| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Mercedes-Benz E-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 E-Class vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,475 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $51,450 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,574 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $48,369 | |||
|
|
|||
Calculate Payments |
|||
|
|
|||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | E-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | E55 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $82,600 | $31,615 | $35,550 |
| Base Invoice | $76,818 | $29,319 | $32,901 |
| Folding third row seats | 995 | ||
| Satellite radio | 500 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 925 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | 430 | ||
| Third-row seat | 875 | ||
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | ||
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| Folding third row seats | 925 | ||
| Satellite radio | 465 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 860 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | 400 | ||
| Third-row seat | 744 | ||
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | ||
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| Options (change) | 2,850 | 4,045 | 850 |
| Options (change) | 2,650 | 3,440 | 723 |
| Destination | 775 | 815 | 815 |
| Gas Tax | 1,700 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $87,925 | $36,475 | $37,215 |
| Total Invoice | $81,943 | $33,574 | $34,439 |
|
|
|||
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
Dealer Price Quotes
|
Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars? Request free, no-obligation Mercedes-Benz E-Class dealer quotes or Ford Explorer dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form. The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours. |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $48,540 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $45,475 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | E-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | E55 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 469hp V8 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T5 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 420, 12 | 80, 4 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 255/50-20 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $87,925 | $36,475 | $37,215 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,220 | 0 | -1,050 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $84,705 | $36,475 | $36,165 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $310 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $81,943 | $33,574 | $34,439 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,001 | 0 | -972 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $78,942 | $33,574 | $33,467 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $107 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | E-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | E55 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power trunk / liftgate pull-down | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $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 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Rear-facing third row seats | $0 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,420 | $4,200 | $5,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,220 | $0 | $1,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,001 | 0 | -972 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 |
| Model | E-Class | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 190.9 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,991 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.6 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.4 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.4 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.8 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.6 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 | 24.4 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.4 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.9 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 53% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 325 | 33% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 28% |
Was this information useful?
We're glad we could help! Share this page: |
|
|
We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it. |
|
|
|
|
See TrueDelta's information for all Mercedes-Benz models.
