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Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 CLK vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $54,935 Ford Explorer Platinum | |||
| Difference: $3,960 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $52,507 Ford Explorer Platinum | |||
| Difference: $2,326 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | CLK | CLK | Explorer |
| Trim | CLK350 | CLK550 | Platinum |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $46,450 | $55,150 | $53,940 |
| Base Invoice | $43,198 | $51,290 | $51,512 |
| Premium I Package | 2,550 | 2,250 | |
| Premium III Package | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| Premium II Package | 1,100 | 1,100 | |
| Power trunk closer | 530 | 530 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 550 | 550 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 500 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,290 | 2,290 | |
| Heated front seats | 710 | 710 | |
| Proximity key | 1,110 | 1,110 | |
| Satellite radio | 520 | 520 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | 710 | |
| Premium I Package | 2,372 | 2,092 | |
| Premium III Package | 930 | 930 | |
| Premium II Package | 1,022 | 1,024 | |
| Power trunk closer | 493 | 493 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 512 | 512 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 465 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,130 | 2,130 | |
| Heated front seats | 660 | 660 | |
| Proximity key | 1,032 | 1,032 | |
| Satellite radio | 484 | 484 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 660 | 660 | |
| Options (change) | 11,570 | 10,770 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 10,760 | 10,017 | 0 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 995 |
| Total Price | $58,895 | $66,795 | $54,935 |
| Total Invoice | $54,833 | $62,182 | $52,507 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,805 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,692 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | CLK | CLK | Explorer |
| Trim | CLK350 | CLK550 | Platinum |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 268hp V6 | 382hp V8 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 320, 12 | 320, 12 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $58,895 | $66,795 | $54,935 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -200 | -10,845 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $58,895 | $66,595 | $44,090 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,700 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $54,833 | $62,182 | $52,507 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -186 | -10,366 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $54,833 | $61,996 | $42,141 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,163 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | CLK | CLK | Explorer |
| Trim | CLK350 | CLK550 | Platinum |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Automatic seat belt presenters, front row | $100 | $100 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | |
| 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 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $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 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| 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 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,915 | $6,115 | $16,760 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $200 | $10,845 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -186 | -10,366 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | CLK | Explorer |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 183.2 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 68.5 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 55.4 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,586 lb. | 4,458 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.1 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.2 in | 61.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 35.8 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 49.3 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 45.9 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.0 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 | 10.4 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 10.4 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.4 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLK CLK350
| Premium I Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 320W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1575 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 590 | 27% |
| Premium III Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 40% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz CLK CLK550
| Premium I Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 320W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 565 | 30% |
| Premium III Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 40% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 33% |
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