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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: $45,110 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $4,955 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,519 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $5,800 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2011 |
| Model | CTS | CTS | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Performance 3.0 | Performance 3.6 | Premium 3.6 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $41,565 | $43,365 | $48,665 | $37,535 |
| Base Invoice | $39,279 | $40,980 | $45,988 | $34,952 |
| Performance Luxury Package | 3,240 | 2,645 | ||
| Navigation System | 3,145 | 2,145 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 250 | 250 | 250 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 900 | 900 | 1,595 | |
| Rearview camera | 355 | 355 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | 750 | 750 | 595 | |
| Roof rack | 325 | 325 | 325 | |
| Package 302A | 4,305 | |||
| Cargo cover | 135 | |||
| Roof rack crossbars | 120 | |||
| Performance Luxury Package | 2,851 | 2,328 | ||
| Navigation System | 2,768 | 1,888 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 220 | 220 | 220 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 792 | 792 | 1,356 | |
| Rearview camera | 312 | 312 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | 660 | 660 | 506 | |
| Roof rack | 286 | 286 | 286 | |
| Package 302A | 3,659 | |||
| Cargo cover | 115 | |||
| Roof rack crossbars | 106 | |||
| Options (change) | 8,965 | 7,370 | 575 | 6,750 |
| Options (change) | 7,889 | 6,486 | 506 | 5,742 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $51,355 | $51,560 | $50,065 | $45,110 |
| Total Invoice | $47,993 | $48,291 | $47,319 | $41,519 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,670 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,219 | ||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2011 |
| Model | CTS | CTS | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Performance 3.0 | Performance 3.6 | Premium 3.6 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 270hp V6 | 304hp V6 | 304hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 10 | 300, 10 | 300, 10 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-18 | 235/50-18 | 235/50-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $51,355 | $51,560 | $50,065 | $45,110 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | 0 | -3,715 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $51,355 | $51,560 | $50,065 | $41,395 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $1,290 | $1,495 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $47,993 | $48,291 | $47,319 | $41,519 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | 0 | -3,419 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $47,993 | $48,291 | $47,319 | $38,100 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $674 | $972 | $0 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2011 |
| Model | CTS | CTS | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Performance 3.0 | Performance 3.6 | Premium 3.6 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| 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 | |||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Cargo organizer | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| 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 | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| 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 | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,680 | $3,680 | $3,680 | $7,395 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $3,715 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | 0 | -3,419 |
Specifications Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2010 | 2011 |
| Model | CTS | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.4 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 191.6 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 72.6 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 59.1 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,032 lb. | 4,579 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 | 56.3 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 | 25.0 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 25.0 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Cadillac CTS Performance 3.0
| Performance Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Cargo cover | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo area partition net | 40 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Automatic air recirculation | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 840 | 42% |
| Navigation System | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 365 | 27% |
Option Package Details
Cadillac CTS Performance 3.6
| Performance Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cargo cover | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo area partition net | 40 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Automatic air recirculation | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 640 | 35% |
| Navigation System | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| 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 | Yes |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1975 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 2000 | 50% |
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