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Lincoln MKS 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.
Lincoln MKS vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $48,345 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $320 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,404 Lincoln MKS | ||
| Difference: $1,795 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2018 |
| Model | MKS | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $38,490 | $42,090 |
| Base Invoice | $35,461 | $40,196 |
| Adaptive cruise control | 995 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 120 |
| Remote start | 395 | |
| AWD | 1,890 | 2,150 |
| Ultimate Package | 5,995 | |
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,295 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,695 | |
| 3.5L V6 | 0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 856 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 65 | 114 |
| Remote start | 340 | |
| AWD | 1,701 | 2,054 |
| Ultimate Package | 5,156 | |
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,230 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,610 | |
| 3.5L V6 | 0 | |
| Options (change) | 9,350 | 5,260 |
| Options (change) | 8,118 | 5,008 |
| Destination | 825 | 995 |
| Total Price | $48,665 | $48,345 |
| Total Invoice | $44,404 | $46,199 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lincoln MKS vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,025 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,701 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2018 |
| Model | MKS | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 273hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/23 MPG | 16/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 14 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-19 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $48,665 | $48,345 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,705 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,665 | $43,640 |
| Total Invoice | $44,404 | $46,199 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,496 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,404 | $41,703 |
Features Comparison: Lincoln MKS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2009 | 2018 |
| Model | MKS | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,530 | $10,235 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,705 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,496 |
Specifications Comparison: Lincoln MKS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2009 | 2018 |
| Model | MKS | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 204.1 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 75.9 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 61.6 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,276 lb. | 4,633 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.7 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.6 in | 61.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.3 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.6 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.4 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.3 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.6 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 | 18.4 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.4 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.4 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Lincoln MKS
| Ultimate Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| 255/45VR19 tires | 400 | No |
| CD player | 125 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| THX-certified, 600W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3525 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 1140 | 24% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Tow hook(s), front | 40 | No |
| Hill descent control | 250 | No |
| Terrain selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 490 | 100% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1025 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 41% |
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