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Chrysler 300 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.
Chrysler 300 vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $41,555 Chrysler 300 Limited | ||||||
| Difference: $5,480 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $39,323 Chrysler 300 Limited | ||||||
| Difference: $4,122 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2015 |
| Model | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | Explorer |
| Trim | Limited | 300S V6 | 300C | 300S V8 | SRT8 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $32,670 | $33,670 | $38,670 | $39,670 | $47,670 | $38,200 |
| Base Invoice | $31,312 | $32,232 | $36,832 | $37,752 | $46,062 | $35,622 |
| SafetyTec Group | 2,420 | 2,420 | 2,420 | 2,420 | 1,995 | |
| Uconnect Touch 8.4N | 795 | 795 | ||||
| Luxury Group | 3,250 | 3,250 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,495 | 1,495 | 1,495 | 1,495 | 1,495 | 1,595 |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,150 | |||||
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,600 | |||||
| Polished alloy wheels | 595 | |||||
| SafetyTec Group | 2,154 | 2,154 | 2,154 | 2,154 | 1,776 | |
| Uconnect Touch 8.4N | 708 | 708 | ||||
| Luxury Group | 2,893 | 2,893 | ||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,331 | 1,331 | 1,331 | 1,331 | 1,331 | 1,392 |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,004 | |||||
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,013 | |||||
| Polished alloy wheels | 519 | |||||
| Options (change) | 7,960 | 7,960 | 3,915 | 3,915 | 3,490 | 7,940 |
| Options (change) | 7,086 | 7,086 | 3,485 | 3,485 | 3,107 | 6,928 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 895 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,000 | 0 |
| Total Price | $41,555 | $42,555 | $43,510 | $44,510 | $53,085 | $47,035 |
| Total Invoice | $39,323 | $40,243 | $41,242 | $42,162 | $51,094 | $43,445 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler 300 vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler 300 Limited | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,430 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $396 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2015 |
| Model | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | Explorer |
| Trim | Limited | 300S V6 | 300C | 300S V8 | SRT8 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 292hp V6 | 292hp V6 | 363hp V8 | 363hp V8 | 470hp V8 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | A8 | T8 | T5 | T5 | T5 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 276, 6 | 552, 11 | 276, 6 | 552, 11 | 276, 6 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/60-18 | 245/45-20 | 225/60-18 | 245/45-20 | 245/45-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $41,555 | $42,555 | $43,510 | $44,510 | $53,085 | $47,035 |
| Adjustments for Features | -650 | -300 | -450 | 0 | -1,675 | -4,700 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,905 | $42,255 | $43,060 | $44,510 | $51,410 | $42,335 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,350 | $2,155 | $3,605 | $10,505 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $39,323 | $40,243 | $41,242 | $42,162 | $51,094 | $43,445 |
| Adjustments for Features | -615 | -284 | -427 | 0 | -1,612 | -4,341 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,708 | $39,959 | $40,815 | $42,162 | $49,482 | $39,104 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,251 | $2,107 | $3,454 | $10,774 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Chrysler 300 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2015 |
| Model | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | Explorer |
| Trim | Limited | 300S V6 | 300C | 300S V8 | SRT8 | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 8-speed automatic | $1200 | |||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||||
| Heated / cooled cup holders, front row | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |||||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |||||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |||||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||||
| Safety key | $5 | |||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||||
| Drivetrain | ||||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| HD radio | $50 | |||||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||||
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Performance meter | $150 | |||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Carbon fiber trim | $200 | |||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | $600 | ||||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Touring suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $4,405 | $4,055 | $4,205 | $3,755 | $5,430 | $8,455 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $650 | $300 | $450 | $0 | $1,675 | $4,700 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -615 | -284 | -427 | 0 | -1,612 | -4,341 |
Specifications Comparison: Chrysler 300 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2015 |
| Model | 300 | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 120.2 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 198.6 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 75.0 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 58.4 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,000 lb. | 4,535 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.6 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.5 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.2 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.8 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.9 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.7 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.1 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 40.1 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 | 16.3 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.3 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Chrysler 300 Limited
| SafetyTec Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Fog light, rear | 100 | No |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1875 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 13% |
| Uconnect Touch 8.4N | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Heated / cooled cup holders | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 740 | 37% |
Option Package Details
Chrysler 300 300S V6
| Luxury Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Heated / cooled cup holders | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2575 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 690 | 21% |
| SafetyTec Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Fog light, rear | 100 | No |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2075 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 12% |
| Uconnect Touch 8.4N | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Chrysler 300 300C
| SafetyTec Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Fog light, rear | 100 | No |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1475 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 16% |
Option Package Details
Chrysler 300 300S V8
| SafetyTec Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Fog light, rear | 100 | No |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1475 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 16% |
Option Package Details
Chrysler 300 SRT8
| SafetyTec Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Fog light, rear | 100 | No |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 975 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 11% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Package 302A / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2425 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 2050 | 46% |
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