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Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz GL 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. Mercedes-Benz GL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,300 Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| Difference: $37,925 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,762 Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| Difference: $35,750 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | GL |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | GL450 / GL350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $23,635 | $27,620 | $61,950 |
| Base Invoice | $21,801 | $25,388 | $57,614 |
| Interior Convenience Package | 895 | ||
| Safety and Security Package | 695 | ||
| Heated front seats | 240 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 295 | 800 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | 1,930 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 995 | 995 | |
| AWD | 1,850 | 1,850 | |
| Limited Convenience Package | 475 | ||
| Stability control | 495 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,950 | ||
| Interior Convenience Package | 779 | ||
| Safety and Security Package | 605 | ||
| Heated front seats | 209 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 257 | 744 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | 1,795 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 866 | 866 | |
| AWD | 1,666 | 1,666 | |
| Limited Convenience Package | 413 | ||
| Stability control | 431 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,814 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,865 | 3,815 | 5,400 |
| Options (change) | 5,161 | 3,376 | 5,023 |
| Destination | 800 | 800 | 875 |
| Total Price | $30,300 | $32,235 | $68,225 |
| Total Invoice | $27,762 | $29,564 | $63,512 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $29,980 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $28,354 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | GL |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | GL450 / GL350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 335hp V8 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/24 MPG | 17/24 MPG | 13/18 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 4 | ?, 7 | 80, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-17 | 225/55-18 | 275/55-19 |
| Total Price | $30,300 | $32,235 | $68,225 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -815 | -7,945 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,300 | $31,420 | $60,280 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,120 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $27,762 | $29,564 | $63,512 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -747 | -7,396 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,762 | $28,817 | $56,116 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,055 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | GL |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | GL450 / GL350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| USB port | $25 | ||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,200 | $6,015 | $13,145 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $815 | $7,945 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -747 | -7,396 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz GL
| Model Year | 2008 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | GL |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 121.1 in |
| Length | 200.4 in | 200.6 in |
| Width | 74.5 in | 76.0 in |
| Height | 61.5 in | 72.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,814 lb. | 5,346 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 26.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 40.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 58.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 41.3 in | 39.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.5 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.2 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.2 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 21.2 | 83.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SEL
| Interior Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 800 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Safety and Security Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 425 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 23% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited
| Limited Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 165 | 32% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz GL GL450 / GL350
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 40% |
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