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Mercedes-Benz S-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 S-Class vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $35,840 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $149,860 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,251 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $139,686 | |||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | S-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | S65 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $181,500 | $28,370 | $31,115 |
| Base Invoice | $168,795 | $26,790 | $29,361 |
| Second-row high console | 825 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,450 | ||
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 795 | 795 | |
| Third-row seat | 845 | 375 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 255 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | |
| Second-row high console | 767 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,232 | ||
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 676 | 676 | |
| Third-row seat | 718 | 319 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |
| Satellite radio | 166 | 166 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 217 | ||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | |
| Options (change) | 825 | 6,735 | 4,560 |
| Options (change) | 767 | 5,726 | 3,878 |
| Destination | 775 | 735 | 735 |
| Gas Tax | 2,600 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $185,700 | $35,840 | $36,410 |
| Total Invoice | $172,937 | $33,251 | $33,974 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $137,965 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $128,609 | |||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | S-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | S65 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 604hp V12 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T5 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 14 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/35-20 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $185,700 | $35,840 | $36,410 |
| Adjustments for Features | -11,895 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $173,805 | $35,840 | $36,410 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $570 |
| Total Invoice | $172,937 | $33,251 | $33,974 |
| Adjustments for Features | -11,077 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $161,860 | $33,251 | $33,974 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $723 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | S-Class | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | S65 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | ||
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Night vision | $1750 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Console without shifter | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Chronometer | $100 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Digital instruments | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| 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 headrest height adjuster, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, second row seats | $150 | ||
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, second row seats | $150 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | $150 | ||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $16,420 | $4,525 | $4,525 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $11,895 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -11,077 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | S-Class | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 205.0 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,466 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.8 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.1 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 42.3 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.3 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 20% |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 875 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 87% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 875 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 87% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
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