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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: $45,370 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $8,365 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,780 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $8,267 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | C300 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $40,250 | $66,100 | $73,700 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $37,433 | $61,473 | $68,541 | $35,268 |
| Parking Assist Package | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,090 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | |
| Leather Seating Package | 1,950 | |||
| Premium Driver Assistance Package | 3,050 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Rear spoiler | 350 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,595 |
| Heated front seats | 580 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 450 | 450 | 450 | |
| Power trunk closer | 250 | |||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 850 | 850 | ||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,590 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | 1,950 | 1,250 | 595 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,500 | |||
| Parking Assist Package | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,014 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,046 | 2,046 | 2,046 | |
| Leather Seating Package | 1,814 | |||
| Premium Driver Assistance Package | 2,837 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | |
| Rear spoiler | 326 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 930 | 930 | 930 | 1,356 |
| Heated front seats | 539 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 419 | 419 | 419 | |
| Power trunk closer | 233 | |||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | 791 | 791 | ||
| AMG Leather Package | 2,409 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | 1,814 | 1,163 | 506 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,825 | |||
| Options (change) | 12,490 | 10,000 | 7,560 | 6,690 |
| Options (change) | 11,619 | 9,302 | 7,033 | 5,687 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 825 |
| Total Price | $53,735 | $77,095 | $82,255 | $45,370 |
| Total Invoice | $50,047 | $71,770 | $76,569 | $41,780 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,890 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,893 | ||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | C300 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 469hp V8 | 503hp V8 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T9 | T7 | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 5 | 590, 13 | 590, 13 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 245/35-19 | 245/35-19 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $53,735 | $77,095 | $82,255 | $45,370 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,475 | -900 | -1,600 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $52,260 | $76,195 | $80,655 | $45,370 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $23,935 | $28,395 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $50,047 | $71,770 | $76,569 | $41,780 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,374 | -838 | -1,489 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $48,673 | $70,932 | $75,080 | $41,780 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $22,259 | $26,407 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | C-Class | C-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | C300 | AMG C63 | AMG C63 S | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Remote start via app | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | |||
| Collision preparation system, rear | $100 | |||
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | $0 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | |||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||
| 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 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | $250 | ||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Suggestive steering | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $10,595 | $10,020 | $10,720 | $9,120 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,475 | $900 | $1,600 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,374 | -838 | -1,489 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz C-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | C-Class | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 111.8 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 184.5 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 56.8 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,418 lb. | 4,558 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 61.3 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 | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.2 in | 39.8 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 | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 12.6 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 12.6 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 12.6 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300
| Parking Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 37% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| 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 | 725 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 23% |
| Leather Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 25% |
| Premium Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic detection for collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Collision preparation system, rear | 100 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane keeping assist | 400 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot collision prevention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 32% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 68% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63
| Parking Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 37% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| 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 | 725 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 23% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz C-Class AMG C63 S
| Parking Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 37% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| 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 | 725 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 23% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 3175 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 24% |
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