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Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Taurus X 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 Taurus X Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $37,795 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| Difference: $25,800 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,411 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| Difference: $24,796 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | R-Class | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | R350 | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $52,690 | $28,270 | $31,330 | $32,325 |
| Base Invoice | $49,002 | $25,958 | $28,712 | $29,608 |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,360 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,450 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | |||
| Heated front seats | 750 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 800 | 295 | 295 | |
| Roof rack | 250 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,950 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 660 | |||
| Interior Convenience Group | 595 | |||
| Interior Power Package | 295 | |||
| SYNC | 395 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,995 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | 650 | 650 | 650 | |
| Satellite radio | 195 | |||
| Power liftgate | 475 | 475 | 475 | |
| Sunroof | 960 | 960 | 960 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 995 | 995 | 995 | |
| AWD | 1,850 | 1,850 | 1,850 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,195 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 1,349 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | |||
| Heated front seats | 698 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 744 | 257 | 257 | |
| Roof rack | 232 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,814 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 614 | |||
| Interior Convenience Group | 518 | |||
| Interior Power Package | 257 | |||
| SYNC | 344 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,736 | 1,736 | 1,736 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | 566 | 566 | 566 | |
| Satellite radio | 170 | |||
| Power liftgate | 413 | 413 | 413 | |
| Sunroof | 835 | 835 | 835 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 866 | 866 | 866 | |
| AWD | 1,666 | 1,666 | 1,665 | |
| Options (change) | 10,030 | 8,700 | 7,220 | 6,925 |
| Options (change) | 9,330 | 7,628 | 6,339 | 6,081 |
| Destination | 875 | 825 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $63,595 | $37,795 | $39,375 | $40,075 |
| Total Invoice | $59,207 | $34,411 | $35,876 | $36,514 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Taurus X
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $21,870 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $21,137 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | R-Class | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | R350 | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 302hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | A6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/21 MPG | 15/22 MPG | 15/22 MPG | 15/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | ?, 4 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-19 | 215/65-17 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 |
| Total Price | $63,595 | $37,795 | $39,375 | $40,075 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,930 | 0 | -1,100 | -1,740 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $59,665 | $37,795 | $38,275 | $38,335 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $480 | $540 |
| Total Invoice | $59,207 | $34,411 | $35,876 | $36,514 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,659 | 0 | -1,002 | -1,585 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $55,548 | $34,411 | $34,874 | $34,929 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $463 | $518 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | R-Class | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | R350 | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | |||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | |||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, third row seats | $125 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $10,980 | $7,050 | $8,150 | $8,790 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,930 | $0 | $1,100 | $1,740 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,659 | 0 | -1,002 | -1,585 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | R-Class | Taurus X |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 203.1 in | 200.3 in |
| Width | 77.1 in | 74.9 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 67.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,960 lb. | 4,204 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 19.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 60.3 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 39.8 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.4 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.6 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.2 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.2 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 50.6 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 46.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 32.4 in | 33.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.2 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 47.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R350
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | 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 | No |
| Power liftgate | 300 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 46% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X SEL
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 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% |
| Interior Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 800 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Interior Power Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 37% |
| SYNC | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 175 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 12% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X Eddie Bauer
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 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% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 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% |
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