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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: $58,045 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| Difference: $5,630 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $55,463 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| Difference: $3,815 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | R-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | R350 / R320 | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $42,100 | $53,940 |
| Base Invoice | $39,153 | $51,512 |
| Lighting Package | 910 | |
| Premium II Package | 7,850 | |
| Heating Package | 1,370 | |
| Full Leather Seating Package | 2,200 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 710 | |
| iPod integration | 375 | |
| Proximity key | 1,110 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,670 | 1,995 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 510 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 550 | |
| Roof rack | 245 | |
| Cargo cover | 130 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 140 | |
| Second-row buckets | 695 | |
| Second-row high console | 150 | |
| Lighting Package | 846 | |
| Premium II Package | 7,300 | |
| Heating Package | 1,274 | |
| Full Leather Seating Package | 2,046 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 660 | |
| iPod integration | 349 | |
| Proximity key | 1,032 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,483 | 1,895 |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 474 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,046 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 512 | |
| Roof rack | 228 | |
| Cargo cover | 124 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 133 | |
| Second-row buckets | 660 | |
| Second-row high console | 144 | |
| Options (change) | 20,700 | 3,110 |
| Options (change) | 19,250 | 2,956 |
| Destination | 875 | 995 |
| Total Price | $63,675 | $58,045 |
| Total Invoice | $59,278 | $55,463 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,175 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,069 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | R-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | R350 / R320 | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 268hp V6 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 12 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/55-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $63,675 | $58,045 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,545 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $63,675 | $51,500 |
| Total Invoice | $59,278 | $55,463 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,254 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $59,278 | $49,209 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | R-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | R350 / R320 | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Removable second-row console | $200 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, third row seats | $125 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Wood trim, alternative type | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,850 | $12,395 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $6,545 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -6,254 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2018 |
| Model | R-Class | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 75.7 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,830 lb. | 4,458 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 60.3 in | 61.5 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 | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.6 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.2 in | 39.5 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 | 33.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R350 / R320
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 33% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 300 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | 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 | 4625 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 1125 | 20% |
| Heating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Full Leather Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Wood trim, alternative type | 300 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 26% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Platinum
| Second-row buckets | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Power release, second row seats | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 9% |
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