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Chrysler 300 vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Chrysler 300 vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $53,915

Ford Explorer Platinum   
Difference: $1,670

Lowest Total Invoice: $51,532

Ford Explorer Platinum   
Difference: $1,787

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122016
Model300Explorer
TrimSRT8Platinum
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $47,670 $52,970
Base Invoice $46,062 $50,587
SafetyTec Group 1,995  
Leather Premium Interior Group 2,500  
Panoramic sunroof 1,495  
SafetyTec Group 1,776  
Leather Premium Interior Group 2,225  
Panoramic sunroof 1,331  
Options (change) 5,990 0
Options (change) 5,332 0
Destination 925 945
Gas Tax 1,000 0
Total Price $55,585 $53,915
Total Invoice $53,319 $51,532

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler 300 vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,610
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,420
Model Year20122016
Model300Explorer
TrimSRT8Platinum
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine470hp V8365hp V6
TransmissionT5T6
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)276, 6500, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-20255/50-20
Total Price$55,585$53,915
Adjustments for Features0-6,940
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$55,585$46,975
Total Invoice$53,319$51,532
Adjustments for Features0-6,633
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$53,319$44,899

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Features Comparison: Chrysler 300 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20122016
Model300Explorer
TrimSRT8Platinum
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Active noise reduction $0
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100
Heated / cooled cup holders, front row$75 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power liftgate $350
Remote window/roof operation$15 
Semi-automated parking system $500
Sunshade, rear, power$225 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Curve control $50
Hill descent control $250
Inflatable rear seat belts $200
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based $200
Lane departure warning $200
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Side curtain airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Temporary spare tire $150
Terrain selector $200
Trailer sway control $25
Vehicle health reports $0
Wide-view front camera $150
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Class III trailer hitch $250
Roof rails $250
Trailering equipment (7 wire) $150
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$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 
Tow hook(s), front $40
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
HD radio $50
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
Surround sound $250
Wi-Fi hotspot capability $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Compass $0
Fog light, rear$100 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Performance meter$150 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Carbon fiber trim$200 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Massage, driver seat $100
Massage, passenger seat $100
Metal pedals$75 
Power-stowing third row seats $1000
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0 
Tailgating position, third row seats $50
Wood trim $300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Performance steering system (optional)$0 
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$4,955$11,895
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$6,940
Value of Feature Adjustments0-6,633

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Specifications Comparison: Chrysler 300 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20122016
Model300Explorer
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase120.2 in112.6 in
Length198.6 in198.3 in
Width75.0 in78.9 in
Height58.4 in70.0 in
Curb Weight4,000 lb.4,458 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.1 gal.18.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.6 in41.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.5 in61.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.2 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.8 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.9 in40.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.7 in61.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.1 in56.8 in
Row 2 Legroom40.1 in39.5 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.8 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.7 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in33.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
16.3 ft321.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
16.343.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
16.381.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Chrysler 300 SRT8

SafetyTec Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Fog light, rear100No
Turn signals on or near mirrors25Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested97589%
Total Not Requested12511%
Leather Premium Interior Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000Yes
Total Requested1250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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