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Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Buick Encore Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Buick Encore Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,515

Buick Encore   
Difference: $3,375

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,128

Buick Encore   
Difference: $1,920

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082018
ModelExplorer Sport TracEncore
TrimLimitedBase
Body4dr SUT4dr SUV
Base Price $27,490 $24,365
Base Invoice $25,606 $23,390
Adrenaline Package 2,995  
Electronics Package 545  
Navigation system 1,995  
Unbranded 190W 7 speakers 510  
Remote start 385  
Sunroof 850  
All-weather floor mats 75 140
Floor mats 65  
Satellite radio 195  
Experience Buick Package   1,940
Essence Group   4,700
Metallic paint (extra cost)   395
Adrenaline Package 2,756  
Electronics Package 463  
Navigation system 1,696  
Unbranded 190W 7 speakers 433  
Remote start 326  
Sunroof 723  
All-weather floor mats 47 127
Floor mats 47  
Satellite radio 166  
Experience Buick Package   1,765
Essence Group   4,512
Metallic paint (extra cost)   359
Options (change) 7,615 7,175
Options (change) 6,657 6,763
Destination 785 975
Total Price $35,890 $32,515
Total Invoice $33,048 $31,128

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Buick Encore

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Buick Encore
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,650
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,055
Model Year20082018
ModelExplorer Sport TracEncore
TrimLimitedBase
Body4dr SUT4dr SUV
Engine210hp V6138hp I4
TransmissionA5T6
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)190, 7?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/65-18215/55-18
Total Price$35,890$32,515
Adjustments for Features0-3,275
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,890$29,240
Total Invoice$33,048$31,128
Adjustments for Features0-3,135
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,048$27,993

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Buick Encore

Model Year20082018
ModelExplorer Sport TracEncore
TrimLimitedBase
Body4dr SUT4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Active noise reduction $0
Heated steering wheel $100
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power sliding rear window$250 
Remote app $25
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system $200
Brake assist $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear $100
Full-size spare tire$225 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Rear side airbags $300
Rearview camera $200
Temporary spare tire $150
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover $75
Class II trailer hitch$200 
Roof rails $250
Storage compartment(s) in bed$100 
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125 
Climate Control 
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents$100 
Rear defrost $200
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding $350
Rear spoiler $200
Running boards$350 
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0
Android Auto support $100
App support $0
Apple CarPlay support $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Wi-Fi hotspot $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Heated mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding passenger seat $150
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Chrome-plated alloy wheels $850
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$3,275$6,550
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,275
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,135

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See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Buick Encore features.

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Buick Encore

Model Year20082018
ModelExplorer Sport TracEncore
Body4dr SUT4dr SUV
Wheelbase130.5 in100.6 in
Length210.2 in168.4 in
Width73.7 in69.9 in
Height72.5 in65.3 in
Curb Weight4,517 lb.3,238 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.14.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in54.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in51.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in40.8 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in38.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in52.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in50.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		0.018.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		0.048.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Buick Encore specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited

Adrenaline Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Polished alloy wheels100Yes
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Running boards350No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Total Requested132575%
Total Not Requested45025%
Electronics Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Buick Encore

Experience Buick Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Chrome-plated alloy wheels500No
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested157576%
Total Not Requested50024%
Essence Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Universal garage door opener100No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Heated steering wheel100No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
AC power outlet100No
Remote start150Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Cross-traffic warning, rear100No
Total Requested185061%
Total Not Requested120039%

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