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Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Ford Taurus X 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 M-Class vs. Ford Taurus X Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $35,625 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| Difference: $15,070 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,581 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| Difference: $14,622 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | M-Class | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | ML350 | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $39,750 | $27,030 | $29,770 | $30,750 |
| Base Invoice | $36,968 | $24,942 | $27,408 | $28,291 |
| Premium Package | 6,150 | |||
| Sunroof | 1,390 | 960 | 960 | 960 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 690 | |||
| Satellite radio | 500 | 195 | 195 | 195 |
| Heated front seats | 690 | 240 | 240 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 295 | 295 | |
| Interior Power Package | 295 | |||
| Interior Convenience Package | 595 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | |||
| Power liftgate | 475 | 475 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,995 | |
| AWD | 1,850 | 1,850 | 1,850 | |
| Limited Ultimate Package | 825 | |||
| Premium Package | 5,720 | |||
| Sunroof | 1,293 | 835 | 835 | 835 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 642 | |||
| Satellite radio | 465 | 170 | 170 | 170 |
| Heated front seats | 642 | 209 | 209 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 698 | 257 | 257 | |
| Interior Power Package | 257 | |||
| Interior Convenience Package | 518 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | |||
| Power liftgate | 413 | 413 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,736 | 1,736 | 1,736 | |
| AWD | 1,665 | 1,665 | 1,664 | |
| Limited Ultimate Package | 718 | |||
| Options (change) | 10,170 | 7,795 | 6,010 | 5,825 |
| Options (change) | 9,460 | 6,839 | 5,285 | 5,123 |
| Destination | 775 | 800 | 800 | 800 |
| Total Price | $50,695 | $35,625 | $36,580 | $37,375 |
| Total Invoice | $47,203 | $32,581 | $33,493 | $34,214 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Ford Taurus X
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,580 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $14,166 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | M-Class | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | ML350 | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 268hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | A6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/20 MPG | 15/22 MPG | 15/22 MPG | 15/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | ?, 4 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/65-17 | 215/65-17 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 |
| Total Price | $50,695 | $35,625 | $36,580 | $37,375 |
| Adjustments for Features | -490 | 0 | 0 | -700 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $50,205 | $35,625 | $36,580 | $36,675 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $955 | $1,050 |
| Total Invoice | $47,203 | $32,581 | $33,493 | $34,214 |
| Adjustments for Features | -456 | 0 | 0 | -641 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $46,747 | $32,581 | $33,493 | $33,573 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $912 | $992 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | M-Class | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | ML350 | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Brake assist | $50 | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Power height adjuster, 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 tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $6,490 | $6,000 | $6,000 | $6,700 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $490 | $0 | $0 | $700 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -456 | 0 | 0 | -641 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | M-Class | Taurus X |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 114.7 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 188.5 in | 200.3 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 74.9 in |
| Height | 69.8 in | 67.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,623 lb. | 4,204 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 19.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.9 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.9 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.2 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.8 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 40.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 46.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.4 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.4 | 47.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.4 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | 275 | Yes |
| Roof rails | 250 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 2325 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 38% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X SEL
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 14% |
| Interior Power Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 26% |
| Interior Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X Eddie Bauer
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
| Limited Ultimate Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 36% |
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