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Dodge Challenger vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Dodge Challenger vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $36,760

Dodge Challenger SXT Plus   
Difference: $16,350

Lowest Total Invoice: $35,585

Dodge Challenger SXT Plus   
Difference: $15,149

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182018201820182018201820182018
ModelChallengerChallengerChallengerChallengerChallengerChallengerChallengerExplorerExplorer
TrimSXT PlusR/T PlusR/T ClassicT/A PlusR/T Scat PackT/A 392SRT 392SportPlatinum
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $30,295 $36,995 $38,990 $40,995 $38,995 $43,995 $49,495 $45,950 $53,940
Base Invoice $29,708 $36,006 $37,782 $39,566 $37,646 $42,096 $48,376 $43,883 $51,512
Driver Convenience Group 1,095 1,095 1,095 1,095 795 1,095      
Super Track Pak 795   795            
Uconnect 8.4N 795 795 795 795 795 795      
Technology Group 1,195 1,195 1,195 1,195 1,195 1,195 1,195    
Temporary spare tire 295 295 295 295          
Sunroof 1,195 1,195 1,195 1,195 1,195 1,195 1,195    
Performance Handling Group   1,690   995          
Leather Interior Group         1,695 1,695      
Appearance Group         1,395        
Package 401A               3,875  
Panoramic sunroof               1,695  
Wheels, dark finish               595  
Driver Convenience Group 975 975 975 975 708 975      
Super Track Pak 708   708            
Uconnect 8.4N 708 708 708 708 708 708      
Technology Group 1,064 1,064 1,064 1,064 1,064 1,064 1,064    
Temporary spare tire 263 263 263 263          
Sunroof 1,064 1,064 1,064 1,064 1,064 1,064 1,064    
Performance Handling Group   1,504   886          
Leather Interior Group         1,509 1,509      
Appearance Group         1,242        
Package 401A               3,681  
Panoramic sunroof               1,610  
Wheels, dark finish               565  
Options (change) 5,370 6,265 5,370 5,570 7,070 5,975 2,390 6,165 0
Options (change) 4,782 5,578 4,782 4,960 6,295 5,320 2,128 5,856 0
Destination 1,095 1,095 1,095 1,095 1,095 1,095 1,095 995 995
Gas Tax 0 0 0 0 1,000 1,000 1,000 0 0
Total Price $36,760 $44,355 $45,455 $47,660 $48,160 $52,065 $53,980 $53,110 $54,935
Total Invoice $35,585 $42,679 $43,659 $45,621 $46,036 $49,511 $52,599 $50,734 $52,507

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Dodge Challenger vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Dodge Challenger SXT Plus
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,515
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,744
Model Year201820182018201820182018201820182018
ModelChallengerChallengerChallengerChallengerChallengerChallengerChallengerExplorerExplorer
TrimSXT PlusR/T PlusR/T ClassicT/A PlusR/T Scat PackT/A 392SRT 392SportPlatinum
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine305hp V6375hp V8375hp V8375hp V8485hp V8485hp V8485hp V8365hp V6365hp V6
TransmissionT8M6M6M6M6M6M6T6T6
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDRWDRWDRWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6276, 6?, 6?, 6900, 19500, 12500, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-20245/45-20245/45-20245/45-20245/45-20275/40-20275/40-20255/50-20255/50-20
Total Price$36,760$44,355$45,455$47,660$48,160$52,065$53,980$53,110$54,935
Adjustments for Features-925-100-1000-350-350-1,300-9,110-11,585
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,835$44,255$45,355$47,660$47,810$51,715$52,680$44,000$43,350
Cost Above Minimum$0$8,420$9,520$11,825$11,975$15,880$16,845$650$0
Total Invoice$35,585$42,679$43,659$45,621$46,036$49,511$52,599$50,734$52,507
Adjustments for Features-895-96-960-335-333-1,267-8,702-11,073
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$34,690$42,583$43,563$45,621$45,701$49,178$51,332$42,032$41,434
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,893$8,873$10,931$11,011$14,488$16,642$598$0

