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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: $49,220 Cadillac CTS | ||
| Difference: $6,040 | ||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2019 |
| Model | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $33,675 | $54,165 |
| Performance Collection (AWD) | 2,135 | |
| Premium Luxury Collection | 8,215 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 250 | |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,000 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,300 | |
| AWD | 1,900 | |
| Performance Collection (AWD) | 1,772 | |
| Premium Luxury Collection | 6,818 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 208 | |
| 3.6L V6 | 1,072 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,079 | |
| AWD | 1,577 | |
| Options (change) | 14,800 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 12,526 | 0 |
| Destination | 745 | 1,095 |
| Total Price | $49,220 | $55,260 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,505 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $43,851 | ||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2019 |
| Model | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 304hp V6 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/25 MPG | 16/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 10 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $49,220 | $55,260 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -9,545 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $49,220 | $45,715 |
Features Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2019 |
| Model | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| 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 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Super-heated washer fluid | $100 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| 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 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,755 | $15,300 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $9,545 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -189 |
Specifications Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2019 |
| Model | CTS | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.4 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 191.6 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 72.5 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,001 lb. | 4,890 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.7 in | 61.5 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 | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.1 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.9 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 | 13.6 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.6 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.6 | 81.7 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 | Yes |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| 235/50VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2875 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 30% |
| Premium Luxury Collection | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Machined alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| 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 | 6200 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 865 | 12% |
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