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Cadillac STS 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 STS vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,120 Ford Explorer Limited | |||||
| Difference: $12,205 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,461 Ford Explorer Limited | |||||
| Difference: $10,669 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | STS | STS | STS | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | V6 | V8 | STS-V | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $41,020 | $47,520 | $73,070 | $29,245 | $32,395 |
| Base Invoice | $37,944 | $43,956 | $67,704 | $27,273 | $30,178 |
| Bose 300W 15 speakers | 2,590 | ||||
| Preferred Equipment Group 1SB | 2,640 | ||||
| Sunroof | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 155 | ||||
| Preferred Equipment Group 1SE | 4,445 | ||||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||||
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | |||
| Audiophile Package | 510 | ||||
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 295 | ||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | ||||
| Bose 300W 15 speakers | 2,150 | ||||
| Preferred Equipment Group 1SB | 2,191 | ||||
| Sunroof | 996 | 996 | 996 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 129 | ||||
| Preferred Equipment Group 1SE | 3,689 | ||||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||||
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | |||
| Audiophile Package | 433 | ||||
| Remote start | 326 | 326 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 251 | ||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | ||||
| Options (change) | 6,585 | 5,645 | 1,200 | 6,360 | 2,940 |
| Options (change) | 5,466 | 4,685 | 996 | 5,406 | 2,498 |
| Destination | 720 | 720 | 720 | 785 | 785 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 2,100 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $48,325 | $53,885 | $77,090 | $36,390 | $36,120 |
| Total Invoice | $44,130 | $49,361 | $71,520 | $33,464 | $33,461 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac STS vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,130 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,601 | |||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | STS | STS | STS | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | V6 | V8 | STS-V | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 254hp V6 | 320hp V8 | 469hp V8 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T5 | T5 | T6 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 15 | 300, 15 | 300, 15 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-17 | 235/50-17 | 255/45-18 | 255/50-20 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $48,325 | $53,885 | $77,090 | $36,390 | $36,120 |
| Adjustments for Features | -75 | -465 | -2,980 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,250 | $53,420 | $74,110 | $36,390 | $36,120 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $5,170 | $25,860 | $270 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $44,130 | $49,361 | $71,520 | $33,464 | $33,461 |
| Adjustments for Features | -68 | -426 | -2,765 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,062 | $48,935 | $68,755 | $33,464 | $33,461 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,873 | $24,693 | $3 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Cadillac STS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | STS | STS | STS | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | V6 | V8 | STS-V | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| 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 | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $3,750 | $4,140 | $6,655 | $3,675 | $3,675 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $75 | $465 | $2,980 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -68 | -426 | -2,765 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Cadillac STS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | STS | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 116.4 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 196.3 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 72.6 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,961 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.7 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.6 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.6 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.9 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.4 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.6 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.3 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.8 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Cadillac STS V6
| Preferred Equipment Group 1SB | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Interior air filter | 0 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 54% |
Option Package Details
Cadillac STS V8
| Preferred Equipment Group 1SE | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Interior air filter | 0 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Bose, 300W, 15 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | No |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Polished alloy wheels | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1690 | 53% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 53% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 10% |
| Audiophile Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 64% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
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