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Ford Explorer vs. Honda Pilot Price Comparison

Ford Explorer vs Honda Pilot Price Comparison:
Ford Explorer vs Honda Pilot Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Ford Explorer vs. Honda Pilot price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Explorer vs. Pilot Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Explorer and Pilot will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Honda Pilot Touring's price is $2,565 lower than the Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Explorer vs. Pilot Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Honda Pilot Touring, the Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer includes additional features worth $0. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, after a $815 adjustment for the Honda Pilot Touring's additional features, the Honda Pilot Touring is $2,565 less than the Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Honda Pilot

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Honda Pilot Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 2,565
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 2,278
Model Year200920092012
ModelExplorerExplorerPilot
TrimEddie BauerLimitedTouring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine292hp V8292hp V8250hp V6
TransmissionA6A6A5
Drivetrain4WD w/4L4WD w/4LAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)13/19 MPG13/19 MPG17/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers190, 7190, 7650, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/65-17235/65-18235/60-18
Total Price43,55044,41041,800
Adjustments for Features0-550-815
Feature-Adjusted Total Price43,55043,86040,985
Cost Above Minimum03100
Total Invoice39,80640,77438,274
Adjustments for Features0-505-746
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice39,80640,26937,528
Cost Above Minimum04630

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Invoice Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Honda Pilot

Price Comparison (MSRP): Ford Explorer vs. Honda Pilot

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.

Lowest Total Price: Honda Pilot Touring
Difference: 1,750
Lowest Total Invoice: Honda Pilot Touring
Difference: 1,532
Model Year200920092012
ModelExplorerExplorerPilot
TrimEddie BauerLimitedTouring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price31,61535,55039,370
Base Invoice29,31932,90135,984
Third-row seat875  
Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg.275275 
Rear HVAC unit695  
Convenience Package 995  
Navigation system2,5051,995 
4.6L V81,3101,310 
Sunroof850850 
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted1,2951,295 
4WD w/low range2,3202,320 
AWD  1,600
Third-row seat  0
Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg.  0
Rear HVAC unit  0
Convenience Package   0
Navigation system  0
4.6L V8  0
Sunroof  0
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted  0
4WD w/low range  0
AWD  1,460
Total options11,1208,0451,600
Total options9,6727,0581,460
Destination815815830
Total Price43,55044,41041,800
Total Invoice39,80640,77438,274

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Honda Pilot

Model Year200920092012
ModelExplorerExplorerPilot
TrimEddie BauerLimitedTouring
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000$1000 
5-speed automatic  $900
4WD w/low range$2200$2200 
AWD  $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Active noise reduction  $0
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Power liftgate  $350
Power-adjustable pedals$125$125 
Sunshades, second row  $125
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Brake assist  $50
Compact spare tire  $75
Front seat active head restraints  $50
Full-size spare tire$225$225 
Obstacle detection, front  $200
Rearview camera  $200
Side curtain airbags$350$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows  $500
Trailer sway control$25$25 
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net  $40
Console with shifter$150$150 
Console without shifter  $150
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Roof rack$300$300 
Roof rails  $250
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
DVD-compatible player$0$0 
Interior air filter  $25
Rear air vents with automatic controls  $250
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150 
SMS text-to-speech reader$50$50 
Traffic + travel information$50$50 
Traffic information  $50
Voice control for external devices$50$50 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $50
Rear spoiler  $200
Running boards$350$350 
Skid plate (one)  $50
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Conversation mirror  $25
Interior ambient lighting  $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Powertrain 
Lockable rear differential  $150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding third row seats$600 $600
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats  $75
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power-folding third row seats $1000 
Upholstered door panels, leather  $250
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 $350
Chrome-clad alloy wheels $500 
White-letter tires$0$0 
Total Value of Features$6,650$7,200$7,465
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$550$815
Value of Feature Adjustments0-505-746

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Honda Pilot

Model Year20092012
ModelExplorerPilot
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase113.7 in109.2 in
Length193.4 in191.4 in
Width73.7 in78.5 in
Height72.8 in71.0 in
Curb Weight4,706 lb.4,497 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.21.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.0 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in61.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in58.6 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in39.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in62.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in56.9 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in38.5 in
Row 3 Headroom37.4 in38.2 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room53.1 in58.9 in
Row 3 Hip Room45.3 in48.4 in
Row 3 Legroom34.9 in32.1 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		13.6 ft318.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		43.9 ft347.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		83.7 ft387.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Eddie Bauer

Third-row seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench100Yes
Manual recline75Yes
Folding600Yes
Center armrest(s)50Yes
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150No
Total Requested82585%
Total Not Requested15015%
Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
3.73 axle ratioNo
Class III trailer hitch50Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)25Yes
Total Requested75100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Power fore-aft, passenger100Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver200Yes
Power height, passenger100No
Power tilt, passenger100No
Obstacle detection, rear300Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Total Requested92567%
Total Not Requested45033%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio50Yes
Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Media hard drive100Yes
Travel information system50No
Total Requested75065%
Total Not Requested40035%

Option Package Details
Limited

Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
3.73 axle ratioNo
Class III trailer hitch50Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)25Yes
Total Requested75100%
Total Not Requested00%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio50Yes
Media hard drive100Yes
Travel information system50No
Total Requested75094%
Total Not Requested506%

Option Package Details
Touring

AWD
FeatureValueRequested?
AWD0Yes
Lockable rear differential150No
Heated mirrors25Yes
Total Requested2514%
Total Not Requested15086%

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Ford Explorer

Price of the Ford Explorer: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed automatic RWD		 With discounts it is very reasonably priced for what you get.
2006 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed automatic RWD		 Lots of car for the money.
2005 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range		 Great value. Bad for Ford, great for us.
2004 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range		 With the incentives, buying this SUV felt like I was getting a huge bargain. By my 5th year of ownership, I felt like I got ripped off based on the cost to maintain this vehicle.
Price of the Ford Explorer: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2002 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range		 Too expensive in the market compared to more reliable trucks available like Honda Pilots.

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the Honda Pilot

Price of the Honda Pilot: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD		 I was able to negotiate a very reasonable price on this pilot. This made the payments very reasonable compared to many comperable SUVs.
2008 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 with the knee jerk reaction against SUVs in US made many SUVs affordable. Pilot was unfairly clubbed clubbed with all the gas guzzlers and that made some very good deals possible.
2007 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 I paid about $2,000.00 less for the Pilot than a comparably equipped Highlander.
2005 4dr SUV 255-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 WE BOUGHT IT USED AND GOT A GREAT DEAL.
Price of the Honda Pilot: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 How it is so much more expensive than in the US
2009 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD		 Next size up from Rav4/CRV in Honda lineup and was considerably more expensive than Toyota Highlander.
2008 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 Too high; not worth the money.
2008 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 High price
2006 4dr SUV 244-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD
5-speed automatic FWD		 Too high.
2004 4dr SUV 240-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 PILOT WAS 10K MORE

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