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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: $36,555 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||
| Difference: $11,540 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,018 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||
| Difference: $11,774 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | C300 | C400 | C63 AMG | C63 AMG S | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $38,400 | $48,590 | $63,900 | $71,900 | $30,200 | $32,515 |
| Base Invoice | $35,712 | $45,189 | $59,427 | $66,867 | $27,518 | $29,578 |
| Interior Package | 2,300 | 2,300 | ||||
| Premium Package | 2,700 | |||||
| Becker Map Pilot | 600 | 600 | 600 | 600 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 970 | 970 | 255 | 255 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | ||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | |||||
| 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 | ||||
| Interior Package | 2,139 | 2,139 | ||||
| Premium Package | 2,511 | |||||
| Becker Map Pilot | 558 | 558 | 558 | 558 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 902 | 902 | 217 | 217 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | ||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | |||||
| 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) | 8,770 | 6,070 | 6,360 | 3,770 | 5,710 | 4,010 |
| Options (change) | 8,155 | 5,644 | 5,914 | 3,505 | 4,855 | 3,410 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 645 | 645 |
| Total Price | $48,095 | $55,585 | $71,185 | $76,595 | $36,555 | $37,170 |
| Total Invoice | $44,792 | $51,758 | $66,266 | $71,297 | $33,018 | $33,633 |
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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: $6,160 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,763 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | C300 | C400 | C63 AMG | C63 AMG S | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 329hp V6 | 469hp V8 | 503hp V8 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/35-19 | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 |
| Total Price | $48,095 | $55,585 | $71,185 | $76,595 | $36,555 | $37,170 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,380 | -7,605 | -6,455 | -7,605 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,715 | $47,980 | $64,730 | $68,990 | $36,555 | $37,170 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $5,265 | $22,015 | $26,275 | $0 | $615 |
| Total Invoice | $44,792 | $51,758 | $66,266 | $71,297 | $33,018 | $33,633 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,011 | -7,081 | -6,009 | -7,079 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,781 | $44,677 | $60,257 | $64,218 | $33,018 | $33,633 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,896 | $20,476 | $24,437 | $0 | $615 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | C300 | C400 | C63 AMG | C63 AMG S | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| 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 | ||||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |||||
| Electronically-variable engine mounts (performance-oriented) | $500 | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||||
| 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 | ||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces | $450 | |||||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $10,405 | $12,630 | $11,480 | $12,630 | $5,025 | $5,025 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,380 | $7,605 | $6,455 | $7,605 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,011 | -7,081 | -6,009 | -7,079 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2006 |
| Model | C-Class | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 184.5 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 56.8 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,418 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.2 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 | 12.6 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.6 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 49% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 10% |
| Total Not Requested | 1800 | 90% |
| Becker Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C400
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 49% |
| Becker Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
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 |
| Total Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Becker Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C63 AMG S
| Becker Map Pilot | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
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 | No |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 32% |
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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