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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: $45,625 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $5,695 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $42,001 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $6,501 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | CTS | CTS | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Performance | Premium | CTS-V | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $44,190 | $49,750 | $63,215 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $41,759 | $47,013 | $59,106 | $35,268 |
| Performance Luxury Package | 3,005 | |||
| Navigation System | 2,145 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 350 | 350 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,150 | 1,150 | 1,595 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | 750 | 800 | 595 | |
| Roof rack | 325 | 325 | 325 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,500 | |||
| Cargo cover | 135 | |||
| Roof rack crossbars | 120 | |||
| Performance Luxury Package | 2,644 | |||
| Navigation System | 1,888 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 308 | 308 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,012 | 1,012 | 1,356 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | 660 | 704 | 506 | |
| Roof rack | 286 | 286 | 286 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,825 | |||
| Cargo cover | 115 | |||
| Roof rack crossbars | 106 | |||
| Options (change) | 7,725 | 675 | 2,275 | 6,945 |
| Options (change) | 6,798 | 594 | 2,002 | 5,908 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 895 | 825 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 0 |
| Total Price | $52,810 | $51,320 | $67,685 | $45,625 |
| Total Invoice | $49,452 | $48,502 | $63,303 | $42,001 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,435 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,928 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | CTS | CTS | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Performance | Premium | CTS-V | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 318hp V6 | 318hp V6 | 556hp V8 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | M6 | 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 | 255/40-19 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $52,810 | $51,320 | $67,685 | $45,625 |
| Adjustments for Features | -640 | -640 | 0 | -4,380 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $52,170 | $50,680 | $67,685 | $41,245 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $1,490 | $0 | $17,005 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $49,452 | $48,502 | $63,303 | $42,001 |
| Adjustments for Features | -599 | -605 | 0 | -4,032 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $48,853 | $47,897 | $63,303 | $37,969 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $956 | $0 | $15,406 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | CTS | CTS | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Performance | Premium | CTS-V | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | ||
| 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 | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Curve control | $50 | |||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| 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 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| 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 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $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 | ||||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| 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 | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $4,230 | $4,230 | $3,590 | $7,970 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $640 | $640 | $0 | $4,380 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -599 | -605 | 0 | -4,032 |
Specifications Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| 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 | 4,061 lb. | 4,558 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
| 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 |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Automatic air recirculation | 100 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1325 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 740 | 36% |
| 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 / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| 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 warning | 200 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 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 | 2075 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 2100 | 50% |
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