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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: $55,260

Ford Explorer Platinum   
Difference: $31,230

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082019
ModelXLRExplorer
TrimBasePlatinum
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr SUV
Base Price $80,650 $54,165
Platinum Edition 5,000  
Platinum Edition 2,962  
Options (change) 5,000 0
Options (change) 2,962 0
Destination 840 1,095
Total Price $86,490 $55,260

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac XLR vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $35,590
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $78,201
Model Year20082019
ModelXLRExplorer
TrimBasePlatinum
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr SUV
Engine320hp V8365hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)250, 9500, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/50-18255/50-20
Total Price$86,490$55,260
Adjustments for Features0-4,360
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$86,490$50,900

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Features Comparison: Cadillac XLR vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20082019
ModelXLRExplorer
TrimBasePlatinum
Body2dr Hardtop conv.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 rear side windows $200
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Remote app $25
Remote climate control $25
Remote start $150
Remote window/roof operation $15
Semi-automated parking system $500
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
Hill descent control $250
Inflatable rear seat belts $200
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based $200
Lane departure warning $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, three rows $500
Temporary spare tire $150
Terrain selector $200
Tires, run-flat$150 
Trailer sway control $25
Vehicle health reports $0
Wide-view front camera $150
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Class III trailer hitch $250
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails $250
Trailering equipment (7 wire) $150
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
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Power retractable hardtop$6750 
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear spoiler $200
Tow hook(s), front $40
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
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
SMS text-to-speech reader $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 $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200
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
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates$100 
Folding second row seats $300
Heated second row seats $200
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Massage, driver seat $100
Massage, passenger seat $100
Power-stowing third row seats $1000
Synthetic suede headliner$650 
Tailgating position, third row seats $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500 
Auto-leveling rear shocks$200 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$11,465$15,825
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,360
Value of Feature Adjustments0-86

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Specifications Comparison: Cadillac XLR vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20082019
ModelXLRExplorer
Body2dr Hardtop conv.4dr SUV
Wheelbase105.7 in112.6 in
Length177.7 in198.3 in
Width72.3 in78.9 in
Height50.4 in70.0 in
Curb Weight3,675 lb.4,458 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.0 gal.18.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.6 in41.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.3 in61.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.0 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.6 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in40.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in61.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in56.8 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in39.5 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 in33.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
4.4 ft321.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
4.443.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
11.6 ft381.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Cadillac XLR

Platinum Edition
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Synthetic suede headliner650No
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Total Requested100061%
Total Not Requested65039%

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