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Ford Taurus vs. Mercury Mariner 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. Mercury Mariner Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $26,540 Mercury Mariner Luxury | ||||
| Difference: $220 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,625 Ford Taurus SEL | ||||
| Difference: $67 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Mariner | Mariner |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | Luxury | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $23,635 | $27,620 | $23,285 | $25,035 |
| Base Invoice | $21,801 | $25,388 | $21,700 | $23,292 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | 795 | ||
| Sunroof | 895 | 895 | 895 | |
| Heated front seats | 240 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 295 | 255 | ||
| Limited Convenience Package | 475 | |||
| Comfort Package | 595 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 595 | 595 | ||
| Moon and Tune Package | 655 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | 716 | ||
| Sunroof | 779 | 779 | 806 | |
| Heated front seats | 209 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 257 | 230 | ||
| Limited Convenience Package | 413 | |||
| Comfort Package | 536 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 536 | 536 | ||
| Moon and Tune Package | 589 | |||
| Options (change) | 2,325 | 1,370 | 2,640 | 1,745 |
| Options (change) | 2,024 | 1,192 | 2,377 | 1,572 |
| Destination | 800 | 800 | 615 | 615 |
| Total Price | $26,760 | $29,790 | $26,540 | $27,395 |
| Total Invoice | $24,625 | $27,380 | $24,692 | $25,479 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercury Mariner
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercury Mariner Luxury | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $370 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $73 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Mariner | Mariner |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | Luxury | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 200hp V6 | 200hp V6 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | A4 | A4 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/28 MPG | 18/28 MPG | 20/24 MPG | 20/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 4 | ?, 7 | 320, 7 | 320, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/60-17 | 225/55-18 | 235/70-16 | 235/70-16 |
| Total Price | $26,760 | $29,790 | $26,540 | $27,395 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,615 | -150 | -400 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $26,760 | $28,175 | $26,390 | $26,995 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,415 | $0 | $605 |
| Total Invoice | $24,625 | $27,380 | $24,692 | $25,479 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,484 | -140 | -372 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $24,625 | $25,896 | $24,552 | $25,107 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,271 | $0 | $555 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercury Mariner
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | Taurus | Mariner | Mariner |
| Trim | SEL | Limited | Luxury | Premier |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | $800 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | $150 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $2,600 | $4,215 | $2,750 | $3,000 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,615 | $150 | $400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,484 | -140 | -372 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Mercury Mariner
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Taurus | Mariner |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 103.2 in |
| Length | 200.4 in | 174.9 in |
| Width | 74.5 in | 70.1 in |
| Height | 61.5 in | 68.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,643 lb. | 3,295 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 16.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 40.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 53.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 41.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 39.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 49.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 41.3 in | 35.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.2 ft3 | 29.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 21.2 | 66.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited
| Limited Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 49% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 51% |
Option Package Details
Mercury Mariner Luxury
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Front side airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1125 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Comfort Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Overhead sunglass holder | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 530 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 16% |
| Moon and Tune Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Roof rack | 300 | No |
| Unbranded, 320W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Mercury Mariner Premier
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Front side airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sunroof | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Roof rack | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
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