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Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Ford Taurus 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 Taurus Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $44,440 Ford Taurus SHO | ||||
| Difference: $9,010 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $42,048 Ford Taurus SHO | ||||
| Difference: $7,724 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Taurus |
| Trim | SLK250 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | SHO |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $42,500 | $54,800 | $67,500 | $42,770 |
| Base Invoice | $39,525 | $50,964 | $62,775 | $40,418 |
| Automatic climate control, front | 760 | 760 | 760 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,590 | 2,590 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,150 | 2,150 | 2,150 | |
| Lighting Package | 1,090 | 1,090 | 1,090 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 970 | 970 | 970 | |
| Rear spoiler | 375 | 375 | ||
| Proximity key | 650 | 650 | 650 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 770 | |||
| Navigation system | 795 | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | 707 | 707 | 707 | |
| Premium 1 Package | 2,409 | 2,409 | ||
| Multimedia Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Lighting Package | 1,014 | 1,014 | 1,014 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 902 | 902 | 902 | |
| Rear spoiler | 349 | 349 | ||
| Proximity key | 605 | 605 | 605 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 716 | |||
| Navigation system | 755 | |||
| Options (change) | 10,075 | 9,305 | 6,340 | 795 |
| Options (change) | 9,372 | 8,656 | 5,898 | 755 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Total Price | $53,450 | $64,980 | $74,715 | $44,440 |
| Total Invoice | $49,772 | $60,495 | $69,548 | $42,048 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SHO | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,215 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,121 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Taurus |
| Trim | SLK250 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | SHO |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 201hp I4 | 302hp V6 | 415hp V8 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | T7 | T7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 500, 11 | 500, 11 | 500, 11 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 235/40-18 | 245/45-20 |
| Total Price | $53,450 | $64,980 | $74,715 | $44,440 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,795 | -3,945 | -4,870 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $50,655 | $61,035 | $69,845 | $44,440 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $10,380 | $19,190 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $49,772 | $60,495 | $69,548 | $42,048 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,603 | -3,673 | -4,533 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $47,169 | $56,822 | $65,015 | $42,048 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $9,653 | $17,846 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Taurus |
| Trim | SLK250 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG | SHO |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Curve control | $50 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |||
| App support | $0 | |||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| 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 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,890 | $11,040 | $11,965 | $7,095 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,795 | $3,945 | $4,870 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,603 | -3,673 | -4,533 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | SLK | Taurus |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 95.7 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 162.8 in | 202.9 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 51.2 in | 60.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,242 lb. | 3,970 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.0 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.5 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.4 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.1 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK250
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| 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 | 750 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 41% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 240 | 25% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| 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 | 750 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 41% |
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 240 | 25% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG
| Multimedia Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 240 | 25% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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