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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: $44,855 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $27,925 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,298 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $25,112 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | STS | Explorer |
| Trim | V8 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $55,910 | $37,535 |
| Base Invoice | $52,276 | $34,952 |
| Premium Luxury Collection | 4,155 | |
| Preferred Equipment Group 1SG | 11,940 | |
| Package 302A | 4,305 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | 595 | |
| Premium Luxury Collection | 3,449 | |
| Preferred Equipment Group 1SG | 9,910 | |
| Package 302A | 3,659 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | 506 | |
| Options (change) | 16,095 | 6,495 |
| Options (change) | 13,359 | 5,521 |
| Destination | 775 | 825 |
| Total Price | $72,780 | $44,855 |
| Total Invoice | $66,410 | $41,298 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac STS vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $30,480 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $27,464 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | STS | Explorer |
| Trim | V8 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 320hp V8 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 15 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $72,780 | $44,855 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,555 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $72,780 | $42,300 |
| Total Invoice | $66,410 | $41,298 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,352 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $66,410 | $38,946 |
Features Comparison: Cadillac STS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | STS | Explorer |
| Trim | V8 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| RWD | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| 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 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| 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 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| 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 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| 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 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,400 | $8,955 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,555 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,352 |
Specifications Comparison: Cadillac STS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | STS | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 116.4 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 196.7 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 72.6 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,974 lb. | 4,579 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.7 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.6 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.6 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.9 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.4 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.6 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.3 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 | 13.8 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.8 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Cadillac STS V8
| Premium Luxury Collection | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Termporary spare tire | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 15 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 2500 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 20% |
| Preferred Equipment Group 1SG | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| 235/50WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| 255/45WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Termporary spare tire | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Additional engine cooling | 0 | No |
| Power steering cooler | 0 | No |
| Performance steering system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 15 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 3650 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 3125 | 46% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A | ||
| 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 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| 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 | 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 | 2375 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 40% |
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