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Features Comparison: Dodge Challenger vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year201820182018201820182018201820182018
ModelChallengerChallengerChallengerChallengerChallengerChallengerChallengerExplorerExplorer
TrimSXT PlusR/T PlusR/T ClassicT/A PlusR/T Scat PackT/A 392SRT 392SportPlatinum
Body2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe2dr Coupe4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300        
6-speed manual $150$150$150$150$150$150  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic       $1100$1100
RWD$0$0$0$0$0$0$0  
AWD       $1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet       $100$100
Active noise reduction        $0
Adaptive cruise control       $600$600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850$850$850$850$850  
Hands-free trunk or liftgate       $100$100
Keyless entry keypad       $50$50
Power liftgate       $350$350
Power rear side windows       $200$200
Power-adjustable pedals        $125
Remote climate control       $25$25
Remote start$150$150$150$150$150$150 $150$150
Semi-automated parking system        $500
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist       $25$25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0$0$0$0$0  
Curve control       $50$50
High performance brake pads (optional)$0        
Hill descent control       $250$250
Inflatable rear seat belts       $200$200
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75$75$75$75  
Knee airbag, passenger       $75$75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based       $200$200
Lane departure warning       $200$200
Obstacle detection, front       $150$150
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system       $0$0
Rollover sensor       $50$50
Safety key       $5$5
Side curtain airbags$350$350$350$350$350$350$350  
Side curtain airbags, three rows       $500$500
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150$150   $150$150
Terrain selector       $200$200
Trailer sway control       $25$25
Vehicle health reports       $0$0
Wide-view front camera       $150$150
Cargo Management 
Class III trailer hitch       $250$250
Roof rails       $250$250
Trailering equipment (7 wire)       $150$150
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100$100$100$100$100$100$100  
Rear air vents with manual controls       $150$150
Rear HVAC unit       $400$400
Rear wiper       $175$175
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential    $300$300$300  
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust $250$250$250$250$250$250  
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)       $0 
Black grille (optional)    $0 $0$0 
Black hood   $0 $0   
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)       $250$250
Bright-finished fuel door$100$100$100   $100  
Deep-tinted rear windows       $275$275
Front splitter spoiler    $200$200$200  
Hood scoop$100$100$100$100$100$100$100  
Painted brake calipers (optional)      $0  
Panoramic sunroof       $1200$1200
Rear bumper protector       $40$40
Sunroof$900$900$900$900$900$900$900  
Tow hook(s), front       $40$40
Wheel-lip moldings       $75$75
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity       $0$0
App support       $0$0
CD player       $125$125
MP3-compatible player       $50$50
Satellite radio       $200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250$250$250$250$250$250  
Surround sound      $250$250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200$200$200$200$200  
Text dictation$50$50$50$50$50$50$50  
Wi-Fi hotspot       $50$50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror       $75$75
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only       $750$750
Performance meter$150$150$150$150$150$150$150  
Power-folding mirrors       $50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors       $25$25
Xenon HID headlights$500$500$500$500$500$500$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100$100$100$100$100$100  
Heated second row seats       $200$200
Illuminated door sill trim plates       $200$200
Leather door panel trim      $250 $250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150$150$150$150$150$150 
Manual recliner, second row seats       $75$75
Massage, driver seat        $100
Massage, passenger seat        $100
Memory system, driver seat       $200$200
Metal pedals $75$75$75$75$75$75  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150$150$150$150$150 $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat        $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat       $100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat       $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat       $100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat       $100 
Power recliner, driver seat       $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat       $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat       $100$100
Power-stowing third row seats       $1000$1000
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0$0$0$0$0$0   
Tailgating position, third row seats       $50$50
Upgraded floor mats    $0    
Upholstered instrument panel, leather        $1000
Wood trim        $300
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel        $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical      $500  
Alloy wheels$350 $350  $350$350  
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200$200$200$200$200  
Machined alloy wheels       $350$350
Performance steering system (optional)$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0 
Polished alloy wheels $350 $350$350    
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0$0$0   $0$0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)    $0$0$0  
Wheels, dark finish   $0 $0$0$0 
Transmission 
Launch control    $100$100$100  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100$100$100   $100$100
Total Value of Features$6,275$5,450$5,450$5,350$5,700$5,700$6,650$14,460$16,935
Value of Feature Adjustments$925$100$100$0$350$350$1,300$9,110$11,585
Value of Feature Adjustments-895-96-960-335-333-1,267-8,702-11,073

