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Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $45,550

Ford Taurus SHO   
Difference: $19,260

Lowest Total Invoice: $41,573

Ford Taurus SHO   
Difference: $18,767

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112016201620162016
ModelTaurusE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassE-Class
TrimSHOE250 BlueTECE350E400AMG E63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $38,155 $52,650 $53,100 $63,100 $101,700
Base Invoice $35,035 $48,965 $49,383 $58,683 $94,581
Package 402A 3,100        
Adaptive cruise control 1,195        
Multicontour seats 595        
Navigation system 1,550        
Cargo organizer 160 290 290 290 290
Driver Assistance Package   2,800 2,800 2,800 2,800
Sport Package   0 0    
Premium 1 Package   4,180 4,180    
Metallic paint (extra cost)   720 720 720  
Cooled or ventilated front seats   450 450    
Leather seating surfaces   1,620 1,620    
Heated second row seats   625 625 625 625
Special order charge   250 250 250  
Rear spoiler   300 300 300  
Package 402A 2,697        
Adaptive cruise control 1,040        
Multicontour seats 518        
Navigation system 1,349        
Cargo organizer 139 270 270 270 270
Driver Assistance Package   2,604 2,604 2,604 2,604
Sport Package   0 0    
Premium 1 Package   3,887 3,887    
Metallic paint (extra cost)   670 670 670  
Cooled or ventilated front seats   419 419    
Leather seating surfaces   1,507 1,507    
Heated second row seats   581 581 581 581
Special order charge   233 233 233  
Rear spoiler   279 279 279  
Options (change) 6,600 11,235 11,235 4,985 3,715
Options (change) 5,743 10,450 10,450 4,637 3,455
Destination 795 925 925 925 925
Total Price $45,550 $64,810 $65,260 $69,010 $106,340
Total Invoice $41,573 $60,340 $60,758 $64,245 $98,961

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SHO
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,650
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,268
Model Year20112016201620162016
ModelTaurusE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassE-Class
TrimSHOE250 BlueTECE350E400AMG E63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine365hp V6195hp I4 D302hp V6329hp V6577hp V8
TransmissionT6T7T7T7T7
DrivetrainAWDRWDRWDRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12610, 14610, 14?, 8610, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/45-19245/45-17245/40-18245/40-18255/35-19
Total Price$45,550$64,810$65,260$69,010$106,340
Adjustments for Features0-1,610-1,610-1,935-8,735
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$45,550$63,200$63,650$67,075$97,605
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$450$3,875$34,405
Total Invoice$41,573$60,340$60,758$64,245$98,961
Adjustments for Features0-1,499-1,499-1,801-8,129
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$41,573$58,841$59,259$62,444$90,832
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$418$3,603$31,991

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Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Model Year20112016201620162016
ModelTaurusE-ClassE-ClassE-ClassE-Class
TrimSHOE250 BlueTECE350E400AMG E63 S
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100    
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200$1200$1200$1200
AWD$1700   $1700
RWD $0$0$0 
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control$600    
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850$850$850$850
Hands-free trunk or liftgate    $100
Keyless entry keypad$50    
Power trunk closer    $350
Power-adjustable pedals$125    
Proximity key$250  $250$250
Remote app $25$25$25$25
Remote window/roof operation $15$15$15$15
Semi-automated parking system    $500
Sunshade, rear, power$225$225$225 $225
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250    
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350$350$350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25    
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0$0$0
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200$200$200$200
Automatic braking, low-speed $200$200$200$200
Blind spot collision prevention $150$150$150$150
Collision preparation system, rear $100$100$100$100
Driver drowsiness monitor $150$150$150$150
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75$75
Lane departure warning $200$200$200$200
Lane keeping assist $400$400$400$400
Obstacle detection, front    $150
Obstacle detection, rear$250   $250
Pedestrian detection $50$50$50$50
Safety key$5    
Temporary spare tire$150 $150$150$150
Tires, run-flat $150   
Torque vectoring, brake-based    $100
Vehicle health reports$0    
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40    
Console with shifter$150   $150
Console without shifter $150$150$150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25    
Rear seat pass-through $100$100$100$100
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50$50$50$50
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15$15
Residual heat $50$50$50$50
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential    $300
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150$150$150$150
Raised top speed limiter    $0
Exterior 
Body kit $0$0$0$0
Painted brake calipers (optional)    $0
Infotainment 
App support $0$0$0$0
Aux input$50    
In-vehicle Internet $150$150$150$150
Navigation map updates, three years $0$0$0$0
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25    
SD Card slot $25$25$25$25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25$25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225$225$225
Voice control for external devices$0    
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50$50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25$25$25 
Auto-dimming headlights$200   $200
Chronometer    $100
Cornering lights    $50
Fog light, rear $100$100$100$100
Headlight washers    $50
Interior ambient lighting$150    
Interior ambient lighting, configurable $150$150$150$150
LED headlights    $1000
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750$750$750 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25$25$25
Power-folding mirrors $50$50$50$50
Steering-linked headlights    $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25$25$25
Xenon HID headlights$500    
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver    $300
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100$100 
Illuminated door sill trim plates    $200
Leather door panel trim $250$250$250$250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150 
Massage, driver seat$100   $100
Massage, passenger seat$100    
Memory system, passenger seat $150$150$150$150
Metal pedals$75    
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50$50
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat    $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100$100
Power-folding headrests, second row seats    $50
Synthetic suede headliner    $650
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0    
Synthetic suede steering wheel    $150
Upholstered instrument panel   $300$300
Wood trim $300$300$300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical    $500
Adaptive dampers - mechanical $100$100$100 
Alloy wheels$350$350$350 $350
Electronic systems calibration selector    $200
Performance steering system (optional)    $0
Polished alloy wheels   $350 
Rear air springs, auto-leveling    $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0$0$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)    $0
Transmission 
Launch control    $100
Total Value of Features$6,745$8,355$8,355$8,680$15,480
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,610$1,610$1,935$8,735
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,499-1,499-1,801-8,129

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Model Year20112016
ModelTaurusE-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.9 in113.2 in
Length202.9 in192.1 in
Width76.2 in73.0 in
Height60.7 in57.1 in
Curb Weight4,016 lb.3,826 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.21.1 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in37.9 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in38.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.9 in56.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.8 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume20.1 ft316.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO

Package 402A
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested267585%
Total Not Requested47515%
Multicontour seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Massage, passenger seat100No
Total Requested25071%
Total Not Requested10029%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
HD radio50Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Total Requested740100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E250 BlueTEC

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900Yes
Leather door panel trim250No
Total Requested90078%
Total Not Requested25022%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400No
Blind spot intervention150No
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested30016%
Total Not Requested160084%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Alloy wheels, optional design0No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Body kit0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested275100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Rear seat pass-through100No
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested211573%
Total Not Requested80027%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather upholstery, extended coverage900Yes
Leather door panel trim250No
Total Requested90078%
Total Not Requested25022%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400No
Blind spot intervention150No
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested30016%
Total Not Requested160084%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/40HR18 tires200No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Body kit0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Total Requested27558%
Total Not Requested20042%
Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Rear seat pass-through100No
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Media drive15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
App support0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Total Requested211573%
Total Not Requested80027%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E400

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400No
Blind spot intervention150No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Total Requested1007%
Total Not Requested140093%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class AMG E63 S

Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Collision preparation system, rear100No
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane keeping assist system400No
Blind spot intervention150No
Lane departure warning system200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested30016%
Total Not Requested160084%

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