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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: $37,925 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| Difference: $15,705 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,358 Mercedes-Benz R-Class R63 AMG | |||||
| Difference: $9,665 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | R-Class | R-Class | R-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | R350 / R320 | R500 | R63 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $43,000 | $50,500 | $87,400 | $28,370 | $31,115 |
| Base Invoice | $39,990 | $46,965 | $21,282 | $26,790 | $29,361 |
| CD changer, remote | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Trim Package | 1,750 | 1,750 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | 700 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 760 | 760 | 255 | ||
| Heated front seats | 700 | ||||
| Sunroof | 1,500 | 1,500 | 850 | 850 | |
| Navigation system | 1,650 | 1,650 | 1,995 | 1,995 | |
| Roof rack | 200 | 200 | |||
| Removable second-row console | 400 | 400 | |||
| Entertainment system, console-mounted | 1,695 | 1,695 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 3,050 | ||||
| Luxury Package | 1,450 | ||||
| Third-row seat | 845 | 375 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | 675 | 285 | |||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |||
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 795 | 795 | |||
| Roof rack crossbars | 115 | 115 | |||
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | |||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | ||||
| CD changer, remote | 465 | 465 | 465 | ||
| Trim Package | 1,628 | 1,628 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 651 | 651 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 707 | 707 | 217 | ||
| Heated front seats | 651 | ||||
| Sunroof | 1,395 | 1,395 | 723 | 723 | |
| Navigation system | 1,534 | 1,534 | 1,696 | 1,696 | |
| Roof rack | 186 | 186 | |||
| Removable second-row console | 372 | 372 | |||
| Entertainment system, console-mounted | 1,576 | 1,576 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,836 | ||||
| Luxury Package | 1,232 | ||||
| Third-row seat | 718 | 319 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | 574 | 243 | |||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |||
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 676 | 676 | |||
| Roof rack crossbars | 97 | 97 | |||
| Satellite radio | 166 | 166 | |||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | ||||
| Options (change) | 9,855 | 9,155 | 3,550 | 8,820 | 6,255 |
| Options (change) | 9,165 | 8,514 | 3,301 | 7,498 | 5,319 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 775 | 735 | 735 |
| Total Price | $53,630 | $60,430 | $91,725 | $37,925 | $38,105 |
| Total Invoice | $49,930 | $56,254 | $25,358 | $35,023 | $35,415 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mercedes-Benz R-Class R63 AMG | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,715 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,436 | |||||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | R-Class | R-Class | R-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | R350 / R320 | R500 | R63 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 268hp V6 | 302hp V8 | 503hp V8 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 80, 8 | 440, 12 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/65-17 | 255/55-18 | 265/45-20 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $53,630 | $60,430 | $91,725 | $37,925 | $38,105 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,990 | -1,990 | -6,405 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $51,640 | $58,440 | $85,320 | $37,925 | $38,105 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $6,800 | $33,680 | $0 | $180 |
| Total Invoice | $49,930 | $56,254 | $25,358 | $35,023 | $35,415 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,853 | -1,852 | -1,771 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $48,077 | $54,402 | $23,587 | $35,023 | $35,415 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $24,490 | $30,815 | $0 | $0 | $392 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | R-Class | R-Class | R-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | R350 / R320 | R500 | R63 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||||
| Power trunk / liftgate pull-down | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Removable second-row console | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | $250 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | $400 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | ||||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Entertainment system, console-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| 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 | |||
| Manual recliner, third row seats | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $9,340 | $9,340 | $13,755 | $7,350 | $7,350 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,990 | $1,990 | $6,405 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,853 | -1,852 | -1,771 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 |
| 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 | 4,830 lb. | 4,441 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 R350 / R320
| Trim Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500
| Trim Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 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% |
| 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 | 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% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| 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% |
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