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Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class 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 R-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $43,600 Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| Difference: $19,170 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $39,866 Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| Difference: $18,387 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | R-Class |
| Trim | SHO | R350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $38,155 | $50,240 |
| Base Invoice | $35,025 | $46,537 |
| Navigation system | 1,550 | |
| Package 402A | 3,100 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 6,050 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 660 | |
| Heated front seats | 750 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 985 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 800 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 600 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |
| Navigation system | 1,349 | |
| Package 402A | 2,697 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 5,627 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 614 | |
| Heated front seats | 698 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 916 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 744 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 558 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | |
| Options (change) | 4,650 | 11,655 |
| Options (change) | 4,046 | 10,841 |
| Destination | 795 | 875 |
| Total Price | $43,600 | $62,770 |
| Total Invoice | $39,866 | $58,253 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,760 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,150 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | R-Class |
| Trim | SHO | R350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 268hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 440, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 255/50-19 |
| Total Price | $43,600 | $62,770 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,410 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $43,600 | $60,360 |
| Total Invoice | $39,866 | $58,253 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,237 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,866 | $56,016 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | R-Class |
| Trim | SHO | R350 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| 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 third row seats | $600 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, third row seats | $125 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,320 | $9,730 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,410 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,237 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz R-Class
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Taurus | R-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 126.6 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 203.0 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 77.1 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 65.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,016 lb. | 4,950 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 60.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 40.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 59.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 36.2 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 32.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.1 | 42.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.1 | 85.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Package 402A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 48% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R350
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 9% |
| 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% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2215 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 1050 | 32% |
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