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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: $36,340 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $29,435 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,676 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $27,556 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | E350 | E63 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $57,150 | $91,500 | $28,370 | $31,115 |
| Base Invoice | $53,150 | $85,095 | $26,790 | $29,361 |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,500 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,910 | 1,910 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,450 | |||
| Third-row seat | 845 | 375 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 255 | |||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,255 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,776 | 1,776 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,232 | |||
| Third-row seat | 718 | 319 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||
| Satellite radio | 166 | 166 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 217 | |||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | ||
| Options (change) | 7,750 | 1,910 | 7,235 | 5,060 |
| Options (change) | 7,207 | 1,776 | 6,151 | 4,303 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 735 | 735 |
| Total Price | $65,775 | $94,285 | $36,340 | $36,910 |
| Total Invoice | $61,232 | $87,746 | $33,676 | $34,399 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $24,525 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $22,985 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | E350 | E63 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 302hp V6 | 518hp V8 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 610, 14 | 610, 14 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-17 | 255/35-19 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $65,775 | $94,285 | $36,340 | $36,910 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,910 | -4,045 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $60,865 | $90,240 | $36,340 | $36,910 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $29,375 | $0 | $570 |
| Total Invoice | $61,232 | $87,746 | $33,676 | $34,399 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,571 | -3,764 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $56,661 | $83,982 | $33,676 | $34,399 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $27,321 | $0 | $723 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | E350 | E63 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |||
| 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 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | |||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $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 thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Rear-facing third row seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $10,585 | $9,720 | $5,675 | $5,675 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,910 | $4,045 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,571 | -3,764 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2007 |
| Model | E-Class | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 192.7 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 58.9 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,060 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.3 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.8 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.0 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 | 20.5 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.5 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.4 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1015 | 50% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 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% |
| 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% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| 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% |
| 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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