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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: $46,845 Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| Difference: $8,300 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $43,075 Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| Difference: $9,632 | ||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2018 |
| Model | Taurus | Explorer |
| Trim | SHO | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $39,300 | $53,940 |
| Base Invoice | $36,254 | $51,512 |
| Package 302A / 402A | 3,000 | |
| Navigation system | 795 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,195 | |
| Multicontour seats | 595 | |
| Ashtray and lighter (optional) | 95 | 90 |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 120 |
| Sunroof | 995 | |
| Package 302A / 402A | 2,678 | |
| Navigation system | 710 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,067 | |
| Multicontour seats | 531 | |
| Ashtray and lighter (optional) | 85 | 86 |
| All-weather floor mats | 67 | 114 |
| Sunroof | 888 | |
| Options (change) | 6,750 | 210 |
| Options (change) | 6,026 | 200 |
| Destination | 795 | 995 |
| Total Price | $46,845 | $55,145 |
| Total Invoice | $43,075 | $52,707 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $995 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,650 | ||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2018 |
| Model | Taurus | Explorer |
| Trim | SHO | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/25 MPG | 16/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $46,845 | $55,145 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -7,305 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,845 | $47,840 |
| Total Invoice | $43,075 | $52,707 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,982 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,075 | $45,725 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2013 | 2018 |
| Model | Taurus | Explorer |
| Trim | SHO | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $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 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,740 | $13,045 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $7,305 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -6,982 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2013 | 2018 |
| 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 | 4,343 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
| Package 302A / 402A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 2350 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 20% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Multicontour seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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