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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: $46,355 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||||
| Difference: $56,640 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $42,590 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||||
| Difference: $53,327 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | S400 HYBRID | S550 | S63 AMG | S600 | S65 AMG | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $91,000 | $93,650 | $138,000 | $158,050 | $209,000 | $37,535 |
| Base Invoice | $84,630 | $87,095 | $128,340 | $146,987 | $194,370 | $34,952 |
| Premium 2 Package | 3,630 | 3,630 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,950 | 2,950 | 2,950 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,450 | 2,450 | 2,450 | 2,095 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,595 | ||
| Package 302A | 4,305 | |||||
| Premium 2 Package | 3,376 | 3,376 | ||||
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,744 | 2,744 | 2,744 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,278 | 2,278 | 2,278 | 1,798 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,356 | ||
| Package 302A | 3,659 | |||||
| Options (change) | 10,120 | 10,120 | 6,490 | 0 | 0 | 7,995 |
| Options (change) | 9,412 | 9,412 | 6,036 | 0 | 0 | 6,813 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 825 |
| Gas Tax | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 2,600 | 2,100 | 0 |
| Total Price | $102,995 | $105,645 | $146,365 | $161,525 | $211,975 | $46,355 |
| Total Invoice | $95,917 | $98,382 | $136,251 | $150,462 | $197,345 | $42,590 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $53,290 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $50,207 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | S400 HYBRID | S550 | S63 AMG | S600 | S65 AMG | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 275hp V6 H | 382hp V8 | 536hp V8 | 510hp V12 | 621hp V12 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T7 | T5 | T5 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 14 | 600, 14 | 600, 14 | 1200, 15 | 1200, 15 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-18 | 255/45-18 | 255/35-20 | 255/45-19 | 255/35-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $102,995 | $105,645 | $146,365 | $161,525 | $211,975 | $46,355 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,350 | -3,450 | -7,300 | -10,675 | -10,675 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $99,645 | $102,195 | $139,065 | $150,850 | $201,300 | $46,355 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,550 | $39,420 | $51,205 | $101,655 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $95,917 | $98,382 | $136,251 | $150,462 | $197,345 | $42,590 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,120 | -3,213 | -6,796 | -9,944 | -9,938 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $92,797 | $95,169 | $129,455 | $140,518 | $187,407 | $42,590 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,372 | $36,658 | $47,721 | $94,610 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | Explorer |
| Trim | S400 HYBRID | S550 | S63 AMG | S600 | S65 AMG | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||||
| Remote start | $150 | |||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |||||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||||
| Curve control | $50 | |||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Night vision | $1750 | $1750 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Pedestrian detection, night | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | |||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Aux input | $50 | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |||||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Memory system, second row seats | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Power recliner, second row seats | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | $650 | |||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |||||
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| Crosswind stabilization | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $11,580 | $11,680 | $15,530 | $18,905 | $18,905 | $8,230 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,350 | $3,450 | $7,300 | $10,675 | $10,675 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,120 | -3,213 | -6,796 | -9,944 | -9,938 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | S-Class | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 206.5 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,456 lb. | 4,579 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.8 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.1 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 59.9 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 59.4 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 42.3 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.4 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.4 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.4 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S400 HYBRID
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | 300 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | 300 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 1150 | 55% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 78% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S550
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - passive | 250 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | 300 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | 300 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 1150 | 55% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 78% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S63 AMG
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 78% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2575 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 35% |
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