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Ford Taurus 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 Taurus vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,325 Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| Difference: $9,690 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,070 Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| Difference: $9,204 | |||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SEL | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $22,980 | $31,520 | $37,535 |
| Base Invoice | $21,127 | $29,479 | $34,952 |
| Safety and Security Package | 995 | ||
| Preferred Equipment Group | 1,735 | ||
| Heated mirrors | 35 | ||
| Sunroof | 895 | ||
| Package 202A | 3,075 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Safety and Security Package | 886 | ||
| Preferred Equipment Group | 1,544 | ||
| Heated mirrors | 31 | ||
| Sunroof | 797 | ||
| Package 202A | 2,614 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | 1,356 | |
| Options (change) | 3,660 | 4,670 | 1,595 |
| Options (change) | 3,258 | 3,970 | 1,356 |
| Destination | 685 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $27,325 | $37,015 | $39,955 |
| Total Invoice | $25,070 | $34,274 | $37,133 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,685 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,644 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SEL | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 153hp V6 | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | A4 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 4 | ?, 8 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-16 | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $27,325 | $37,015 | $39,955 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,005 | -7,320 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,325 | $31,010 | $32,635 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,625 |
| Total Invoice | $25,070 | $34,274 | $37,133 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,560 | -6,803 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,070 | $28,714 | $30,330 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,616 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SEL | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | $150 | |
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | |
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| Cassette player | $50 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,450 | $8,455 | $9,770 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $6,005 | $7,320 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -5,560 | -6,803 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.5 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 197.6 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 56.1 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,344 lb. | 4,579 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.0 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.5 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.1 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.6 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.7 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.9 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.0 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 17.0 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 17.0 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SEL
| Safety and Security Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 400 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Front side airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Preferred Equipment Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Cassette player | 50 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1725 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 13% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Package 202A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1625 | 50% |
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