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Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $46,435 Ford Taurus SHO | |||||
| Difference: $47,390 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $43,943 Ford Taurus SHO | |||||
| Difference: $43,380 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Taurus | SL | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | SHO | SL400 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $42,770 | $85,050 | $108,050 | $149,700 | $217,550 |
| Base Invoice | $40,418 | $79,097 | $100,487 | $139,221 | $202,322 |
| Driver Assist Package | 1,995 | ||||
| Navigation system | 795 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,950 | 2,950 | 2,950 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,900 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||
| Driver Assist Package | 1,895 | ||||
| Navigation system | 755 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,744 | 2,744 | 2,744 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 4,557 | ||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||
| Options (change) | 2,790 | 7,850 | 2,950 | 2,950 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 2,650 | 7,301 | 2,744 | 2,744 | 0 |
| Destination | 875 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $46,435 | $93,825 | $111,925 | $153,575 | $219,775 |
| Total Invoice | $43,943 | $87,323 | $104,156 | $142,890 | $204,547 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SHO | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $37,330 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $34,017 | |||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Taurus | SL | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | SHO | SL400 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 329hp V6 | 449hp V8 | 577hp V8 | 621hp V12 |
| Transmission | T6 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 600, 11 | 600, 11 | 600, 11 | 900, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-20 | 255/40-18 | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $46,435 | $93,825 | $111,925 | $153,575 | $219,775 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -10,060 | -10,060 | -15,035 | -19,335 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,435 | $83,765 | $101,865 | $138,540 | $200,440 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $18,100 | $54,775 | $116,675 |
| Total Invoice | $43,943 | $87,323 | $104,156 | $142,890 | $204,547 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -9,363 | -9,362 | -13,989 | -17,995 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,943 | $77,960 | $94,794 | $128,901 | $186,552 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $16,834 | $50,941 | $108,592 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2018 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Taurus | SL | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | SHO | SL400 | SL550 | AMG SL63 | AMG SL65 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||||
| Power door closers | $300 | ||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | ||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | ||||
| Wind blocker, power small | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| 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 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||||
| Curve control | $50 | ||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||||
| Night vision | $1750 | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||||
| Safety key | $5 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | |||||
| Adaptive windshield washer system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated washer fluid system | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Washer fluid outlets in wiper blade | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | |||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Electronically-variable tint, sunroof or glass roof panel | $2000 | ||||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | |||
| Compass | $0 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| 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 | $300 | |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Leather headliner | $1000 | ||||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $6,870 | $16,930 | $16,930 | $21,905 | $26,205 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $10,060 | $10,060 | $15,035 | $19,335 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -9,363 | -9,362 | -13,989 | -17,995 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | Taurus | SL |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 101.8 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 181.8 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 73.9 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 51.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,970 lb. | 3,936 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 19.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 42.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.1 | 13.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Driver Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 11% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL400
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 62% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | 300 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | 300 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 46% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL550
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 62% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL AMG SL63
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 62% |
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