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Chevrolet Sonic 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 Sonic vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $19,010 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ | |||
| Difference: $17,140 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $18,040 Chevrolet Sonic LTZ | |||
| Difference: $15,499 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Sonic | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | LTZ | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $17,365 | $31,520 | $37,535 |
| Base Invoice | $16,497 | $29,479 | $34,952 |
| Sunroof | 850 | ||
| Cargo cover | 135 | 135 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Package 201A | 2,075 | ||
| Sunroof | 748 | ||
| Cargo cover | 115 | 115 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | 1,356 | |
| Package 201A | 1,764 | ||
| Options (change) | 850 | 3,805 | 1,730 |
| Options (change) | 748 | 3,235 | 1,471 |
| Destination | 795 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $19,010 | $36,150 | $40,090 |
| Total Invoice | $18,040 | $33,539 | $37,248 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Sonic vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Sonic LTZ | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,305 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,013 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Sonic | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | LTZ | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 138hp I4 | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | M5 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 26/35 MPG | 17/25 MPG | 17/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 8 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-17 | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $19,010 | $36,150 | $40,090 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,835 | -8,050 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $19,010 | $31,315 | $32,040 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $725 |
| Total Invoice | $18,040 | $33,539 | $37,248 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,486 | -7,479 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $18,040 | $29,053 | $29,769 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $716 |
Features Comparison: Chevrolet Sonic vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Sonic | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | LTZ | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | $150 | |
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Digital instruments | $0 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $2,195 | $7,030 | $10,245 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,835 | $8,050 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,486 | -7,479 |
Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Sonic vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | Sonic | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 159.0 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 68.3 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 59.7 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,690 lb. | 4,578 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.2 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.7 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 53.4 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 51.4 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.8 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.0 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 51.6 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.0 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.0 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.7 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Package 201A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 150 | 10% |
| Total Not Requested | 1425 | 90% |
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