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Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $42,800 Ford Taurus SHO | ||||
| Difference: $11,255 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $39,170 Ford Taurus SHO | ||||
| Difference: $11,167 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Taurus | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | SHO | SLK250 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $38,155 | $42,900 | $55,400 | $67,990 |
| Base Invoice | $35,025 | $39,897 | $51,522 | $63,231 |
| Navigation system | 1,850 | |||
| Package 401A | 2,000 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,290 | 1,290 | 1,290 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,150 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,590 | 2,590 | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | 760 | 760 | 760 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Rear spoiler | 350 | 350 | ||
| Proximity key | 650 | 650 | 650 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 970 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 770 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,610 | |||
| Package 401A | 1,740 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,409 | 2,409 | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | 707 | 707 | 707 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | |
| Rear spoiler | 326 | 326 | ||
| Proximity key | 605 | 605 | 605 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 902 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 716 | |||
| Options (change) | 3,850 | 10,250 | 9,480 | 6,540 |
| Options (change) | 3,350 | 9,535 | 8,819 | 6,084 |
| Destination | 795 | 905 | 905 | 905 |
| Total Price | $42,800 | $54,055 | $65,785 | $75,435 |
| Total Invoice | $39,170 | $50,337 | $61,246 | $70,220 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SHO | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,600 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,832 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Taurus | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | SHO | SLK250 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 201hp I4 | 302hp V6 | 415hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 500, 11 | 500, 11 | 500, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $42,800 | $54,055 | $65,785 | $75,435 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,655 | -5,805 | -6,730 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,800 | $49,400 | $59,980 | $68,705 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $10,580 | $19,305 |
| Total Invoice | $39,170 | $50,337 | $61,246 | $70,220 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,335 | -5,404 | -6,265 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,170 | $46,002 | $55,842 | $63,955 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $9,840 | $17,953 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | Taurus | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | SHO | SLK250 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,070 | $10,725 | $11,875 | $12,800 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,655 | $5,805 | $6,730 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,335 | -5,404 | -6,265 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | Taurus | SLK |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 95.7 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 162.8 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 51.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,016 lb. | 3,242 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 52.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 42.5 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 | 6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.1 | 10.1 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 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 23% |
| Total Not Requested | 1550 | 77% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK250
| Automatic climate control, front | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| No leather in second row | -300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 106% |
| Total Not Requested | -50 | -6% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 740 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 34% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 500W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 41% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Automatic climate control, front | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 740 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 34% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 500W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 41% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG
| Automatic climate control, front | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 62% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 44% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 740 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 34% |
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