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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: $44,605 Ford Taurus SHO | |||
| Difference: $7,525 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,718 Ford Taurus SHO | |||
| Difference: $9,082 | |||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Taurus | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SHO | Sport | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $37,770 | $45,355 | $53,235 |
| Base Invoice | $34,663 | $43,315 | $50,839 |
| Navigation system | 1,750 | ||
| Package 401B | 2,000 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,195 | 1,150 | |
| Multicontour seats | 595 | ||
| Remote start | 395 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 120 | 120 |
| Package 401A | 2,965 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,523 | ||
| Package 401B | 1,740 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,040 | 1,094 | |
| Multicontour seats | 518 | ||
| Remote start | 344 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 65 | 114 | 114 |
| Package 401A | 2,817 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,515 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,010 | 5,830 | 120 |
| Options (change) | 5,230 | 5,540 | 114 |
| Destination | 825 | 945 | 945 |
| Total Price | $44,605 | $52,130 | $54,300 |
| Total Invoice | $40,718 | $49,800 | $51,898 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Platinum | |||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Ford Taurus SHO | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $295 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,632 | |||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Taurus | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SHO | Sport | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/25 MPG | 16/22 MPG | 16/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 500, 12 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $44,605 | $52,130 | $54,300 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,740 | -9,990 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $44,605 | $45,390 | $44,310 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,080 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $40,718 | $49,800 | $51,898 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,439 | -9,548 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,718 | $43,361 | $42,350 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,011 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2010 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Taurus | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SHO | Sport | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,165 | $12,905 | $16,155 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $6,740 | $9,990 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -6,439 | -9,548 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2010 | 2017 |
| Model | Taurus | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,415 lb. | 4,890 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 61.5 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 | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.8 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 39.5 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 | 33.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.1 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.1 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| 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% |
| Package 401B | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 17% |
| Multicontour seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sony, 500W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 825 | 37% |
| Total Not Requested | 1390 | 63% |
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