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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: $45,370 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $14,885 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,780 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $14,425 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | CTS | CTS | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Performance | Premium | Vsport Premium | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $55,670 | $60,070 | $69,340 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $52,051 | $56,165 | $64,833 | $35,268 |
| CD player, remote | 300 | 300 | 300 | |
| Driver Assist Package | 2,540 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | 750 | 595 | ||
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,500 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |||
| CD player, remote | 264 | 264 | 264 | |
| Driver Assist Package | 2,235 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | 660 | 506 | ||
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,825 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |||
| Options (change) | 3,590 | 300 | 300 | 6,690 |
| Options (change) | 3,159 | 264 | 264 | 5,687 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 825 |
| Total Price | $60,255 | $61,365 | $70,635 | $45,370 |
| Total Invoice | $56,205 | $57,424 | $66,092 | $41,780 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,490 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,124 | ||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | CTS | CTS | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Performance | Premium | Vsport Premium | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 272hp I4 | 272hp I4 | 420hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T8 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 13 | ?, 13 | ?, 13 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/40-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $60,255 | $61,365 | $70,635 | $45,370 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,395 | -2,120 | -3,095 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $58,860 | $59,245 | $67,540 | $45,370 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $385 | $8,680 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $56,205 | $57,424 | $66,092 | $41,780 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,301 | -1,984 | -2,896 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $54,904 | $55,440 | $63,196 | $41,780 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $536 | $8,292 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | CTS | CTS | CTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Performance | Premium | Vsport Premium | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Electronic engine sound enhancement | $0 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Backup collision intervention | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Laminated rear side windows | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| CD player, remote | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Approach detection | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,100 | $9,825 | $10,800 | $7,705 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,395 | $2,120 | $3,095 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,301 | -1,984 | -2,896 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | CTS | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 114.6 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 195.5 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 57.2 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,621 lb. | 4,558 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.2 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.8 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.6 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.8 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.3 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.4 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 | 13.7 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.7 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.7 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Cadillac CTS Performance
| Driver Assist Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | No |
| Backup collision intervention | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 100% |
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 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | 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 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 3175 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 24% |
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