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Cadillac CTS 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.
Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $45,120 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $3,850 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,688 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $2,620 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $33,675 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $31,486 | $35,268 |
| Performance Collection (AWD) | 2,135 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 250 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | 750 | 595 |
| 3.6L V6 | 0 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,300 | |
| AWD | 1,900 | 2,000 |
| Premium Luxury Collection | 8,215 | |
| Package 301A | 2,250 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Performance Collection (AWD) | 1,772 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 208 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | 623 | 506 |
| 3.6L V6 | 0 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,079 | |
| AWD | 1,577 | 1,820 |
| Premium Luxury Collection | 6,818 | |
| Package 301A | 1,913 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Options (change) | 14,550 | 6,440 |
| Options (change) | 12,077 | 5,595 |
| Destination | 745 | 825 |
| Total Price | $48,970 | $45,120 |
| Total Invoice | $44,308 | $41,688 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,640 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,198 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/26 MPG | 17/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 10 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $48,970 | $45,120 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,790 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,970 | $42,330 |
| Total Invoice | $44,308 | $41,688 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,578 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,308 | $39,110 |
Features Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| 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 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Super-heated washer fluid | $100 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| 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 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $0 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,890 | $8,680 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,790 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,578 |
Specifications Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | CTS | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.4 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 191.6 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 72.5 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,001 lb. | 4,731 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.7 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.1 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.2 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.1 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 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 | 13.6 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.6 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.6 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Cadillac CTS
| Performance Collection (AWD) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Super-heated washer fluid | 100 | No |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| 235/50VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2125 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 2000 | 48% |
| Premium Luxury Collection | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Machined alloy wheels | 0 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Super-heated washer fluid | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 5700 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 1365 | 19% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | No |
| Terrain Selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Package 301A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1125 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 42% |
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