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Mercedes-Benz R-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 R-Class vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $41,570 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $22,885 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $37,418 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $22,610 | |||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | R-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | R500 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $55,500 | $30,200 | $32,515 |
| Base Invoice | $51,645 | $27,518 | $29,578 |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,050 | ||
| Trim Package | 1,200 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 690 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 255 | 255 |
| Sunroof | 1,490 | 850 | 850 |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 3,000 | ||
| Third-row seat | 845 | 845 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | 650 | 650 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | ||
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 795 | 795 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | |
| 4WD w/low range | 2,225 | 2,225 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 976 | ||
| Trim Package | 1,116 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 642 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 698 | 217 | 217 |
| Sunroof | 1,386 | 723 | 723 |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,790 | ||
| Third-row seat | 718 | 718 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | 553 | 553 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | ||
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 676 | 676 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,068 | 1,068 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | |
| 4WD w/low range | 1,980 | 1,980 | |
| Options (change) | 8,180 | 10,725 | 9,025 |
| Options (change) | 7,608 | 9,255 | 7,810 |
| Destination | 775 | 645 | 645 |
| Total Price | $64,455 | $41,570 | $42,185 |
| Total Invoice | $60,028 | $37,418 | $38,033 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $21,870 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $21,665 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | R-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | R500 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 302hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T7 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/4L | 4WD w/4L |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/18 MPG | 14/20 MPG | 14/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/55-18 | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 |
| Total Price | $64,455 | $41,570 | $42,185 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,015 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $63,440 | $41,570 | $42,185 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $615 |
| Total Invoice | $60,028 | $37,418 | $38,033 |
| Adjustments for Features | -945 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $59,083 | $37,418 | $38,033 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $615 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | R-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | R500 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| 4WD w/low range | $2200 | $2200 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | ||
| Power trunk / liftgate pull-down | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Removable second-row console | $200 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | ||
| CD player | $125 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, third row seats | $125 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,615 | $7,600 | $7,600 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,015 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -945 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | R-Class | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 75.7 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,929 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 60.3 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 39.8 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.4 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.6 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.2 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 32.4 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500
| Trim Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Rear HVAC unit | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| 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 | 825 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 15% |
| 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% |
| 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 tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height 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% |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 875 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Rear HVAC unit | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| 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 | 825 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 15% |
| 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% |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 875 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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