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Cadillac DTS 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 DTS vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $43,715 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $12,325 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,374 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $12,590 | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | DTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Premium | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $54,425 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $51,432 | $35,268 |
| Driver Awareness Package | 695 | |
| Package 301A | 2,250 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 595 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | 595 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Driver Awareness Package | 612 | |
| Package 301A | 1,913 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 506 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | 506 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Options (change) | 695 | 5,035 |
| Options (change) | 612 | 4,281 |
| Destination | 920 | 825 |
| Total Price | $56,040 | $43,715 |
| Total Invoice | $52,964 | $40,374 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac DTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,440 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $14,543 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | DTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Premium | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 275hp V8 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | A4 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 15/23 MPG | 17/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $56,040 | $43,715 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,115 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $56,040 | $41,600 |
| Total Invoice | $52,964 | $40,374 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,953 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $52,964 | $38,421 |
Features Comparison: Cadillac DTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | DTS | Explorer |
| Trim | Premium | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed automatic | $800 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| 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 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| 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 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats | $225 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | |
| Chrome-plated alloy wheels | $850 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,890 | $9,005 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,115 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,953 |
Specifications Comparison: Cadillac DTS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 |
| Model | DTS | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 115.6 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 207.6 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 74.8 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,009 lb. | 4,557 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.3 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 60.0 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.5 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.4 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.2 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.7 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 42.0 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 | 18.8 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.8 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.8 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Cadillac DTS Premium
| Driver Awareness Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 42% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Blind spot warning system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 60% |
| 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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