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Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 CLS vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,555 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $33,880 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,018 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $32,632 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | CLS500 | CLS55 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $64,900 | $86,600 | $30,200 | $32,515 |
| Base Invoice | $60,357 | $80,538 | $27,518 | $29,578 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,100 | 1,100 | 255 | 255 |
| CD changer, in-dash | 430 | 430 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,240 | 1,240 | 1,995 | 1,995 |
| Heated front seats | 690 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | |||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,023 | 1,023 | 217 | 217 |
| CD changer, in-dash | 400 | 400 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,153 | 1,153 | 1,696 | 1,696 |
| Heated front seats | 642 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | |||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | |||
| Options (change) | 3,460 | 2,770 | 5,710 | 4,010 |
| Options (change) | 3,218 | 2,576 | 4,855 | 3,410 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 645 | 645 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 1,700 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $70,435 | $91,845 | $36,555 | $37,170 |
| Total Invoice | $65,650 | $85,589 | $33,018 | $33,633 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $30,675 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $29,645 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | CLS500 | CLS55 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 302hp V8 | 469hp V8 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T5 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | 480, 13 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 |
| Total Price | $70,435 | $91,845 | $36,555 | $37,170 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,205 | -4,155 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $67,230 | $87,690 | $36,555 | $37,170 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $20,460 | $0 | $615 |
| Total Invoice | $65,650 | $85,589 | $33,018 | $33,633 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,987 | -3,872 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $62,663 | $81,717 | $33,018 | $33,633 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $19,054 | $0 | $615 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | CLS | CLS | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | CLS500 | CLS55 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | ||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | ||
| 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 air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |||
| 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 lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $7,055 | $8,005 | $3,850 | $3,850 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,205 | $4,155 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,987 | -3,872 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | CLS | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 193.0 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 54.7 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,813 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 36.9 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.2 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 58.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 36.1 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 57.6 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.0 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 | 15.8 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.8 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 20% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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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