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Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz S-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 S-Class Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $44,635 Ford Taurus SHO | |||||
| Difference: $50,825 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,744 Ford Taurus SHO | |||||
| Difference: $48,165 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class |
| Trim | SHO | S550 | S63 AMG | S600 | S65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Base Price | $37,770 | $86,700 | $127,000 | $144,200 | $194,000 |
| Base Invoice | $34,663 | $80,631 | $118,110 | $134,106 | $180,420 |
| Navigation system | 1,450 | ||||
| Package 402B | 2,800 | ||||
| Multicontour seats | 595 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,195 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,850 | 2,850 | |||
| Premium II Package | 2,860 | ||||
| Rearview camera | 750 | ||||
| iPod integration | 425 | 425 | 425 | 425 | |
| Navigation system | 1,262 | ||||
| Package 402B | 2,436 | ||||
| Multicontour seats | 518 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,040 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,650 | 2,650 | |||
| Premium II Package | 2,660 | ||||
| Rearview camera | 698 | ||||
| iPod integration | 395 | 395 | 395 | 395 | |
| Options (change) | 6,040 | 6,885 | 3,275 | 425 | 425 |
| Options (change) | 5,256 | 6,403 | 3,045 | 395 | 395 |
| Destination | 825 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 1,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 |
| Total Price | $44,635 | $95,460 | $134,150 | $148,500 | $198,300 |
| Total Invoice | $40,744 | $88,909 | $125,030 | $138,376 | $184,690 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SHO | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $47,590 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $45,152 | |||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class |
| Trim | SHO | S550 | S63 AMG | S600 | S65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 382hp V8 | 518hp V8 | 510hp V12 | 604hp V12 |
| Transmission | T6 | T7 | T7 | T5 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 600, 14 | 600, 14 | 600, 14 | 600, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 255/45-18 | 255/35-20 | 255/45-18 | 255/35-20 |
| Total Price | $44,635 | $95,460 | $134,150 | $148,500 | $198,300 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,235 | -7,485 | -11,535 | -11,460 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $44,635 | $92,225 | $126,665 | $136,965 | $186,840 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $34,440 | $44,740 | $94,615 |
| Total Invoice | $40,744 | $88,909 | $125,030 | $138,376 | $184,690 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,013 | -6,976 | -10,749 | -10,673 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,744 | $85,896 | $118,054 | $127,627 | $174,017 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $32,158 | $41,731 | $88,121 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class |
| Trim | SHO | S550 | S63 AMG | S600 | S65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshades, second row, power | $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 | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||||
| Night vision | $1750 | $1750 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Safety key | $5 | ||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | |||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | ||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||||
| USB port | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Memory system, second row seats | $150 | $150 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| 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 headrest height adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, second row seats | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | $650 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather | $200 | $200 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,345 | $10,580 | $14,830 | $18,880 | $18,805 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,235 | $7,485 | $11,535 | $11,460 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,013 | -6,976 | -10,749 | -10,673 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class
| Model Year | 2010 | 2008 |
| Model | Taurus | S-Class |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 124.6 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 205.0 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 58.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,016 lb. | 4,466 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 23.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 59.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 58.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 42.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 20.1 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Package 402B | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| 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 | 2375 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 25% |
| Multicontour seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S550
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 26% |
| Total Not Requested | 1150 | 74% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 36% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S63 AMG
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 26% |
| Total Not Requested | 1150 | 74% |
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