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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: $42,800 Ford Taurus SHO | ||||
| Difference: $14,845 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $39,180 Ford Taurus SHO | ||||
| Difference: $14,495 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Taurus |
| Trim | SLK300 | SLK350 | AMG SLK55 | SHO |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $47,000 | $59,200 | $72,600 | $38,155 |
| Base Invoice | $43,710 | $55,056 | $67,518 | $35,035 |
| Premium 1 Package | 3,390 | |||
| Premium 2 Package | 4,490 | 4,490 | 3,050 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 720 | 720 | 720 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 770 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 350 | 350 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,850 | |||
| Package 401A | 2,000 | |||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,153 | |||
| Premium 2 Package | 4,175 | 4,175 | 2,837 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 670 | 670 | 670 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 716 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 326 | 326 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,610 | |||
| Package 401A | 1,740 | |||
| Options (change) | 9,720 | 5,560 | 3,770 | 3,850 |
| Options (change) | 9,040 | 5,171 | 3,507 | 3,350 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 795 |
| Total Price | $57,645 | $65,685 | $77,295 | $42,800 |
| Total Invoice | $53,675 | $61,152 | $71,950 | $39,180 |
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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: $8,890 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,950 | ||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Taurus |
| Trim | SLK300 | SLK350 | AMG SLK55 | SHO |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 241hp I4 | 302hp V6 | 415hp V8 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T9 | 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 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 | 235/40-18 | 255/45-19 |
| Total Price | $57,645 | $65,685 | $77,295 | $42,800 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,955 | -5,755 | -6,405 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $51,690 | $59,930 | $70,890 | $42,800 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $8,240 | $19,200 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $53,675 | $61,152 | $71,950 | $39,180 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,545 | -5,358 | -5,962 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $48,130 | $55,794 | $65,988 | $39,180 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,664 | $17,858 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2011 |
| Model | SLK | SLK | SLK | Taurus |
| Trim | SLK300 | SLK350 | AMG SLK55 | SHO |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 9-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1400 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $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 | ||
| 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 | |||
| 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 fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $12,050 | $11,850 | $12,500 | $6,095 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,955 | $5,755 | $6,405 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,545 | -5,358 | -5,962 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2016 | 2011 |
| 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. | 4,016 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 SLK300
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 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 | 1000 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 34% |
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Analog clock | 25 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1565 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 34% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Analog clock | 25 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1565 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 34% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK AMG SLK55
| Premium 2 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1065 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 26% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 740 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 23% |
| Total Not Requested | 1550 | 77% |
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