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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: $54,180 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| Difference: $18,600 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $51,784 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| Difference: $14,626 | ||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2017 |
| Model | STS | Explorer |
| Trim | V8 | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $55,910 | $53,235 |
| Base Invoice | $52,276 | $50,839 |
| Premium Luxury Collection | 4,155 | |
| Preferred Equipment Group 1SG | 11,940 | |
| Premium Luxury Collection | 3,449 | |
| Preferred Equipment Group 1SG | 9,910 | |
| Options (change) | 16,095 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 13,359 | 0 |
| Destination | 775 | 945 |
| Total Price | $72,780 | $54,180 |
| Total Invoice | $66,410 | $51,784 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac STS vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $27,935 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $23,548 | ||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2017 |
| Model | STS | Explorer |
| Trim | V8 | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 320hp V8 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 15 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/50-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $72,780 | $54,180 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -9,335 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $72,780 | $44,845 |
| Total Invoice | $66,410 | $51,784 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -8,922 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $66,410 | $42,862 |
Features Comparison: Cadillac STS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2009 | 2017 |
| Model | STS | Explorer |
| Trim | V8 | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $0 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,475 | $14,810 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $9,335 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -8,922 |
Specifications Comparison: Cadillac STS vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2009 | 2017 |
| Model | STS | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 116.4 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 196.7 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 72.6 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,974 lb. | 4,458 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.7 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.6 in | 61.5 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 | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.4 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.6 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.3 in | 39.5 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 | 33.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.8 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.8 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.8 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Cadillac STS V8
| Premium Luxury Collection | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Termporary spare tire | 150 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 15 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 2700 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 14% |
| 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 |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | 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 |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 15 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 4300 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 2475 | 37% |
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