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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: $44,990 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $51,855 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,413 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $48,826 | ||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | E-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | E55 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $82,600 | $37,535 |
| Base Invoice | $76,818 | $34,952 |
| Premium Package | 3,650 | |
| Lighting Package | 990 | |
| Satellite radio | 500 | |
| Power liftgate | 520 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 925 | |
| Proximity key | 1,080 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 3,110 | |
| Folding third row seats | 995 | |
| Package 302A | 4,305 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | 595 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Premium Package | 3,395 | |
| Lighting Package | 921 | |
| Satellite radio | 465 | |
| Power liftgate | 484 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 860 | |
| Proximity key | 1,004 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,892 | |
| Folding third row seats | 925 | |
| Package 302A | 3,659 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | 506 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | |
| Options (change) | 11,770 | 6,630 |
| Options (change) | 10,946 | 5,636 |
| Destination | 775 | 825 |
| Gas Tax | 1,700 | 0 |
| Total Price | $96,845 | $44,990 |
| Total Invoice | $90,239 | $41,413 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $52,005 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $48,964 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | E-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | E55 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 469hp V8 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T5 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 420, 12 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $96,845 | $44,990 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -150 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $96,845 | $44,840 |
| Total Invoice | $90,239 | $41,413 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -138 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $90,239 | $41,275 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | E-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | E55 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | |
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| 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 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, 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-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Rear-facing third row seats | $0 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,745 | $8,895 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $150 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -138 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | E-Class | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 190.9 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,991 lb. | 4,579 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.6 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.4 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.4 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.1 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.8 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.6 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 | 24.4 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.4 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.9 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E55
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | 200 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 49% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 51% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Steering-linked fog lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A | ||
| 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 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 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 | Yes |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2450 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 1525 | 38% |
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