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Cadillac XLR vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Cadillac XLR vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $43,260

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $38,230

Lowest Total Invoice: $39,942

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $36,306

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082011
ModelXLRExplorer
TrimBaseLimited
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr SUV
Base Price $80,650 $37,535
Base Invoice $75,408 $34,952
Package 302A   4,305
Polished alloy wheels   595
Package 302A   3,659
Polished alloy wheels   506
Options (change) 0 4,900
Options (change) 0 4,165
Destination 840 825
Total Price $81,490 $43,260
Total Invoice $76,248 $39,942

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac XLR vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $36,160
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $34,369
Model Year20082011
ModelXLRExplorer
TrimBaseLimited
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr SUV
Engine320hp V8290hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)250, 9390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18255/50-20
Total Price$81,490$43,260
Adjustments for Features-2,0700
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$79,420$43,260
Total Invoice$76,248$39,942
Adjustments for Features-1,9370
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$74,311$39,942

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Features Comparison: Cadillac XLR vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20082011
ModelXLRExplorer
TrimBaseLimited
Body2dr Hardtop conv.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 rear side windows $200
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Remote start $150
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
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Curve control $50
Forward collision warning $200
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Temporary spare tire $150
Tires, run-flat$150 
Trailer sway control $25
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear HVAC unit $400
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Power retractable hardtop$6750 
Rear spoiler $200
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player$0 
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25
SD Card slot $25
Surround sound $250
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 
Head-up display (HUD)$350 
Headlight washers$50 
Interior ambient lighting $150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Folding second row seats $300
Leather door panel trim$250 
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 
Auto-leveling rear shocks$200 
Total Value of Features$11,350$9,280
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,070$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,9370

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Specifications Comparison: Cadillac XLR vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20082011
ModelXLRExplorer
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr SUV
Wheelbase105.7 in112.6 in
Length177.7 in197.1 in
Width72.3 in78.9 in
Height50.4 in70.4 in
Curb Weight3,675 lb.4,579 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.0 gal.18.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.6 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in61.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.6 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in40.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in61.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in56.7 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in39.8 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.8 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.7 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in33.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
4.4 ft321.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
4.443.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
11.6 ft380.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Package 302A
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Blind spot warning system200No
Parking guidance system - active500No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Forward collision alert200No
Power liftgate350No
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Navigation system600Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Total Requested217555%
Total Not Requested180045%

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