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Buick LaCrosse 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 LaCrosse vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $42,525 Buick LaCrosse | ||
| Difference: $7,955 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,491 Buick LaCrosse | ||
| Difference: $6,168 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2014 |
| Model | LaCrosse | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Sport |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $30,170 | $41,675 |
| Base Invoice | $28,963 | $38,862 |
| LFX V6 engine | 0 | |
| Navigation system | 895 | |
| Entertainment Package | 600 | |
| Premium 2 Group | 4,695 | |
| AWD | 2,175 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,295 | 1,995 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,195 | 1,595 |
| Cargo tray | 135 | 115 |
| All-weather floor mats | 140 | 75 |
| Rear spoiler | 350 | |
| Package 401A | 4,130 | |
| LFX V6 engine | 0 | |
| Navigation system | 788 | |
| Entertainment Package | 528 | |
| Premium 2 Group | 4,507 | |
| AWD | 2,088 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,140 | 1,741 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,052 | 1,392 |
| Cargo tray | 119 | 99 |
| All-weather floor mats | 123 | 66 |
| Rear spoiler | 308 | |
| Package 401A | 3,604 | |
| Options (change) | 11,480 | 7,910 |
| Options (change) | 10,653 | 6,902 |
| Destination | 875 | 895 |
| Total Price | $42,525 | $50,480 |
| Total Invoice | $40,491 | $46,659 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Buick LaCrosse vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Buick LaCrosse | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,365 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,850 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2014 |
| Model | LaCrosse | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Sport |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 303hp V6 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/26 MPG | 16/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 384, 11 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $42,525 | $50,480 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,590 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,525 | $46,890 |
| Total Invoice | $40,491 | $46,659 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,318 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,491 | $43,341 |
Features Comparison: Buick LaCrosse vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2014 |
| Model | LaCrosse | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Sport |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,990 | $8,580 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,590 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,318 |
Specifications Comparison: Buick LaCrosse vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2014 |
| Model | LaCrosse | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 111.7 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 196.9 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 73.1 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 59.2 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,196 lb. | 4,921 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.0 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.4 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.2 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.7 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.3 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.9 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 40.5 in | 39.8 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 | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.8 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 10.8 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 10.8 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Buick LaCrosse
| LFX V6 engine | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 25 | Yes |
| Termporary spare tire | 150 | Yes |
| 245/50R17 tires | 400 | No |
| 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 303 hp@6800 264 lb-ft@5300 | 1000 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 25% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Entertainment Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 384W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 50% |
| Premium 2 Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Variable assist steering (optional) | 0 | No |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| 235/50VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3150 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 975 | 24% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2025 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 1175 | 37% |
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