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Specifications Comparison: Dodge Challenger vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20182018
ModelChallengerExplorer
Body2dr Coupe4dr SUV
Wheelbase116.0 in112.6 in
Length197.9 in198.3 in
Width75.7 in78.9 in
Height57.5 in70.0 in
Curb Weight3,866 lb.4,458 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.18.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.3 in41.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.5 in61.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.3 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.0 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom37.1 in40.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room53.9 in61.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room47.8 in56.8 in
Row 2 Legroom33.1 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
16.2 ft321.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
16.243.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
16.281.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Dodge Challenger SXT Plus

Driver Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Remote start150Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Total Requested95097%
Total Not Requested253%
Super Track Pak
FeatureValueRequested?
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0No
Front sport buckets100No
High performance brake pads (optional)0No
3.07 axle ratioNo
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Performance meter150No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Performance steering system (optional)250Yes
Upgraded stability control0No
245/45ZR20 tires400No
Total Requested60048%
Total Not Requested65052%
Uconnect 8.4N
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested775100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested50042%
Total Not Requested70058%

Option Package Details
Dodge Challenger R/T Plus

Performance Handling Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Polished alloy wheels350No
Performance braking system (optional)250No
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0No
Front sport buckets100No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Performance meter150No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Performance steering system (optional)250Yes
Upgraded stability control0No
245/45ZR20 tires400No
Total Requested60032%
Total Not Requested125068%
Technology Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested50042%
Total Not Requested70058%
Uconnect 8.4N
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested775100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Remote start150Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Total Requested95097%
Total Not Requested253%

Option Package Details
Dodge Challenger R/T Classic

Super Track Pak
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Performance meter150No
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Performance steering system (optional)250Yes
Upgraded stability control0No
245/45ZR20 tires400No
Total Requested60052%
Total Not Requested55048%
Uconnect 8.4N
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested775100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested50042%
Total Not Requested70058%
Driver Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Remote start150Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Total Requested45095%
Total Not Requested255%

Option Package Details
Dodge Challenger T/A Plus

Driver Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Remote start150Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Total Requested95097%
Total Not Requested253%
Performance Handling Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Performance braking system (optional)250No
Polished alloy wheels350No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
245/45ZR20 tires400No
Total Requested1009%
Total Not Requested100091%
Uconnect 8.4N
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested775100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested50042%
Total Not Requested70058%

Option Package Details
Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack

Driver Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Remote start150Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Total Requested105098%
Total Not Requested252%
Leather Interior Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Total Requested1600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Uconnect 8.4N
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested775100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested50042%
Total Not Requested70058%
Appearance Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Bodyside stripes0No
Upgraded floor mats0No
Black grille (optional)0Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Dodge Challenger T/A 392

Driver Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Remote start150Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Total Requested105098%
Total Not Requested252%
Leather Interior Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Total Requested1600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Uconnect 8.4N
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested775100%
Total Not Requested00%
Technology Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested50042%
Total Not Requested70058%

Option Package Details
Dodge Challenger SRT 392

Technology Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested50042%
Total Not Requested70058%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport

Package 401A
FeatureValueRequested?
Inflatable rear seat belts200No
Sony, 500W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
AC power outlet100No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Remote window/roof operation15Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Wide-view front camera150No
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning200No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200No
Total Requested191553%
Total Not Requested172547%

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