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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: $44,485 Ford Taurus SHO | ||||
| Difference: $13,160 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,968 Ford Taurus SHO | ||||
| Difference: $12,707 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Taurus | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | SHO | SLK300 | SLK350 | AMG SLK55 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $39,300 | $47,000 | $59,200 | $72,600 |
| Base Invoice | $36,254 | $43,710 | $55,056 | $67,518 |
| Multicontour seats | 595 | |||
| Package 302A / 402A | 3,000 | |||
| Navigation system | 795 | |||
| Premium 2 Package | 4,490 | 4,490 | 3,050 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,390 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 770 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 350 | 350 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Premium 3 Package | 1,295 | |||
| Multicontour seats | 531 | |||
| Package 302A / 402A | 2,678 | |||
| Navigation system | 710 | |||
| Premium 2 Package | 4,175 | 4,175 | 2,837 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,153 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 716 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 326 | 326 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | |
| Premium 3 Package | 1,204 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,390 | 9,720 | 5,560 | 5,065 |
| Options (change) | 3,919 | 9,040 | 5,171 | 4,711 |
| Destination | 795 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Total Price | $44,485 | $57,645 | $65,685 | $78,590 |
| Total Invoice | $40,968 | $53,675 | $61,152 | $73,154 |
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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: $9,490 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,290 | ||||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Taurus | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | SHO | SLK300 | SLK350 | AMG SLK55 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 241hp I4 | 302hp V6 | 415hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T9 | 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 | $44,485 | $57,645 | $65,685 | $78,590 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,670 | -3,470 | -5,720 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $44,485 | $53,975 | $62,215 | $72,870 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $8,240 | $18,895 |
| Total Invoice | $40,968 | $53,675 | $61,152 | $73,154 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,417 | -3,231 | -5,324 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,968 | $50,258 | $57,921 | $67,830 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $7,663 | $17,572 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2013 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Taurus | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | SHO | SLK300 | SLK350 | AMG SLK55 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Curve control | $50 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| 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 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||
| 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 | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,720 | $10,390 | $10,190 | $12,440 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,670 | $3,470 | $5,720 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,417 | -3,231 | -5,324 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2013 | 2016 |
| 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 | 3,970 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
| Multicontour seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 50% |
| Package 302A / 402A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 1275 | 44% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK300
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| No leather in second row | -300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 106% |
| Total Not Requested | -50 | -6% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Analog clock | 25 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1975 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 16% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 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 | 1000 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 34% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Analog clock | 25 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1975 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 16% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK AMG SLK55
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 165 | 11% |
| Premium 3 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 500 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 44% |
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