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Buick Encore 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.
Buick Encore vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,110 Buick Encore | |||||
| Difference: $10,715 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,645 Buick Encore | |||||
| Difference: $10,158 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Encore | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | XLT | Limited | Sport | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $24,365 | $34,020 | $42,090 | $45,950 | $53,940 |
| Base Invoice | $23,390 | $32,489 | $40,196 | $43,883 | $51,512 |
| Premium Group | 6,100 | ||||
| Experience Buick Package | 1,940 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 395 | ||||
| All-weather floor mats | 140 | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 245 | 140 | 140 | 140 | 140 |
| Package 202A | 4,100 | ||||
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,295 | 1,295 | 1,295 | ||
| Technology Feature Bundle | 935 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,695 | 1,695 | 1,695 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | 1,295 | 595 | |||
| Cargo cover | 130 | 130 | 130 | 130 | |
| Cargo mat | 100 | 100 | 100 | 100 | |
| Premium Group | 5,856 | ||||
| Experience Buick Package | 1,765 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 359 | ||||
| All-weather floor mats | 127 | 114 | 114 | 114 | 114 |
| Roof rack crossbars | 223 | 133 | 133 | 133 | 133 |
| Package 202A | 3,895 | ||||
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,230 | 1,230 | 1,230 | ||
| Technology Feature Bundle | 888 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,610 | 1,610 | 1,610 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | 1,230 | 565 | |||
| Cargo cover | 124 | 124 | 124 | 124 | |
| Cargo mat | 95 | 95 | 95 | 95 | |
| Options (change) | 8,820 | 9,810 | 4,075 | 3,480 | 490 |
| Options (change) | 8,330 | 9,319 | 3,871 | 3,306 | 466 |
| Destination | 925 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $34,110 | $44,825 | $47,160 | $50,425 | $55,425 |
| Total Invoice | $32,645 | $42,803 | $45,062 | $48,184 | $52,973 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Buick Encore vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Buick Encore | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,830 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,429 | |||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Encore | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | XLT | Limited | Sport | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 138hp I4 | 290hp V6 | 280hp I4 | 365hp V6 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | ?, 7 | 390, 12 | 390, 12 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-18 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $34,110 | $44,825 | $47,160 | $50,425 | $55,425 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,855 | -5,220 | -6,645 | -10,685 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,110 | $41,970 | $41,940 | $43,780 | $44,740 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $30 | $0 | $1,840 | $2,800 |
| Total Invoice | $32,645 | $42,803 | $45,062 | $48,184 | $52,973 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,726 | -4,988 | -6,350 | -10,212 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,645 | $40,077 | $40,074 | $41,834 | $42,761 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3 | $0 | $1,760 | $2,687 |
Features Comparison: Buick Encore vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Encore | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | XLT | Limited | Sport | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | $0 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | ||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Exterior | |||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | $40 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | ||||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | ||||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $5,540 | $8,395 | $10,760 | $12,185 | $16,225 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,855 | $5,220 | $6,645 | $10,685 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,726 | -4,988 | -6,350 | -10,212 |
Specifications Comparison: Buick Encore vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | Encore | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 100.6 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 168.4 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 65.3 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,238 lb. | 4,458 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.0 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.6 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.1 in | 61.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.7 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.8 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.8 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.6 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 50.1 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.8 in | 39.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.8 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.8 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 48.4 ft3 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Buick Encore
| Premium Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| Cargo mat | 40 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Bose, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3890 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 9% |
| Experience Buick Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | 500 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1575 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 24% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Polished alloy wheels | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Polished alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| 255/50HR20 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 53% |
| Package 202A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 7 speakers | 350 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Remote climate control | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | Yes |
| Android Auto support | 100 | Yes |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2425 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 1125 | 32% |
| Safe and Smart Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 54% |
| Technology Feature Bundle | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD player | 125 | Yes |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Safe and Smart Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 54% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Safe and Smart Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 54% |
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