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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: $42,270 Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| Difference: $2,660 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,845 Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| Difference: $2,517 | |||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Explorer |
| Trim | Limited | SHO | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $34,280 | $39,980 | $37,535 |
| Base Invoice | $31,624 | $36,882 | $34,952 |
| Navigation system | 795 | 795 | |
| Driver Assist Package | 1,995 | ||
| Package 301A / 401A | 2,325 | 2,000 | |
| Rear spoiler | 275 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 85 | 85 | 75 |
| Polished alloy wheels | 695 | 595 | |
| Sunroof | 995 | 995 | |
| Package 302A | 4,305 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | ||
| Navigation system | 710 | 710 | |
| Driver Assist Package | 1,781 | ||
| Package 301A / 401A | 2,075 | 1,785 | |
| Rear spoiler | 245 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 76 | 76 | 64 |
| Polished alloy wheels | 621 | 506 | |
| Sunroof | 888 | 888 | |
| Package 302A | 3,659 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | ||
| Options (change) | 7,165 | 3,875 | 6,570 |
| Options (change) | 6,396 | 3,459 | 5,585 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $42,270 | $44,680 | $44,930 |
| Total Invoice | $38,845 | $41,166 | $41,362 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $110 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $170 | |||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Explorer |
| Trim | Limited | SHO | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 288hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 390, 12 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-20 | 255/45-19 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $42,270 | $44,680 | $44,930 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,375 | -2,550 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,270 | $42,305 | $42,380 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $35 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $38,845 | $41,166 | $41,362 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,188 | -2,347 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,845 | $38,978 | $39,015 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $133 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Explorer |
| Trim | Limited | SHO | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $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 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $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 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,925 | $7,300 | $7,475 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,375 | $2,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,188 | -2,347 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2014 | 2011 |
| 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 | 3,970 lb. | 4,579 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 Limited
| 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% |
| Driver Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 38% |
| Package 301A / 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| 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 | 825 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 60% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| 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% |
| Driver Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 38% |
| Package 301A / 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| 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 | 700 | 37% |
| Total Not Requested | 1175 | 63% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A | ||
| 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 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| 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 | 3175 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 20% |
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