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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: $44,195 Ford Taurus SHO | ||||
| Difference: $12,030 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,733 Ford Taurus SHO | ||||
| Difference: $11,619 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Taurus | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | SHO | SLK300 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $39,980 | $45,950 | $50,950 | $65,700 |
| Base Invoice | $36,882 | $42,734 | $47,384 | $61,101 |
| Navigation system | 795 | |||
| Multicontour seats | 595 | |||
| Package 301A / 401A | 2,000 | |||
| Lighting Package | 1,030 | 1,030 | 1,030 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,980 | 2,980 | 2,980 | |
| Heating Package | 990 | 990 | ||
| Premium I Package | 2,950 | 2,950 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 730 | 730 | 730 | |
| Navigation system | 710 | |||
| Multicontour seats | 531 | |||
| Package 301A / 401A | 1,785 | |||
| Lighting Package | 958 | 958 | 958 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,771 | 2,771 | 2,771 | |
| Heating Package | 921 | 921 | ||
| Premium I Package | 2,744 | 2,744 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | 679 | 679 | 679 | |
| Options (change) | 3,390 | 9,400 | 9,400 | 5,460 |
| Options (change) | 3,026 | 8,743 | 8,743 | 5,078 |
| Destination | 825 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,000 |
| Total Price | $44,195 | $56,225 | $61,225 | $73,035 |
| Total Invoice | $40,733 | $52,352 | $57,002 | $68,054 |
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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: $11,085 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,739 | ||||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Taurus | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | SHO | SLK300 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 228hp V6 | 300hp V6 | 355hp 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 | 380, 11 | 380, 11 | 380, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $44,195 | $56,225 | $61,225 | $73,035 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -945 | -1,995 | -2,245 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $44,195 | $55,280 | $59,230 | $70,790 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,950 | $15,510 |
| Total Invoice | $40,733 | $52,352 | $57,002 | $68,054 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -880 | -1,857 | -2,092 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,733 | $51,472 | $55,145 | $65,962 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,673 | $14,490 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2014 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Taurus | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | SHO | SLK300 | 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 | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Curve control | $50 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| 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 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| 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 | |||
| 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 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | |
| 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 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,595 | $8,540 | $9,590 | $9,840 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $945 | $1,995 | $2,245 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -880 | -1,857 | -2,092 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2014 | 2009 |
| Model | Taurus | SLK |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 95.7 in |
| Length | 202.9 in | 160.7 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 70.4 in |
| Height | 60.7 in | 51.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,970 lb. | 3,210 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.9 in | 52.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.3 in | 54.6 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 | 6.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 20.1 | 9.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| 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% |
| 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 301A / 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 25 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 375 | 21% |
| Total Not Requested | 1425 | 79% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK300
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 17% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 975 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 365 | 27% |
| Heating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 43% |
| Premium I Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2075 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 190 | 8% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 17% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 975 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 365 | 27% |
| Heating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 43% |
| Premium I Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2075 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 190 | 8% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 17% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 975 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 365 | 27% |
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