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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: $53,915 Ford Explorer Platinum | |||
| Difference: $2,120 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $51,532 Ford Explorer Platinum | |||
| Difference: $645 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2016 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | C300 | C400 | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $38,400 | $48,590 | $52,970 |
| Base Invoice | $35,712 | $45,189 | $50,587 |
| Premium Package | 2,700 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,690 | 2,690 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,800 | 2,800 | |
| Interior Package | 2,300 | 2,300 | |
| Power trunk closer | 250 | 250 | |
| Sport Package | 2,500 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | |
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | 1,480 | |
| Premium Package | 2,511 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,502 | 2,502 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,604 | 2,604 | |
| Interior Package | 2,139 | 2,139 | |
| Power trunk closer | 233 | 233 | |
| Sport Package | 2,325 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | |
| Rear spoiler | 279 | 279 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | 1,376 | |
| Options (change) | 16,710 | 11,510 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 15,540 | 10,704 | 0 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 945 |
| Total Price | $56,035 | $61,025 | $53,915 |
| Total Invoice | $52,177 | $56,818 | $51,532 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,060 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,367 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2016 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | C300 | C400 | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 329hp V6 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $56,035 | $61,025 | $53,915 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,700 | -4,940 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $56,035 | $59,325 | $48,975 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,290 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $52,177 | $56,818 | $51,532 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,583 | -4,722 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $52,177 | $55,235 | $46,810 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,058 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2016 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | C300 | C400 | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| RWD | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | |
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,495 | $9,195 | $12,435 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,700 | $4,940 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,583 | -4,722 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2016 |
| Model | C-Class | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 184.5 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 56.8 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,418 lb. | 4,458 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 61.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.2 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 | 12.6 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.6 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 17% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 53% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 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 | 1300 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 26% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Analog clock | 25 | No |
| 245/40HR18 tires | 200 | No |
| 225/45HR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Metal pedals | 75 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 41% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C400
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 925 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 53% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 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 | 1300 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 26% |
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