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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: $47,460 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $15,805 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,045 Mercedes-Benz R-Class R63 AMG | ||||
| Difference: $14,489 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2011 |
| Model | R-Class | R-Class | R-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | R350 / R320 | R500 | R63 AMG | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $43,000 | $50,500 | $87,400 | $37,535 |
| Base Invoice | $39,990 | $46,965 | $21,282 | $34,952 |
| Lighting Package | 900 | 900 | 900 | |
| Trim Package | 1,750 | 1,750 | ||
| Premium III Package | 11,825 | 11,825 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | 700 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 3,050 | 3,050 | 3,050 | 2,095 |
| iPod integration | 365 | 365 | 365 | |
| Heated front seats | 700 | |||
| Roof rack | 200 | 200 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 3,200 | |||
| Package 302A | 4,305 | |||
| Second-row buckets | 750 | |||
| Second-row high console | 100 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |||
| Cargo cover | 135 | |||
| Roof rack crossbars | 120 | |||
| Lighting Package | 837 | 837 | 837 | |
| Trim Package | 1,628 | 1,628 | ||
| Premium III Package | 10,997 | 10,997 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 651 | 651 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,836 | 2,836 | 2,836 | 1,798 |
| iPod integration | 339 | 339 | 339 | |
| Heated front seats | 651 | |||
| Roof rack | 186 | 186 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,976 | |||
| Package 302A | 3,659 | |||
| Second-row buckets | 638 | |||
| Second-row high console | 85 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |||
| Cargo cover | 115 | |||
| Roof rack crossbars | 106 | |||
| Options (change) | 19,490 | 18,790 | 7,515 | 9,100 |
| Options (change) | 18,125 | 17,474 | 6,988 | 7,757 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 775 | 825 |
| Total Price | $63,265 | $70,065 | $95,690 | $47,460 |
| Total Invoice | $58,890 | $65,214 | $29,045 | $43,534 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Mercedes-Benz R-Class R63 AMG | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,720 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,076 | ||||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2011 |
| Model | R-Class | R-Class | R-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | R350 / R320 | R500 | R63 AMG | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 268hp V6 | 302hp V8 | 503hp V8 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 12 | 440, 12 | 440, 12 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/65-17 | 255/55-18 | 265/45-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $63,265 | $70,065 | $95,690 | $47,460 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,085 | -1,085 | -1,935 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $62,180 | $68,980 | $93,755 | $47,460 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $6,800 | $31,575 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $58,890 | $65,214 | $29,045 | $43,534 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,010 | -1,010 | -587 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $57,880 | $64,204 | $28,458 | $43,534 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $29,422 | $35,746 | $0 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2011 |
| Model | R-Class | R-Class | R-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | R350 / R320 | R500 | R63 AMG | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Curve control | $50 | |||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | |||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Removable second-row console | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, third row seats | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $7,390 | $7,390 | $8,240 | $6,305 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,085 | $1,085 | $1,935 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,010 | -1,010 | -587 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2007 | 2011 |
| Model | R-Class | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 75.7 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,830 lb. | 4,579 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 60.3 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 39.8 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.4 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.6 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.2 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.2 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 32.4 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R350 / R320
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 29% |
| 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% |
| Premium III Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Cargo cover | 75 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Heat-reflective glass | 0 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | 125 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 4115 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 1450 | 26% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 29% |
| 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% |
| Premium III Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Cargo cover | 75 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Heat-reflective glass | 0 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | 125 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 4115 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 1450 | 26% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R63 AMG
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2100 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 1875 | 47% |
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