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Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Price Comparison (MSRP)The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $34,385 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $2,967 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,173 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $3,344 | |||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | A3 e-tron |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $30,200 | $32,515 | $38,900 |
| Base Invoice | $27,518 | $29,578 | $36,178 |
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | |
| Cargo cover | 80 | 80 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 575 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 295 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||
| Aluminum roof rails | 300 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | |
| Cargo cover | 68 | 68 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 536 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | 274 | ||
| Heated front seats | 467 | ||
| Aluminum roof rails | 280 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,540 | 1,840 | 1,670 |
| Options (change) | 3,010 | 1,565 | 1,557 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 950 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | -4,168 |
| Total Price | $34,385 | $35,000 | $37,352 |
| Total Invoice | $31,173 | $31,788 | $34,517 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,327 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,828 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | A3 e-tron |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 150hp I4 PiH |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 290, 7 | 290, 7 | 180, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $34,385 | $35,000 | $37,352 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -1,640 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,385 | $35,000 | $35,712 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $31,173 | $31,788 | $34,517 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -1,516 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,173 | $31,788 | $33,001 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | A3 e-tron |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Aluminum roof rails | $250 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||
| 3.6 kW onboard charger | $0 | ||
| 9 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||
| Tachometer | $75 | $75 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,375 | $5,375 | $7,015 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $1,640 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -1,516 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3 / S3 / RS3
| Model Year | 2006 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | A3 / S3 / RS3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 103.5 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 169.8 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 56.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,617 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 10.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 52.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 35.4 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 9.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 39.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 975 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 43% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
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