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Mercedes-Benz C-Class 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.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,300 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||
| Difference: $6,350 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,801 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||
| Difference: $6,925 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $33,990 | $35,900 | $39,990 | $58,200 | $30,200 | $32,515 |
| Base Invoice | $31,611 | $33,387 | $37,191 | $54,126 | $27,518 | $29,578 |
| Premium 1 Package | 1,995 | 1,995 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,700 | 2,700 | 2,700 | 3,350 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | 1,620 | |||
| Heated front seats | 750 | 750 | 750 | |||
| AMG Leather Package | 3,030 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||||
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | |||||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | ||||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | ||||
| Premium 1 Package | 1,855 | 1,855 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,511 | 2,511 | 2,511 | 3,115 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | 1,507 | |||
| Heated front seats | 698 | 698 | 698 | |||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,818 | |||||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | |||||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | ||||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | ||||
| Options (change) | 7,785 | 7,785 | 5,790 | 7,100 | 5,455 | 3,755 |
| Options (change) | 7,240 | 7,240 | 5,385 | 6,602 | 4,638 | 3,193 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 645 | 645 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2,100 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $42,650 | $44,560 | $46,655 | $68,275 | $36,300 | $36,915 |
| Total Invoice | $39,726 | $41,502 | $43,451 | $63,703 | $32,801 | $33,416 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,905 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,427 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 228hp V6 | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 451hp V8 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | T7 | T7 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 100, 8 | 100, 8 | 100, 8 | 450, 12 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 |
| Total Price | $42,650 | $44,560 | $46,655 | $68,275 | $36,300 | $36,915 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,250 | -1,450 | -3,375 | -555 | -555 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,650 | $43,310 | $45,205 | $64,900 | $35,745 | $36,360 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $660 | $2,555 | $22,250 | $0 | $615 |
| Total Invoice | $39,726 | $41,502 | $43,451 | $63,703 | $32,801 | $33,416 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,164 | -1,350 | -3,149 | -502 | -502 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,726 | $40,338 | $42,101 | $60,554 | $32,299 | $32,914 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $612 | $2,375 | $20,828 | $0 | $615 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | C300 Sport Sedan | C300 Luxury Sedan | C350 Sport Sedan | C63 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||||
| Traffic information | $25 | |||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||||
| Total Value of Features | $2,820 | $4,070 | $4,270 | $6,195 | $3,375 | $3,375 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,250 | $1,450 | $3,375 | $555 | $555 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,164 | -1,350 | -3,149 | -502 | -502 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 |
| Model | C-Class | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,528 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.3 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.9 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.9 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.4 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.4 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.4 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.4 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Sport Sedan
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 41% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 59% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 Luxury Sedan
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 41% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 59% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C350 Sport Sedan
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG
| AMG Leather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1000 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 58% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 865 | 52% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 20% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
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