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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: $36,430 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||||
| Difference: $22,935 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,167 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||||
| Difference: $22,105 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | ML350 | ML550 | ML63 AMG | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $48,990 | $57,590 | $94,990 | $28,270 | $31,330 | $32,325 |
| Base Invoice | $45,561 | $53,559 | $88,341 | $25,958 | $28,712 | $29,608 |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,600 | 3,600 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 295 | 295 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,620 | 1,620 | 895 | |||
| Heated second row seats | 620 | 620 | 620 | 585 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,970 | 1,970 | 1,970 | |||
| SYNC | 395 | |||||
| Interior Convenience Group | 595 | |||||
| Interior Power Package | 295 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,995 | |||
| Satellite radio | 195 | |||||
| Heated front seats | 240 | |||||
| Power liftgate | 475 | 475 | 475 | |||
| Sunroof | 960 | 960 | 960 | |||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 995 | 995 | 995 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,348 | 3,348 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 257 | 257 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,507 | 1,507 | 779 | |||
| Heated second row seats | 577 | 577 | 577 | 509 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,832 | 1,832 | 1,832 | |||
| SYNC | 344 | |||||
| Interior Convenience Group | 518 | |||||
| Interior Power Package | 257 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,736 | 1,736 | 1,736 | |||
| Satellite radio | 170 | |||||
| Heated front seats | 209 | |||||
| Power liftgate | 413 | 413 | 413 | |||
| Sunroof | 835 | 835 | 835 | |||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 866 | 866 | 866 | |||
| Options (change) | 9,500 | 9,500 | 2,590 | 7,335 | 4,720 | 5,010 |
| Options (change) | 8,836 | 8,836 | 2,409 | 6,384 | 4,107 | 4,359 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 825 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $59,365 | $67,965 | $98,455 | $36,430 | $36,875 | $38,160 |
| Total Invoice | $55,272 | $63,270 | $91,625 | $33,167 | $33,644 | $34,792 |
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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: $18,225 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,720 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | ML350 | ML550 | ML63 AMG | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 302hp V6 | 402hp V8 | 518hp V8 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | A6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | ?, 8 | 830, 14 | ?, 4 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-19 | 255/50-19 | 265/45-20 | 215/65-17 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 |
| Total Price | $59,365 | $67,965 | $98,455 | $36,430 | $36,875 | $38,160 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,710 | -5,060 | -11,235 | 0 | 0 | -840 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $54,655 | $62,905 | $87,220 | $36,430 | $36,875 | $37,320 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $8,250 | $32,565 | $0 | $445 | $890 |
| Total Invoice | $55,272 | $63,270 | $91,625 | $33,167 | $33,644 | $34,792 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,385 | -4,710 | -10,456 | 0 | 0 | -766 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $50,887 | $58,560 | $81,169 | $33,167 | $33,644 | $34,026 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,673 | $30,282 | $0 | $477 | $859 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | M-Class | M-Class | M-Class | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | ML350 | ML550 | ML63 AMG | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | $40 | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Second-row high console | $250 | |||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | |||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $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 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||||
| Wood trim, alternative type | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - mechanical | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $10,210 | $10,560 | $16,735 | $5,500 | $5,500 | $6,340 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,710 | $5,060 | $11,235 | $0 | $0 | $840 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,385 | -4,710 | -10,456 | 0 | 0 | -766 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz M-Class vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | M-Class | Taurus X |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 189.1 in | 200.3 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 74.9 in |
| Height | 70.7 in | 67.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,752 lb. | 4,034 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 24.6 gal. | 19.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.9 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.5 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.4 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.4 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 | 36.2 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.2 | 47.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 71.0 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML350
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 565 | 30% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz M-Class ML550
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 565 | 30% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X SEL
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| SYNC | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 175 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 12% |
| Interior Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 800 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X Eddie Bauer
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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