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Chevrolet Traverse vs. Ford Taurus Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chevrolet Traverse vs. Ford Taurus Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,625

Ford Taurus Limited   
Difference: $10,595

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,643

Ford Taurus Limited   
Difference: $11,122

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122008
ModelTraverseTaurus
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Base Price $39,035 $27,620
Base Invoice $37,083 $25,388
Navigation system 1,890 1,995
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted 1,470 995
AWD 2,000 1,850
Limited Convenience Package   475
Remote start   395
Stability control   495
Navigation system 1,663 1,736
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted 1,294 866
AWD 1,900 1,666
Limited Convenience Package   413
Remote start   343
Stability control   431
Options (change) 5,360 6,205
Options (change) 4,857 5,455
Destination 825 800
Total Price $45,220 $34,625
Total Invoice $42,765 $31,643

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Traverse vs. Ford Taurus

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,535
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,282
Model Year20122008
ModelTraverseTaurus
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Engine288hp V6263hp V6
TransmissionT6A6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/23 MPG17/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 10?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/55-20225/55-18
Total Price$45,220$34,625
Adjustments for Features-4,0600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$41,160$34,625
Total Invoice$42,765$31,643
Adjustments for Features-3,8400
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$38,925$31,643

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Features Comparison: Chevrolet Traverse vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20122008
ModelTraverseTaurus
TrimLTZLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
6-speed automatic $1000
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power liftgate$350 
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50 
Rearview camera$200 
Side curtain airbags $350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Roof rails$250 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100
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 
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD player$125 
DVD-compatible player$0 
Satellite radio$200 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225 
Traffic information$25 
Voice control for external devices $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock $25
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75 
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Spotter mirror(s)$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Folding passenger seat $150
Folding third row seats$600 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Total Value of Features$8,225$4,165
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,060$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,8400

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Traverse vs. Ford Taurus features.

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Traverse vs. Ford Taurus

Model Year20122008
ModelTraverseTaurus
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase118.9 in112.9 in
Length205.0 in200.4 in
Width78.4 in74.5 in
Height70.4 in61.5 in
Curb Weight5,066 lb.3,814 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.0 gal.20.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.4 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room62.0 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room59.1 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom39.4 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.3 in57.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room57.8 in53.7 in
Row 2 Legroom36.8 in41.3 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room57.6 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room48.3 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		24.4 ft321.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		68.8 ft321.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		116.4 ft321.2 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Chevrolet Traverse vs. Ford Taurus specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
Limited Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Cargo net40No
Total Requested35068%
Total Not Requested16532%

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