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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: $50,775

Chrysler 300 300C   
Difference: $4,260

Lowest Total Invoice: $48,317

Chrysler 300 300C   
Difference: $4,285

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182018
Model300Explorer
Trim300CPlatinum
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $40,995 $53,940
Base Invoice $39,491 $51,512
SafetyTec Plus Group 2,995  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 1,995  
Sun, Sound and Nav Package 3,695  
Cargo mat   100
SafetyTec Plus Group 2,666  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 1,776  
Sun, Sound and Nav Package 3,289  
Cargo mat   95
Options (change) 8,685 100
Options (change) 7,731 95
Destination 1,095 995
Total Price $50,775 $55,035
Total Invoice $48,317 $52,602

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chrysler 300 vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,310
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,995
Model Year20182018
Model300Explorer
Trim300CPlatinum
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine363hp V8365hp V6
TransmissionT8T6
DrivetrainRWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/25 MPG16/22 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)900, 19500, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-20255/50-20
Total Price$50,775$55,035
Adjustments for Features0-6,570
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$50,775$48,465
Total Invoice$48,317$52,602
Adjustments for Features0-6,280
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$48,317$46,322

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Features Comparison: Chrysler 300 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20182018
Model300Explorer
Trim300CPlatinum
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
RWD$0 
AWD $1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Active noise reduction $0
Adaptive cruise control $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power liftgate $350
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Remote climate control $25
Semi-automated parking system $500
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200 
Curve control $50
Hill descent control $250
Inflatable rear seat belts $200
Knee airbag, driver$75 
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system $0
Rollover sensor $50
Safety key $5
Side curtain airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Terrain selector $200
Trailer sway control $25
Vehicle health reports $0
Wide-view front camera $150
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$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
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear bumper protector $40
Rear spoiler $200
Tow hook(s), front $40
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
App support $0
CD player $125
MP3-compatible player $50
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200 
Text dictation$50 
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only $750
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25 
Power-folding mirrors $50
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Xenon HID headlights$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
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
Power-stowing third row seats $1000
Steering wheel, upgraded leather$0 
Tailgating position, third row seats $50
Upgraded floor mats$0 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200 
Machined alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$5,115$11,685
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$6,570
Value of Feature Adjustments0-6,280

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See a complete comparison of Chrysler 300 vs. Ford Explorer features.

Specifications Comparison: Chrysler 300 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20182018
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 Weight4,326 lb.4,890 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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See a complete comparison of Chrysler 300 vs. Ford Explorer specs.

Option Package Details
Chrysler 300 300C

SafetyTec Plus Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Turn signals on or near mirrors25Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Total Requested170065%
Total Not Requested92535%
Sun, Sound and Nav Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
Harman/Kardon, 900W, 19 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested222586%
Total Not Requested35014%

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