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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: $50,460 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $16,935 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $48,209 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $14,532 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | R-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | R350 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $52,690 | $42,090 |
| Base Invoice | $49,002 | $40,196 |
| Premium 2 Package | 4,400 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 800 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 550 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,450 | |
| Roof rack | 250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 660 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 225 | |
| Heated front seats | 750 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,950 | 1,995 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | 1,695 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 985 | |
| Trailer Tow Package - Class III | 570 | |
| Cargo cover | 130 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 140 | |
| Second-row buckets | 695 | |
| 3.5L V6 | 0 | |
| AWD | 2,150 | |
| Premium 2 Package | 4,092 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 744 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | 512 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,349 | |
| Roof rack | 232 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 614 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 209 | |
| Heated front seats | 698 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,814 | 1,895 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | 1,610 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 916 | |
| Trailer Tow Package - Class III | 542 | |
| Cargo cover | 124 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 133 | |
| Second-row buckets | 660 | |
| 3.5L V6 | 0 | |
| AWD | 2,054 | |
| Options (change) | 13,830 | 7,375 |
| Options (change) | 12,864 | 7,018 |
| Destination | 875 | 995 |
| Total Price | $67,395 | $50,460 |
| Total Invoice | $62,741 | $48,209 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $19,015 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,519 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | R-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | R350 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 302hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/21 MPG | 16/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 440, 12 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-19 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $67,395 | $50,460 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,080 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $67,395 | $48,380 |
| Total Invoice | $62,741 | $48,209 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,987 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $62,741 | $46,222 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | R-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | R350 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| 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 II trailer hitch | $200 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, third row seats | $125 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,365 | $9,445 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,080 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,987 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | R-Class | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 203.1 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 77.1 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,960 lb. | 4,633 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 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 | 15.2 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
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 440W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1700 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 24% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| 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% |
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Tow hook(s), front | 40 | No |
| Hill descent control | 250 | No |
| Terrain selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 490 | 100% |
| Trailer Tow Package - Class III | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 38% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 62% |
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