| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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: $33,095 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| Difference: $21,550 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,917 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| Difference: $19,965 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SLK300 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $46,900 | $51,900 | $66,650 | $28,370 | $31,115 |
| Base Invoice | $43,617 | $48,267 | $61,985 | $26,790 | $29,361 |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,550 | 2,550 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,850 | 2,850 | 2,850 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | 750 | 750 | 750 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,450 | ||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |||
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,372 | 2,372 | |||
| Multimedia Package | 2,650 | 2,650 | 2,650 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||
| Automatic climate control, front | 698 | 698 | 698 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,232 | ||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |||
| Satellite radio | 166 | 166 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | |||
| Options (change) | 6,870 | 6,870 | 4,320 | 3,990 | 2,540 |
| Options (change) | 6,390 | 6,390 | 4,018 | 3,392 | 2,160 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 735 | 735 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,000 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $54,645 | $59,645 | $72,845 | $33,095 | $34,390 |
| Total Invoice | $50,882 | $55,532 | $67,878 | $30,917 | $32,256 |
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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: $16,535 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,295 | |||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SLK300 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 228hp V6 | 300hp V6 | 355hp V8 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | T7 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | ?, 9 | ?, 9 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $54,645 | $59,645 | $72,845 | $33,095 | $34,390 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,015 | -6,065 | -6,665 | 0 | -250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $49,630 | $53,580 | $66,180 | $33,095 | $34,140 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,950 | $16,550 | $0 | $1,045 |
| Total Invoice | $50,882 | $55,532 | $67,878 | $30,917 | $32,256 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,670 | -5,647 | -6,211 | 0 | -234 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $46,212 | $49,885 | $61,667 | $30,917 | $32,022 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,673 | $15,455 | $0 | $1,105 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SLK300 | 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 | ||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $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 | |||
| 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 | |||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $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 | |||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $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 | $9,590 | $10,640 | $11,240 | $4,575 | $4,825 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,015 | $6,065 | $6,665 | $0 | $250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,670 | -5,647 | -6,211 | 0 | -234 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2010 | 2007 |
| 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 SLK300
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| 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 |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 1190 | 56% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 21% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| 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 |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 1190 | 56% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 21% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 21% |
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% |
| 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
| 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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