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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: $44,510 Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| Difference: $340 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,635 Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| Difference: $703 | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Taurus | Explorer |
| Trim | SHO | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $37,770 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $34,663 | $35,268 |
| Package 402B | 2,800 | |
| Navigation system | 1,450 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,195 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 |
| Remote start | 395 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,500 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Package 402B | 2,436 | |
| Navigation system | 1,262 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,040 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 65 | 64 |
| Remote start | 344 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,825 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Options (change) | 5,915 | 6,170 |
| Options (change) | 5,147 | 5,245 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $44,510 | $44,850 |
| Total Invoice | $40,635 | $41,338 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,245 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,680 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Taurus | Explorer |
| Trim | SHO | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $44,510 | $44,850 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,585 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $44,510 | $42,265 |
| Total Invoice | $40,635 | $41,338 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,383 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,635 | $38,955 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Taurus | Explorer |
| Trim | SHO | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,040 | $7,625 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,585 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,383 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | Taurus | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,016 lb. | 4,558 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.3 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.8 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 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 | 20.1 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.1 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.1 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Package 402B | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2175 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 975 | 31% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2675 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 36% |
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