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Chevrolet Sonic vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Sonic vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $21,960

Chevrolet Sonic RS   
Difference: $10,880

Lowest Total Invoice: $20,866

Chevrolet Sonic RS   
Difference: $9,590

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201620162008
ModelSonicSonicExplorer Sport Trac
TrimLTZRSLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Base Price $19,780 $20,095 $27,490
Base Invoice $18,791 $19,090 $25,606
Dusk Package 1,715    
All-weather floor mats 140 140 75
Sunroof 850 850 850
Adrenaline Package     2,995
Remote start     385
Satellite radio     195
Floor mats     65
Dusk Package 1,561    
All-weather floor mats 127 127 47
Sunroof 774 774 723
Adrenaline Package     2,756
Remote start     326
Satellite radio     166
Floor mats     47
Options (change) 2,705 990 4,565
Options (change) 2,462 901 4,065
Destination 875 875 785
Total Price $23,360 $21,960 $32,840
Total Invoice $22,128 $20,866 $30,456

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Sonic vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Sonic RS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,125
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,962
Model Year201620162008
ModelSonicSonicExplorer Sport Trac
TrimLTZRSLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Engine138hp I4138hp I4210hp V6
TransmissionT6M6A5
DrivetrainFWDFWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/45-18205/50-17235/65-18
Total Price$23,360$21,960$32,840
Adjustments for Features-1,0250-1,755
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$22,335$21,960$31,085
Cost Above Minimum$375$0$0
Total Invoice$22,128$20,866$30,456
Adjustments for Features-9710-1,628
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$21,157$20,866$28,828
Cost Above Minimum$291$0$0

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Sonic vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Model Year201620162008
ModelSonicSonicExplorer Sport Trac
TrimLTZRSLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
6-speed manual $150 
5-speed automatic  $900
FWD$0$0 
RWD  $0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad  $50
Power sliding rear window  $250
Remote app$25$25 
Remote start$150 $150
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50 
Full-size spare tire  $225
Knee airbag, driver$75$75 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75 
Rear side airbags$300$300 
Rearview camera$200$200 
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Class II trailer hitch  $200
Storage compartment(s) in bed  $100
Trailering equipment (4 wire)  $125
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rear air vents  $100
Rear defrost$200$200 
Exterior 
Body kit$0$0 
Deep-tinted rear windows  $275
Rear spoiler$200$200 
Running boards  $350
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0 
App support$0$0 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
CD player  $125
MP3-compatible player  $50
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0 
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225 
Voice control for audio system  $25
Voice control for external devices  $0
Wi-Fi hotspot$50$50 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150
Digital instruments$0$0 
Heated mirrors$25$25 
Illuminated visor mirror, driver  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger  $50
Visor mirror, driver$10$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Metal pedals $75 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power recliner, driver seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat  $100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Polished alloy wheels  $350
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0 
Total Value of Features$3,520$2,495$4,250
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,025$0$1,755
Value of Feature Adjustments-9710-1,628

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Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Sonic vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac

Model Year20162008
ModelSonicExplorer Sport Trac
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUT
Wheelbase99.4 in130.5 in
Length173.1 in210.2 in
Width68.3 in73.7 in
Height59.7 in72.5 in
Curb Weight2,734 lb.4,517 lb.
Fuel Capacity12.2 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.7 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room53.4 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room51.4 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.0 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.6 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom34.6 in36.9 in
Cargo Volume14.9 ft30.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chevrolet Sonic LTZ

Dusk Package
FeatureValueRequested?
4-wheel disc brakes150Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Body kit0No
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Special exterior trim0No
215/45ZR18 tires400No
Total Requested107573%
Total Not Requested40027%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited

Adrenaline Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Polished alloy wheels0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Running boards350No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested112567%
Total Not Requested55033%

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