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Mercedes-Benz CLA 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 CLA vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $46,650 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250 | |||
| Difference: $7,265 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $43,449 Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250 | |||
| Difference: $8,083 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2016 |
| Model | CLA | CLA | Explorer |
| Trim | CLA250 | CLA45 AMG | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $31,500 | $48,500 | $52,970 |
| Base Invoice | $29,295 | $45,105 | $50,587 |
| Premium Package | 2,300 | 2,300 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,480 | 2,480 | |
| Interior Package | 1,650 | 1,650 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,500 | 2,500 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 850 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | |
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 650 | 850 | |
| Wood trim | 325 | 325 | |
| Sunroof, large | 1,480 | 1,480 | |
| Premium Package | 2,139 | 2,139 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | |
| Multimedia Package | 2,306 | 2,306 | |
| Interior Package | 1,535 | 1,535 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,325 | 2,325 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 791 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | 669 | |
| Rear spoiler | 279 | 279 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 605 | 791 | |
| Wood trim | 302 | 302 | |
| Sunroof, large | 1,376 | 1,376 | |
| Options (change) | 14,225 | 13,575 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 13,229 | 12,624 | 0 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 945 |
| Total Price | $46,650 | $63,000 | $53,915 |
| Total Invoice | $43,449 | $58,654 | $51,532 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Platinum | |||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $665 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $503 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2016 |
| Model | CLA | CLA | Explorer |
| Trim | CLA250 | CLA45 AMG | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 208hp I4 | 355hp I4 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | S7 | S7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 450, 12 | 450, 12 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 235/40-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $46,650 | $63,000 | $53,915 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,525 | -7,930 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,650 | $60,475 | $45,985 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $13,825 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $43,449 | $58,654 | $51,532 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,351 | -7,580 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,449 | $56,303 | $43,952 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $12,854 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2016 |
| Model | CLA | CLA | Explorer |
| Trim | CLA250 | CLA45 AMG | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| 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 | ||
| 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 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| 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 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust | $250 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Front splitter spoiler | $200 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | $1100 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| 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 capability | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| 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 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| 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 | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,180 | $9,705 | $15,110 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,525 | $7,930 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,351 | -7,580 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLA vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2016 |
| Model | CLA | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 70.0 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 56.6 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,263 lb. | 4,458 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.2 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 61.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.2 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 35.6 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.2 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 27.1 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 | 13.1 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.1 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.1 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA250
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1550 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 18% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| 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 | 950 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 165 | 15% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 9% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 64% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLA CLA45 AMG
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 450W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1550 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 18% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| 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 | 950 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 165 | 15% |
| Interior Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 9% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 64% |
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