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Acura ZDX vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Acura ZDX vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $46,260

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $10,595

Lowest Total Invoice: $42,612

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $9,502

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20102011
ModelZDXExplorer
TrimBaseLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $45,495 $37,535
Base Invoice $41,737 $34,952
Advance Package 10,550  
Package 302A   4,305
AWD   2,000
Panoramic sunroof   1,595
Advance Package 9,567  
Package 302A   3,659
AWD   1,820
Panoramic sunroof   1,356
Options (change) 10,550 7,900
Options (change) 9,567 6,835
Destination 810 825
Total Price $56,855 $46,260
Total Invoice $52,114 $42,612

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Acura ZDX vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,460
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,141
Model Year20102011
ModelZDXExplorer
TrimBaseLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine300hp V6290hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/23 MPG17/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)435, 10390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-19255/50-20
Total Price$56,855$46,260
Adjustments for Features0-2,865
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$56,855$43,395
Total Invoice$52,114$42,612
Adjustments for Features0-2,639
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$52,114$39,973

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Features Comparison: Acura ZDX vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20102011
ModelZDXExplorer
TrimBaseLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Active noise reduction$0 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Remote start $150
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Semi-automated parking system $500
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Curve control $50
Hill descent control $250
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Safety key $5
Side curtain airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Terrain selector $200
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear HVAC unit $400
Rear wiper $175
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential$500 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0 
HD radio $50
Media drive$15 
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25
SD Card slot $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Wi-Fi hotspot capability $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather accent trim$300 
Leather door panel trim$250 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power-stowing third row seats $1000
Tailgating position, third row seats $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$5,505$8,370
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,865
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,639

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Specifications Comparison: Acura ZDX vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20102011
ModelZDXExplorer
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase108.3 in112.6 in
Length192.4 in197.1 in
Width78.5 in78.9 in
Height62.8 in70.4 in
Curb Weight4,424 lb.4,752 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.0 gal.18.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.0 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.7 in61.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.6 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom35.3 in40.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.4 in61.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.3 in56.7 in
Row 2 Legroom31.1 in39.8 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.8 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.7 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in33.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
26.3 ft321.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
26.343.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
55.8 ft380.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Acura ZDX

Advance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250No
Adaptive shocks - electrical500No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Upgraded leather upholstery0No
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-Audio-compatible player0No
Surround sound250Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
ELS, 435W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested240065%
Total Not Requested131535%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

AWD
FeatureValueRequested?
AWD0Yes
Hill descent control250No
Terrain Selector200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested450100%
Package 302A
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power liftgate350Yes
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Total Requested287572%
Total Not Requested110028%

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