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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: $34,000 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||||
| Difference: $18,410 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,053 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||||
| Difference: $17,754 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SLK250 | 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 | $43,525 | $56,225 | $68,925 |
| Base Invoice | $25,958 | $28,712 | $29,608 | $40,478 | $52,289 | $64,100 |
| Interior Power Package | 295 | |||||
| Interior Convenience Group | 595 | |||||
| SYNC | 395 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,995 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 295 | 295 | 970 | 970 | 970 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | 770 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 240 | |||||
| Satellite radio | 195 | |||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,150 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,590 | 2,590 | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | 760 | 760 | 760 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | |||
| Interior Power Package | 257 | |||||
| Interior Convenience Group | 518 | |||||
| SYNC | 344 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,736 | 1,736 | 1,736 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 257 | 257 | 902 | 902 | 902 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | 716 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 209 | |||||
| Satellite radio | 170 | |||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,409 | 2,409 | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | 707 | 707 | 707 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,905 | 2,290 | 1,995 | 7,960 | 7,190 | 4,600 |
| Options (change) | 4,270 | 1,993 | 1,736 | 7,404 | 6,688 | 4,279 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 825 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $34,000 | $34,445 | $35,145 | $52,410 | $64,340 | $74,450 |
| Total Invoice | $31,053 | $31,530 | $32,169 | $48,807 | $59,902 | $69,304 |
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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: $11,960 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,747 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SLK250 | 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 | 201hp I4 | 302hp V6 | 415hp 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 | 500, 11 | 500, 11 | 500, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/65-17 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $34,000 | $34,445 | $35,145 | $52,410 | $64,340 | $74,450 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -640 | -6,450 | -7,600 | -8,725 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,000 | $34,445 | $34,505 | $45,960 | $56,740 | $65,725 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $445 | $505 | $0 | $10,780 | $19,765 |
| Total Invoice | $31,053 | $31,530 | $32,169 | $48,807 | $59,902 | $69,304 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -586 | -6,007 | -7,076 | -8,122 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,053 | $31,530 | $31,583 | $42,800 | $52,826 | $61,182 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $477 | $530 | $0 | $10,026 | $18,382 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus X vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited | SLK250 | 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 | |||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| 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 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||||
| 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 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Conversation mirror | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| 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 | $100 | $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 | $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 | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $5,015 | $5,015 | $5,655 | $11,465 | $12,615 | $13,740 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $640 | $6,450 | $7,600 | $8,725 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -586 | -6,007 | -7,076 | -8,122 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus X vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2009 | 2014 |
| Model | Taurus X | SLK |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 95.7 in |
| Length | 200.3 in | 162.8 in |
| Width | 74.9 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 67.4 in | 51.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,034 lb. | 3,242 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 52.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.2 in | 0.0 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 | 6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.4 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.2 ft3 | 10.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X SEL
| 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% |
| SYNC | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 175 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 12% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK250
| Automatic climate control, front | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| No leather in second row | -300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 106% |
| Total Not Requested | -50 | -6% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 19% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 500W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 765 | 60% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Automatic climate control, front | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 19% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 500W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 765 | 60% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG
| Automatic climate control, front | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 19% |
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