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Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,020 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| Difference: $18,700 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,450 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| Difference: $17,632 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $43,350 | $47,400 | $62,500 | $29,245 | $32,395 |
| Base Invoice | $40,316 | $44,082 | $58,125 | $27,273 | $30,178 |
| Premium II Package | 3,650 | 3,650 | 1,400 | ||
| Heating Package | 970 | 970 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | 700 | 700 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 925 | 925 | 925 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,995 | 1,995 |
| Automatic climate control, front | 710 | 710 | 710 | ||
| CD changer, remote | 440 | 440 | 440 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||||
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | ||||
| Audiophile Package | 510 | ||||
| Premium II Package | 3,394 | 3,394 | 1,302 | ||
| Heating Package | 902 | 902 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 650 | 650 | 650 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 860 | 860 | 860 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,116 | 1,116 | 1,116 | 1,696 | 1,696 |
| Automatic climate control, front | 660 | 660 | 660 | ||
| CD changer, remote | 409 | 409 | 409 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||||
| Satellite radio | 166 | 166 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | ||||
| Audiophile Package | 433 | ||||
| Options (change) | 8,595 | 8,595 | 5,375 | 3,990 | 2,190 |
| Options (change) | 7,991 | 7,991 | 4,997 | 3,392 | 1,862 |
| Destination | 775 | 775 | 775 | 785 | 785 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $52,720 | $56,770 | $69,950 | $34,020 | $35,370 |
| Total Invoice | $49,082 | $52,848 | $65,197 | $31,450 | $32,825 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,025 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,280 | |||||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 355hp V8 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | T7 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 380, 11 | 380, 11 | 380, 11 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $52,720 | $56,770 | $69,950 | $34,020 | $35,370 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,675 | -4,675 | -5,975 | 0 | -250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,045 | $52,095 | $63,975 | $34,020 | $35,120 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,050 | $15,930 | $0 | $1,100 |
| Total Invoice | $49,082 | $52,848 | $65,197 | $31,450 | $32,825 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,352 | -4,352 | -5,569 | 0 | -232 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,730 | $48,496 | $59,628 | $31,450 | $32,593 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,766 | $14,898 | $0 | $1,143 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2007 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $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 | $9,625 | $9,625 | $10,925 | $4,950 | $5,200 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,675 | $4,675 | $5,975 | $0 | $250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,352 | -4,352 | -5,569 | 0 | -232 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | Explorer |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 160.7 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 70.4 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 51.0 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,210 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.9 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.5 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 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 | 6.5 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 6.5 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 9.8 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK280
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1390 | 54% |
| Heating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 43% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1390 | 54% |
| Heating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 43% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 50 | 8% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 92% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 10% |
| Audiophile Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 64% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
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