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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: $21,000 Chevrolet Cobalt SS | ||||
| Difference: $12,175 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $19,683 Chevrolet Cobalt SS | ||||
| Difference: $10,975 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Cobalt | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SS | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $17,400 | $28,470 | $31,615 | $35,550 |
| Base Invoice | $16,443 | $26,458 | $29,319 | $32,901 |
| Leather seating surfaces | 695 | 995 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 395 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | 150 | |||
| Satellite radio | 325 | 195 | ||
| Sunroof | 750 | 850 | 850 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 695 | |||
| Sun and SYNC Package | 795 | |||
| Convenience Package | 595 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 612 | 846 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | 348 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | 132 | |||
| Satellite radio | 286 | 166 | ||
| Sunroof | 660 | 723 | 723 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 612 | |||
| Sun and SYNC Package | 675 | |||
| Convenience Package | 506 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | |||
| Options (change) | 3,010 | 3,890 | 3,485 | 2,160 |
| Options (change) | 2,650 | 3,385 | 3,042 | 1,915 |
| Destination | 590 | 815 | 815 | 815 |
| Total Price | $21,000 | $33,175 | $35,915 | $38,525 |
| Total Invoice | $19,683 | $30,658 | $33,176 | $35,631 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt SS | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,910 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,034 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| 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 | 235/70-16 | 255/50-20 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $21,000 | $33,175 | $35,915 | $38,525 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,265 | -4,240 | -7,265 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $21,000 | $28,910 | $31,675 | $31,260 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,765 | $2,350 |
| Total Invoice | $19,683 | $30,658 | $33,176 | $35,631 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,941 | -3,917 | -6,719 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $19,683 | $26,717 | $29,259 | $28,912 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,542 | $2,195 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| 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 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| 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 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| 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 | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $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 | ||||
| Center armrest(s), front row | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| 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 | |||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $1,060 | $5,325 | $5,300 | $8,325 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,265 | $4,240 | $7,265 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,941 | -3,917 | -6,719 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Cobalt vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 |
| 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 SYNC Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 925 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 16% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Keyless entry keypad | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 18% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 82% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
| 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% |
| 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
| 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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