $3,950 | $15,510 |
| Total Invoice | $30,796 | $31,273 | $32,169 | $51,394 | $56,044 | $67,096 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -815 | -4,702 | -5,679 | -5,917 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,796 | $31,273 | $31,354 | $46,692 | $50,365 | $61,179 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $477 | $558 | $0 | $3,673 | $14,487 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus X vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SLK300 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Second-row high console | $250 | |||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| 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 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Conversation mirror | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $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 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | ||||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||||
| Total Value of Features | $4,940 | $4,940 | $5,830 | $9,990 | $11,040 | $11,290 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $890 | $5,050 | $6,100 | $6,350 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -815 | -4,702 | -5,679 | -5,917 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus X vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Taurus X | SLK |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 95.7 in |
| Length | 200.3 in | 160.7 in |
| Width | 74.9 in | 70.4 in |
| Height | 67.4 in | 51.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,034 lb. | 3,210 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 52.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.2 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.8 in | 42.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 0.0 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 | 6.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.4 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.2 ft3 | 9.8 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 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% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK300
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 640 | 48% |
| Heating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 43% |
| Premium I Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 1090 | 47% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 640 | 48% |
| Heating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 43% |
| Premium I Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 1090 | 47% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 640 | 48% |
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