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Chevrolet Cobalt 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.
Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $20,305 Chevrolet Cobalt SS | ||||
| Difference: $10,335 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $19,071 Chevrolet Cobalt SS | ||||
| Difference: $9,419 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Cobalt | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SS | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $17,400 | $26,495 | $29,245 | $32,395 |
| Base Invoice | $16,443 | $24,771 | $27,273 | $30,178 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 695 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 395 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | 150 | |||
| Satellite radio | 325 | |||
| Sunroof | 750 | |||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | 560 | |
| Ironman Package | 1,495 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,305 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 612 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 348 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | 132 | |||
| Satellite radio | 286 | |||
| Sunroof | 660 | |||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | 476 | |
| Ironman Package | 1,271 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,187 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | |||
| Options (change) | 2,315 | 3,360 | 3,195 | 1,870 |
| Options (change) | 2,038 | 2,934 | 2,795 | 1,668 |
| Destination | 590 | 785 | 785 | 785 |
| Total Price | $20,305 | $30,640 | $33,225 | $35,050 |
| Total Invoice | $19,071 | $28,490 | $30,853 | $32,631 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt SS | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,570 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,918 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Cobalt | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SS | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 171hp I4 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | M5 | A6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 23/29 MPG | 13/20 MPG | 13/20 MPG | 13/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 4 | 80, 4 | 80, 4 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-17 | 235/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $20,305 | $30,640 | $33,225 | $35,050 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,765 | -4,065 | -5,790 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $20,305 | $26,875 | $29,160 | $29,260 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,285 | $2,385 |
| Total Invoice | $19,071 | $28,490 | $30,853 | $32,631 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,501 | -3,775 | -5,390 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $19,071 | $24,989 | $27,078 | $27,241 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,089 | $2,252 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Cobalt | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SS | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Automatic-off headlights | $25 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| All-weather floor mats | $75 | |||
| Center armrest(s), front row | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $1,385 | $5,150 | $5,450 | $7,175 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,765 | $4,065 | $5,790 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,501 | -3,775 | -5,390 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | Cobalt | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.3 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 180.5 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 67.9 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,975 lb. | 4,531 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.0 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 49.5 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.8 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 51.4 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 49.6 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 33.7 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 | 13.9 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 13.9 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Ironman Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Roof rack crossbars | 50 | No |
| Machined alloy wheels | 0 | Yes |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | No |
| Bodyside cladding | 350 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| 235/60R18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 50% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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