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Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Volkswagen Jetta Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Volkswagen Jetta Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,050

Volkswagen Jetta GLI   
Difference: $4,910

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,924

Volkswagen Jetta GLI   
Difference: $4,335

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082009
ModelExplorer Sport TracJetta
TrimLimitedGLI
Body4dr SUT4dr Sedan
Base Price $27,490 $24,770
Base Invoice $25,606 $23,094
Adrenaline Package 2,995  
Floor mats 65  
All-weather floor mats 75 185
Sunroof 850  
Satellite radio 195  
Navigation system 1,995 1,990
Unbranded 190W 7 speakers 510  
Autobahn Package   2,405
Adrenaline Package 2,756  
Floor mats 47  
All-weather floor mats 47 145
Sunroof 723  
Satellite radio 166  
Navigation system 1,696 1,758
Unbranded 190W 7 speakers 433  
Autobahn Package   2,227
Options (change) 6,685 4,580
Options (change) 5,868 4,130
Destination 785 700
Total Price $34,960 $30,050
Total Invoice $32,259 $27,924

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta GLI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,280
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,831
Model Year20082009
ModelExplorer Sport TracJetta
TrimLimitedGLI
Body4dr SUT4dr Sedan
Engine210hp V6200hp I4
TransmissionA5M6
DrivetrainRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)190, 7?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/65-18225/45-17
Total Price$34,960$30,050
Adjustments for Features-1,6300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,330$30,050
Total Invoice$32,259$27,924
Adjustments for Features-1,5040
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$30,755$27,924

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20082009
ModelExplorer Sport TracJetta
TrimLimitedGLI
Body4dr SUT4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900 
6-speed manual $150
RWD$0 
FWD $0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power sliding rear window$250 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Full-size spare tire$225 
Rollover sensor$50 
Temporary spare tire $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50
Cargo mat $40
Class II trailer hitch$200 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Rear seat pass-through $100
Storage compartment(s) in bed$100 
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Rear defrost $200
Exterior 
Body kit (gray/black) $0
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Running boards$350 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player $0
Media drive $15
MP3-compatible player$50 
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150 
Automatic headlights$125 
Heated mirrors $25
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates $100
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Metal pedals $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Total Value of Features$4,450$2,820
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,630$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,5040

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. Volkswagen Jetta

Model Year20082009
ModelExplorer Sport TracJetta
Body4dr SUT4dr Sedan
Wheelbase130.5 in101.5 in
Length210.2 in179.3 in
Width73.7 in70.1 in
Height72.5 in57.4 in
Curb Weight4,517 lb.3,231 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in54.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in37.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in53.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in35.4 in
Cargo Volume0.016.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited

Adrenaline Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Polished alloy wheels0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25Yes
Running boards350No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Total Requested122573%
Total Not Requested45027%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive, large15No
USB port25Yes
SD Card slot25No
Total Requested62594%
Total Not Requested406%
All-weather floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
All-weather floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Front seat active head restraints0No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested180090%
Total Not Requested20010%

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