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Tesla Model S 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.
Tesla Model S vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $37,655 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||||||
| Difference: $35,795 | ||||||||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 70 | 70D | 85 | 85D | P85D | 90 | 90D | P90D | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $70,000 | $75,000 | $80,000 | $85,000 | $105,000 | $83,000 | $88,000 | $108,000 | $31,615 | $35,550 |
| Third-row 2-person bench | 3,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | ||
| Satellite radio | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | ||
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | 2,500 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,750 | 1,750 | 1,750 | 1,750 | 1,750 | 1,750 | 1,750 | 1,750 | ||
| Third-row seat | 875 | |||||||||
| Convenience Package | 995 | |||||||||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | ||||||||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||||||||
| Third-row 2-person bench | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Satellite radio | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Third-row seat | 744 | |||||||||
| Convenience Package | 846 | |||||||||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | ||||||||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||||||||
| Options (change) | 9,750 | 9,750 | 9,750 | 9,750 | 9,750 | 9,750 | 9,750 | 9,750 | 5,225 | 2,845 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4,442 | 2,419 |
| Destination | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 815 | 815 |
| Gas Tax | -7,500 | -7,500 | -7,500 | -7,500 | -7,500 | -7,500 | -7,500 | -7,500 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $73,450 | $78,450 | $83,450 | $88,450 | $108,450 | $86,450 | $91,450 | $111,450 | $37,655 | $39,210 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Tesla Model S 90 | ||||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $31,800 | ||||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $40,585 | ||||||||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 70 | 70D | 85 | 85D | P85D | 90 | 90D | P90D | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 315hp E | 328hp E | 373hp E | 417hp E | 463hp E | 373hp E | 417hp E | 463hp E | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | A1 | A1 | A1 | A1 | A1 | A1 | A1 | A1 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 580, 12 | 580, 12 | 580, 12 | 580, 12 | 580, 12 | 580, 12 | 580, 12 | 580, 12 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-19 | 245/45-19 | 245/45-19 | 245/45-19 | 245/45-19 | 245/45-19 | 245/45-19 | 245/45-19 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $73,450 | $78,450 | $83,450 | $88,450 | $108,450 | $86,450 | $91,450 | $111,450 | $37,655 | $39,210 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,995 | -5,720 | -3,995 | -5,720 | -5,795 | -3,995 | -5,720 | -5,795 | 0 | -1,100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $69,455 | $72,730 | $79,455 | $82,730 | $102,655 | $82,455 | $85,730 | $105,655 | $37,655 | $38,110 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,275 | $10,000 | $13,275 | $33,200 | $13,000 | $16,275 | $36,200 | $0 | $455 |
Features Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S | Model S | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 70 | 70D | 85 | 85D | P85D | 90 | 90D | P90D | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||||||
| 1-speed automatic | $800 | $800 | $800 | $800 | $800 | $800 | $800 | $800 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||||||||
| Power charge port door | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||||||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||||||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||||||||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | ||||||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||||||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||||||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||||||||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | ||||||||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | ||||||||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||||||||
| Climate Control | ||||||||||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Ionizing air filtration | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||||||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||||||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||||||||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||||||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||||||
| 10 kW onboard charger | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | ||
| 70 kWh battery pack | $0 | $0 | ||||||||
| 85 kWh battery pack | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||||
| 90 kWh battery pack | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||||||
| DC quick-charging capability, free proprietary network | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Exterior | ||||||||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||||||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||||||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | ||||||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||||||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||||||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||||||
| Infotainment | ||||||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||||||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||||||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||||||||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||||||||
| Range alert | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||||||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||||||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||||||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||||||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||||||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||||||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||||||||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | ||||||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||||||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||||||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||||||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |||||||||
| Rear-facing third row seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | $650 | $650 | $650 | $650 | $650 | $650 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |||||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||||||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||||||||
| Total Value of Features | $10,225 | $11,950 | $10,225 | $11,950 | $12,025 | $10,225 | $11,950 | $12,025 | $6,230 | $7,330 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,995 | $5,720 | $3,995 | $5,720 | $5,795 | $3,995 | $5,720 | $5,795 | $0 | $1,100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 343 | 459 | 302 | 407 | 337 | 291 | 394 | 328 | 0 | -1,014 |
Specifications Comparison: Tesla Model S vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2016 | 2009 |
| Model | Model S | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 116.5 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 196.0 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 77.3 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,609 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 0.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.7 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.7 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 35.3 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.7 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.4 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 | 31.6 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.6 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.4 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S 70
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S 70D
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S 85
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S 85D
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S P85D
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S 90
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S 90D
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Tesla Model S P90D
| Ultra High Fidelity Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 38% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | 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 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 9% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 6% |
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