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Lincoln MKZ vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Lincoln MKZ vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $46,900

Lincoln MKZ Select   
Difference: $8,255

Lowest Total Invoice: $44,252

Lincoln MKZ Select   
Difference: $8,464

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182018201820182018
ModelMKZMKZMKZMKZMKZExplorer
TrimSelectHybrid SelectReserveHybrid ReserveBlack LabelPlatinum
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $38,340 $38,340 $40,010 $40,010 $47,830 $53,940
Base Invoice $36,377 $36,377 $37,809 $37,809 $44,960 $51,512
Technology Package 2,495 2,495 2,495 2,495 2,495  
Climate Package 595 595 595 595 595  
Revel 14 speakers 1,180 1,180        
All-weather floor mats 120 120 120 120 120 120
Inflatable rear seat belts 250 250 250 250    
Sunroof, large 2,995 2,995 2,995 2,995 1,795  
Machined alloy wheels     695 695    
Cargo mat           100
Technology Package 2,271 2,271 2,271 2,271 2,271  
Climate Package 542 542 542 542 542  
Revel 14 speakers 1,074 1,074        
All-weather floor mats 109 109 109 109 109 114
Inflatable rear seat belts 228 228 228 228    
Sunroof, large 2,726 2,726 2,726 2,726 1,634  
Machined alloy wheels     633 633    
Cargo mat           95
Options (change) 7,635 7,635 7,150 7,150 5,005 220
Options (change) 6,950 6,950 6,509 6,509 4,556 209
Destination 925 925 925 925 925 995
Total Price $46,900 $46,900 $48,085 $48,085 $53,760 $55,155
Total Invoice $44,252 $44,252 $45,243 $45,243 $50,441 $52,716

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Select
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,650
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,105
Model Year201820182018201820182018
ModelMKZMKZMKZMKZMKZExplorer
TrimSelectHybrid SelectReserveHybrid ReserveBlack LabelPlatinum
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine245hp I4141hp I4 H245hp I4141hp I4 H245hp I4365hp V6
TransmissionT6CVTT6CVTT6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 14?, 14?, 14?, 14?, 20500, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18245/45-18245/40-19245/40-19245/40-19255/50-20
Total Price$46,900$46,900$48,085$48,085$53,760$55,155
Adjustments for Features0-150-300-200-2,100-5,755
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$46,900$46,750$47,785$47,885$51,660$49,400
Cost Above Minimum$150$0$1,035$1,135$4,910$0
Total Invoice$44,252$44,252$45,243$45,243$50,441$52,716
Adjustments for Features0-142-282-188-1,970-5,501
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$44,252$44,110$44,961$45,055$48,471$47,215
Cost Above Minimum$142$0$851$945$4,361$0

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Features Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year201820182018201820182018
ModelMKZMKZMKZMKZMKZExplorer
TrimSelectHybrid SelectReserveHybrid ReserveBlack LabelPlatinum
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 $1100 $1100$1100
CVT $1000 $1000  
FWD$0$0$0$0$0 
AWD     $1700
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control     $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850$850$850 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate     $100
Power liftgate     $350
Power trunk closer$350$350$350$350$350 
Power-adjustable pedals     $125
Remote app  $25$25$25$25
Remote climate control  $25$25$25$25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200$200 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200$200$200 
Curve control     $50
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150$150$150 
Hill descent control     $250
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75$75 
Pedestrian detection$50$50$50$50$50 
Rollover sensor     $50
Side curtain airbags$350$350$350$350$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows     $500
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150 $150$150
Terrain selector     $200
Trailer sway control     $25
Wide-view front camera     $150
Cargo Management 
Class III trailer hitch     $250
Console with shifter     $150
Console without shifter$150$150$150$150$150 
Rear seat pass-through$100$100$100$100$100 
Roof rails     $250
Trailering equipment (7 wire)     $150
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100$100 
Rear air vents with manual controls     $150
Rear HVAC unit     $400
Rear wiper     $175
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25$25$25 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150 $150  
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding$350$350$350$350$350 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)     $250
Deep-tinted rear windows     $275
Laminated front side windows$200$200$200$200$200 
Panoramic sunroof     $1200
Rear bumper protector     $40
Rear spoiler     $200
Sunroof, large$1100$1100$1100$1100$1100 
Tow hook(s), front     $40
Wheel-lip moldings     $75
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity     $0
Concierge Services - 4 year subscription    $200 
Wi-Fi hotspot     $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection$25$25$25$25$25 
Detailed driving style feedback $100 $100  
LED headlights    $1000 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only     $750
Spotter mirror(s)$50$50    
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150$150$150 
Xenon HID headlights$500$500$500$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300$300$300$300
Leather door panel trim    $250$250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150$150 
Manual recliner, second row seats     $75
Massage, driver seat     $100
Massage, passenger seat     $100
Power-stowing third row seats     $1000
Synthetic suede headliner    $650 
Tailgating position, third row seats     $50
Upgraded floor mats    $0 
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather    $200 
Upholstered instrument panel, leather     $1000
Wood trim$300$300$300$300 $300
Wood trim, alternative type    $300 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel     $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500$500$500$500$500 
Alloy wheels$350$350  $350 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200$200 
Machined alloy wheels  $350$350 $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)     $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100 $100$100
Total Value of Features$7,825$7,975$8,125$8,025$9,925$13,580
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$150$300$200$2,100$5,755
Value of Feature Adjustments0-142-282-188-1,970-5,501

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Specifications Comparison: Lincoln MKZ vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20182018
ModelMKZExplorer
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.2 in112.6 in
Length193.9 in198.3 in
Width73.4 in78.9 in
Height58.1 in70.0 in
Curb Weight3,740 lb.4,458 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.5 gal.18.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.9 in41.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.7 in61.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.1 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom36.6 in40.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.3 in61.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.8 in56.8 in
Row 2 Legroom37.0 in39.5 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.8 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.7 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in33.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
15.4 ft321.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
15.443.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
15.481.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Select

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested155054%
Total Not Requested130046%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested60096%
Total Not Requested254%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Select

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested155054%
Total Not Requested130046%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested60096%
Total Not Requested254%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Reserve

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested155054%
Total Not Requested130046%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested60096%
Total Not Requested254%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Reserve

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested155054%
Total Not Requested130046%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested60096%
Total Not Requested254%

Option Package Details
Lincoln MKZ Black Label

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested155054%
Total Not Requested130046%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Wiper de-icer25No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Total Requested60096%
Total Not Requested254%

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