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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: $47,710 Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| Difference: $6,680 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $45,167 Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| Difference: $6,817 | ||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2017 |
| Model | Taurus | Explorer |
| Trim | SHO | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $40,275 | $53,235 |
| Base Invoice | $38,060 | $50,839 |
| Package 301A / 401A | 2,000 | |
| Navigation system | 795 | |
| Driver Assist Package | 1,995 | |
| Multicontour seats | 595 | |
| Ashtray and lighter (optional) | 90 | 90 |
| All-weather floor mats | 90 | 120 |
| Sunroof | 995 | |
| Package 301A / 401A | 1,900 | |
| Navigation system | 755 | |
| Driver Assist Package | 1,895 | |
| Multicontour seats | 565 | |
| Ashtray and lighter (optional) | 86 | 86 |
| All-weather floor mats | 86 | 114 |
| Sunroof | 945 | |
| Options (change) | 6,560 | 210 |
| Options (change) | 6,232 | 200 |
| Destination | 875 | 945 |
| Total Price | $47,710 | $54,390 |
| Total Invoice | $45,167 | $51,984 |
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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: $25 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $409 | ||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2017 |
| 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) | 16/24 MPG | 16/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $47,710 | $54,390 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,705 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $47,710 | $47,685 |
| Total Invoice | $45,167 | $51,984 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,408 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $45,167 | $45,576 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2016 | 2017 |
| 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 window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| 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 | ||
| 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 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| 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 | $5,800 | $12,505 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $6,705 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -6,408 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2016 | 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 | 4,343 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 301A / 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | 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 | 1300 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 31% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driver Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1700 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 8% |
| 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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