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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: $48,435 Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Difference: $26,340 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,661 Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Difference: $24,962 | |||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2014 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | E350 | E63 AMG | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $57,700 | $92,400 | $38,100 |
| Base Invoice | $53,661 | $85,932 | $35,528 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,950 | 2,950 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 2,450 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,500 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 450 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | 490 | ||
| AC power outlet | 115 | ||
| Heated second row seats | 625 | ||
| Special order charge | 250 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,910 | 1,910 | 1,995 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | 1,595 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | ||
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,565 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,150 | ||
| Cargo cover | 135 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,744 | 2,744 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 2,279 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,255 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 419 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | 456 | ||
| AC power outlet | 107 | ||
| Heated second row seats | 581 | ||
| Special order charge | 250 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,776 | 1,776 | 1,741 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | 1,392 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 669 | ||
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,983 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,004 | ||
| Cargo cover | 118 | ||
| Options (change) | 16,170 | 4,860 | 9,440 |
| Options (change) | 15,057 | 4,520 | 8,238 |
| Destination | 905 | 905 | 895 |
| Total Price | $74,775 | $98,165 | $48,435 |
| Total Invoice | $69,623 | $91,357 | $44,661 |
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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: $24,325 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $23,086 | |||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2014 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | E350 | E63 AMG | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 302hp V6 | 518hp V8 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 610, 14 | 610, 14 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-17 | 255/35-19 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $74,775 | $98,165 | $48,435 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,015 | -1,540 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $72,760 | $96,625 | $48,435 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $23,865 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $69,623 | $91,357 | $44,661 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,876 | -1,433 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $67,747 | $89,924 | $44,661 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $22,177 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2013 | 2013 | 2014 |
| Model | E-Class | E-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | E350 | E63 AMG | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| 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 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | |
| USB port | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Rear-facing third row seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,660 | $9,185 | $7,645 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,015 | $1,540 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,876 | -1,433 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2013 | 2014 |
| Model | E-Class | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 192.7 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 58.9 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,060 lb. | 4,535 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.3 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.8 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.0 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 | 20.5 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.5 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 57.4 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E350
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 62% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 17% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1525 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 640 | 30% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E63 AMG
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 62% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Package 302A / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | 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 |
| Total Requested | 3025 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 1450 | 32% |
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