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Lexus RC vs. Ford Explorer 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.
Lexus RC vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $46,890 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $28,884 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,805 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $25,491 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | RC | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | F | Limited | Sport | Platinum |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $64,165 | $42,090 | $45,950 | $53,940 |
| Base Invoice | $59,673 | $40,196 | $43,883 | $51,512 |
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | 2,550 | |||
| Premium Package F | 3,240 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 500 | |||
| All Weather Package | 280 | |||
| Sunroof | 1,100 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 449 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 800 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | 1,500 | 595 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 110 | 120 | 120 | 120 |
| Cargo mat | 105 | 100 | 100 | 100 |
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,295 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,695 | 1,695 | ||
| Package 401A | 3,875 | |||
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | 2,355 | |||
| Premium Package F | 2,981 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 460 | |||
| All Weather Package | 259 | |||
| Sunroof | 1,012 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 335 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 736 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | 1,380 | 565 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 65 | 114 | 114 | 114 |
| Cargo mat | 65 | 95 | 95 | 95 |
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,230 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,610 | 1,610 | ||
| Package 401A | 3,681 | |||
| Options (change) | 10,634 | 3,805 | 5,790 | 220 |
| Options (change) | 9,648 | 3,614 | 5,500 | 209 |
| Destination | 975 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $75,774 | $46,890 | $52,735 | $55,155 |
| Total Invoice | $70,296 | $44,805 | $50,378 | $52,716 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lexus RC vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $31,339 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $27,837 | ||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | RC | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | F | Limited | Sport | Platinum |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 467hp V8 | 280hp I4 | 365hp V6 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 835, 17 | 390, 12 | 500, 12 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-19 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $75,774 | $46,890 | $52,735 | $55,155 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,455 | -5,445 | -7,920 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $75,774 | $44,435 | $47,290 | $47,235 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,855 | $2,800 |
| Total Invoice | $70,296 | $44,805 | $50,378 | $52,716 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,346 | -5,202 | -7,570 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $70,296 | $42,459 | $45,176 | $45,146 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,717 | $2,687 |
Features Comparison: Lexus RC vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | RC | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | F | Limited | Sport | Platinum |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| RWD | $0 | |||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |||
| Electronic engine sound enhancement | $0 | |||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | |||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | $15 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Torque-sensing limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | |||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Retractable rear spoiler | $400 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | $40 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| LED headlights | $1000 | |||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |||
| Performance meter | $150 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Carbon fiber trim | $200 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood, synthetic suede | $200 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,815 | $10,270 | $13,260 | $15,735 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,455 | $5,445 | $7,920 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,346 | -5,202 | -7,570 |
Specifications Comparison: Lexus RC vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | RC | Explorer |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 107.5 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 184.8 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 54.9 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,738 lb. | 4,458 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.0 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 61.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 45.4 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 34.8 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 44.9 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 27.3 in | 39.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.4 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 10.4 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.4 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Lexus RC F
| Navigation System / Mark Levinson Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Mark Levinson, 835W, 17 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 550 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 38% |
| Premium Package F | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Water-repellent front-door glass | 15 | No |
| Carbon fiber trim | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | 250 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1675 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 565 | 25% |
| All Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 43% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Safe and Smart Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1125 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 35% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | 200 | No |
| Sony, 500W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1990 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 1650 | 45% |
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