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Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Taurus 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 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,300 Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| Difference: $31,615 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,762 Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| Difference: $29,904 | |||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | R-Class | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | R500 | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $55,500 | $23,635 | $27,620 |
| Base Invoice | $51,645 | $21,801 | $25,388 |
| Trim Package | 1,200 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 690 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 295 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 3,000 | ||
| Safety and Security Package | 695 | ||
| Interior Convenience Package | 895 | ||
| Heated front seats | 240 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 995 | 995 | |
| AWD | 1,850 | 1,850 | |
| Limited Convenience Package | 475 | ||
| Stability control | 495 | ||
| Trim Package | 1,116 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 642 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 698 | 257 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,790 | ||
| Safety and Security Package | 605 | ||
| Interior Convenience Package | 779 | ||
| Heated front seats | 209 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 866 | 866 | |
| AWD | 1,666 | 1,666 | |
| Limited Convenience Package | 413 | ||
| Stability control | 431 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,640 | 5,865 | 3,815 |
| Options (change) | 5,246 | 5,161 | 3,376 |
| Destination | 775 | 800 | 800 |
| Total Price | $61,915 | $30,300 | $32,235 |
| Total Invoice | $57,666 | $27,762 | $29,564 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SEL | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $27,400 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $25,978 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | R-Class | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | R500 | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 302hp V8 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/18 MPG | 17/24 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/55-18 | 215/60-17 | 225/55-18 |
| Total Price | $61,915 | $30,300 | $32,235 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,215 | 0 | -790 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $57,700 | $30,300 | $31,445 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,145 |
| Total Invoice | $57,666 | $27,762 | $29,564 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,926 | 0 | -725 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $53,740 | $27,762 | $28,839 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,077 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | R-Class | Taurus | Taurus |
| Trim | R500 | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power trunk / liftgate pull-down | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Removable second-row console | $200 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | ||
| CD player | $125 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | ||
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Manual recliner, third row seats | $125 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $9,815 | $5,600 | $6,390 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,215 | $0 | $790 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,926 | 0 | -725 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz R-Class vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | R-Class | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 126.6 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 203.0 in | 200.4 in |
| Width | 75.7 in | 74.5 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 61.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,929 lb. | 3,814 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 25.1 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 60.3 in | 57.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 39.8 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.4 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.6 in | 57.5 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.2 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 32.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.3 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.2 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.0 ft3 | 21.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz R-Class R500
| Trim Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SEL
| Safety and Security Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 425 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 23% |
| Interior Convenience Package | ||
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited
| Limited Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 165 | 32% |
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