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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: $34,330 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||||
| Difference: $13,995 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,966 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||||
| Difference: $13,041 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | C450 AMG | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $38,950 | $45,490 | $50,800 | $65,250 | $73,250 | $28,370 | $31,115 |
| Base Invoice | $36,224 | $42,306 | $47,244 | $60,683 | $68,123 | $26,790 | $29,361 |
| Interior Package | 2,880 | 2,880 | 2,150 | ||||
| Premium 2 Package | 2,220 | 2,220 | 1,520 | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | 550 | 550 | |||||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 600 | 600 | 600 | 600 | 600 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | 1,480 | ||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||
| Luxury Package | 1,450 | ||||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |||||
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | |||||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | |||||
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | |||||
| Interior Package | 2,678 | 2,678 | 2,000 | ||||
| Premium 2 Package | 2,065 | 2,065 | 1,414 | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | 512 | 512 | |||||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 558 | 558 | 558 | 558 | 558 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | 669 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | 1,376 | ||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||
| Luxury Package | 1,232 | ||||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |||||
| Satellite radio | 166 | 166 | |||||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | |||||
| Remote start | 326 | 326 | |||||
| Options (change) | 8,450 | 8,450 | 6,470 | 5,390 | 2,800 | 5,225 | 3,775 |
| Options (change) | 7,858 | 7,858 | 6,017 | 5,012 | 2,603 | 4,441 | 3,209 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 735 | 735 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -4,043 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $48,325 | $50,822 | $58,195 | $71,565 | $76,975 | $34,330 | $35,625 |
| Total Invoice | $45,007 | $47,046 | $54,186 | $66,620 | $71,651 | $31,966 | $33,305 |
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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: $9,290 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,659 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | C450 AMG | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 208hp I4 PiH | 362hp V6 | 469hp V8 | 503hp V8 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | T7 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 590, 13 | 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 | 225/45-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/35-19 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $48,325 | $50,822 | $58,195 | $71,565 | $76,975 | $34,330 | $35,625 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,705 | -6,330 | -7,405 | -6,080 | -7,430 | 0 | -250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $43,620 | $44,492 | $50,790 | $65,485 | $69,545 | $34,330 | $35,375 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $872 | $7,170 | $21,865 | $25,925 | $0 | $1,045 |
| Total Invoice | $45,007 | $47,046 | $54,186 | $66,620 | $71,651 | $31,966 | $33,305 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,382 | -5,860 | -6,895 | -5,660 | -6,916 | 0 | -234 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,625 | $41,186 | $47,291 | $60,960 | $64,735 | $31,966 | $33,071 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $561 | $6,666 | $20,335 | $24,110 | $0 | $1,105 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | C300 | C350e | C450 AMG | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||||||
| Accessories | |||||||
| Eco accelerator | $100 | ||||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||||||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $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 | |||||||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | ||||||
| 6 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | ||||||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $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 | ||||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $9,855 | $11,480 | $12,555 | $11,230 | $12,580 | $5,150 | $5,400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,705 | $6,330 | $7,405 | $6,080 | $7,430 | $0 | $250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,382 | -5,860 | -6,895 | -5,660 | -6,916 | 0 | -234 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2016 | 2007 |
| 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? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 44% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 11% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 89% |
| Garmin 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 C350e
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 44% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 11% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 89% |
| Garmin 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 C450 AMG
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 150 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 44% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 750 | No |
| Burmester, 590W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1350 | 100% |
| Garmin 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 AMG C63
| 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% |
| Garmin 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 AMG C63 S
| Garmin 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
| 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% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| 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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