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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: $36,895 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $36,085 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,307 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $34,635 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $66,100 | $73,700 | $30,200 | $32,515 |
| Base Invoice | $61,473 | $68,541 | $27,518 | $29,578 |
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | |||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 625 | 625 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | 1,950 | 1,250 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | |||
| 235/65R18 | 595 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | ||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | |||
| Garmin Map Pilot | 581 | 581 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | 1,814 | 1,163 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | |||
| 235/65R18 | 506 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | ||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,885 | 2,595 | 6,050 | 3,755 |
| Options (change) | 5,474 | 2,414 | 5,144 | 3,193 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 645 | 645 |
| Total Price | $72,980 | $77,290 | $36,895 | $36,915 |
| Total Invoice | $67,942 | $71,950 | $33,307 | $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: $29,630 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $28,626 | ||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 469hp V8 | 503hp V8 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/35-19 | 245/35-19 | 235/65-18 | 245/65-17 |
| Total Price | $72,980 | $77,290 | $36,895 | $36,915 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,455 | -6,405 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $66,525 | $70,885 | $36,895 | $36,915 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,360 | $0 | $20 |
| Total Invoice | $67,942 | $71,950 | $33,307 | $33,416 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,009 | -5,962 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $61,933 | $65,988 | $33,307 | $33,416 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,055 | $0 | $109 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $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 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | $250 | ||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | |||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $10,230 | $10,180 | $3,775 | $3,775 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,455 | $6,405 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,009 | -5,962 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 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 | 17.4 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 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
| 235/65R18 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 235/65R18 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 53% |
| 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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