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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: $34,315 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| Difference: $17,020 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,701 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||
| Difference: $16,103 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SLK250 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $42,500 | $54,800 | $67,500 | $29,245 | $32,395 |
| Base Invoice | $39,525 | $50,964 | $62,775 | $27,273 | $30,178 |
| Multimedia Package | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,150 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,590 | 2,590 | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | 760 | 760 | 760 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 970 | 295 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 770 | ||||
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | |||
| Audiophile Package | 510 | ||||
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | ||||
| Multimedia Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Premium 1 Package | 2,409 | 2,409 | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | 707 | 707 | 707 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 902 | 251 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 716 | ||||
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | |||
| Audiophile Package | 433 | ||||
| Satellite radio | 166 | 166 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | ||||
| Options (change) | 7,960 | 7,190 | 4,600 | 4,285 | 2,190 |
| Options (change) | 7,404 | 6,688 | 4,279 | 3,643 | 1,862 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 785 | 785 |
| Total Price | $51,335 | $62,865 | $72,975 | $34,315 | $35,370 |
| Total Invoice | $47,804 | $58,527 | $67,929 | $31,701 | $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: $10,795 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,306 | |||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SLK250 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 302hp V6 | 415hp 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) | 500, 11 | 500, 11 | 500, 11 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 235/40-18 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $51,335 | $62,865 | $72,975 | $34,315 | $35,370 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,225 | -7,375 | -8,500 | 0 | -250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $45,110 | $55,490 | $64,475 | $34,315 | $35,120 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $10,380 | $19,365 | $0 | $805 |
| Total Invoice | $47,804 | $58,527 | $67,929 | $31,701 | $32,825 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,797 | -6,866 | -7,912 | 0 | -232 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $42,007 | $51,661 | $60,017 | $31,701 | $32,593 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $9,654 | $18,010 | $0 | $892 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SLK250 | 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 | |||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |||
| 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 | |||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | ||||
| 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 bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| 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 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| 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 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $10,815 | $11,965 | $13,090 | $4,590 | $4,840 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,225 | $7,375 | $8,500 | $0 | $250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,797 | -6,866 | -7,912 | 0 | -232 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | SLK | Explorer |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 162.8 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 51.2 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,242 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 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 | 6.4 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 6.4 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.1 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK250
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 7% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 500W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 765 | 60% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 7% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 500W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 765 | 60% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 7% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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