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Ford Taurus vs. Lexus RX Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Taurus vs. Lexus RX Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,925

Ford Taurus Limited   
Difference: $21,115

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,905

Ford Taurus Limited   
Difference: $20,408

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082017
ModelTaurusRX
TrimLimited350
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $27,620 $43,120
Base Invoice $25,388 $40,316
Limited Convenience Package 475  
Navigation system 1,995  
Stability control 495  
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted 995  
Chrome-clad alloy wheels 695  
AWD 1,850 1,400
Navigation Package   1,690
Sunroof   1,100
Obstacle detection, rear   535
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens   2,095
Luxury Package   4,485
Cooled or ventilated front seats   640
Limited Convenience Package 413  
Navigation system 1,736  
Stability control 431  
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted 866  
Chrome-clad alloy wheels 605  
AWD 1,666 1,309
Navigation Package   1,563
Sunroof   1,012
Obstacle detection, rear   492
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens   1,929
Luxury Package   4,128
Cooled or ventilated front seats   589
Options (change) 6,505 11,945
Options (change) 5,717 11,022
Destination 800 975
Total Price $34,925 $56,040
Total Invoice $31,905 $52,313

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Lexus RX

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,885
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,858
Model Year20082017
ModelTaurusRX
TrimLimited350
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine263hp V6295hp V6
TransmissionA6T8
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/24 MPG19/26 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7?, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-18235/55-20
Total Price$34,925$56,040
Adjustments for Features0-10,230
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,925$45,810
Total Invoice$31,905$52,313
Adjustments for Features0-9,550
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,905$42,763

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Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Lexus RX

Model Year20082017
ModelTaurusRX
TrimLimited350
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850
Cruise control$150 
Heated steering wheel $100
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power liftgate $350
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Proximity key $250
Remote app $25
Remote window/roof operation $15
Sunshades, second row $125
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200
Automatic braking, low-speed $200
Backup collision intervention $150
Brake assist $50
Forward collision warning $200
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane departure warning $200
Lane keeping assist $400
Obstacle detection, front $150
Pedestrian detection $50
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Cargo net$40 
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Water-repellent front-door glass $15
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows $200
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear spoiler $200
Self-repairing paint $0
Sunroof $900
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
App support $0
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player $0
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens $1200
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted$1000 
HD radio $50
HDMI port $25
Satellite radio $200
Siri Eyes Free support $0
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for external devices$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming headlights $200
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Compass$0 
Interior ambient lighting $150
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Folding passenger seat$150 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Leather door panel trim $250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Wood trim, alternative type $300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels$600 
Chrome-coated alloy wheels $600
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$5,615$15,845
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$10,230
Value of Feature Adjustments0-9,550

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Lexus RX

Model Year20082017
ModelTaurusRX
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.9 in109.8 in
Length200.4 in192.5 in
Width74.5 in74.6 in
Height61.5 in67.7 in
Curb Weight3,814 lb.4,387 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.19.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.8 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in56.6 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in44.1 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in39.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.5 in57.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.7 in56.1 in
Row 2 Legroom41.3 in38.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.2 ft318.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
21.256.3 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited

Limited Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Cargo net40No
Total Requested35068%
Total Not Requested16532%

Option Package Details
Lexus RX 350

Obstacle detection, rear
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Backup collision intervention150No
Total Requested25045%
Total Not Requested30055%
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens1200No
AC power outlet100No
HDMI port25No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1325100%
Cooled or ventilated front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Heated front seats200Yes
Total Requested20040%
Total Not Requested30060%
Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system550Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Automatic air recirculation100No
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Unbranded, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Speed limit information0No
Vehicle health reports0No
App support0No
Total Requested65059%
Total Not Requested45041%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Sunshades, second row125No
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel0No
Heated steering wheel100No
Interior ambient lighting150No
Wood trim, alternative type300No
Illuminated door sill trim plates100No
Chrome-coated alloy wheels250No
235/55VR20 tires400No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Roof rails250No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Leather door panel trim250No
Total Requested110032%
Total Not Requested232568%

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