Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2008 Audi A3 Audi A3 2007

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3 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.

Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $39,250

Audi A3 3.2 S line   
Difference: $180

Lowest Total Invoice: $36,267

Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer   
Difference: $156

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082007
ModelExplorerExplorerA3
TrimEddie BauerLimited3.2 S line
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Base Price $29,245 $32,395 $33,980
Base Invoice $27,273 $30,178 $31,561
Luxury Package 1,290    
Sun and Sirius Package 560 560  
4.6L V8 1,310 1,310  
Cargo cover 90 90  
Navigation system 1,995 1,995 1,950
Audiophile Package 510    
AWD 2,320 2,325  
255/50R20 1,325 630  
Cold Weather Package     700
Metallic paint (extra cost)     450
Satellite radio     350
Panoramic sunroof     1,100
Luxury Package 1,097    
Sun and Sirius Package 476 476  
4.6L V8 1,192 1,192  
Cargo cover 77 77  
Navigation system 1,696 1,696 1,775
Audiophile Package 433    
AWD 2,111 2,117  
255/50R20 1,127 536  
Cold Weather Package     637
Metallic paint (extra cost)     410
Satellite radio     319
Panoramic sunroof     1,001
Options (change) 9,400 6,910 4,550
Options (change) 8,209 6,094 4,142
Destination 785 785 720
Total Price $39,430 $40,090 $39,250
Total Invoice $36,267 $37,057 $36,423

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Ford Explorer dealer quotes or Audi A3 dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,015
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,255
Model Year200820082007
ModelExplorerExplorerA3
TrimEddie BauerLimited3.2 S line
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Engine292hp V8292hp V8250hp V6
TransmissionA6A6S6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)13/19 MPG13/19 MPG21/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)190, 7190, 7195, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20255/50-20225/45-17
Total Price$39,430$40,090$39,250
Adjustments for Features-1,195-1,4450
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$38,235$38,645$39,250
Cost Above Minimum$0$410$0
Total Invoice$36,267$37,057$36,423
Adjustments for Features-1,099-1,3360
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$35,168$35,721$36,423
Cost Above Minimum$0$553$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3

Model Year200820082007
ModelExplorerExplorerA3
TrimEddie BauerLimited3.2 S line
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000$1000 
6-speed automated manual  $1100
AWD$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Power-adjustable pedals$125$125 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Universal garage door opener$100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Brake assist  $50
Obstacle detection, rear $250 
Rollover sensor$50$50 
Tire-pressure monitor$75$75 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net  $40
Class II trailer hitch$200$200 
Rear seat pass-through  $100
Roof rails$250$250 
Ski sack  $50
Storage compartment under front seat(s)  $50
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125$125 
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15
Interior air filter  $0
Rain-sensing wipers  $175
Rear air vents$100$100 
Variable intermittent wipers$75$75 
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275 
Panoramic sunroof  $1200
Rear spoiler  $200
Running boards$350$350 
Sunroof$900$900 
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75 
Infotainment 
Aux input$50$50 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD changer, in-dash$325$325 
CD changer, remote  $200
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Fog light, rear  $100
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim  $100
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Memory system, driver seat$200$200 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels  $350
Polished alloy wheels$350$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$7,250$7,500$6,055
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,195$1,445$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,099-1,3360

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3

Model Year20082007
ModelExplorerA3
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase113.7 in101.5 in
Length193.4 in168.7 in
Width73.7 in69.5 in
Height72.8 in56.0 in
Curb Weight4,706 lb.3,660 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.15.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in36.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in34.8 in
Row 3 Headroom37.4 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room53.1 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room45.3 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom34.9 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
13.6 ft313.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.9 ft313.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
83.7 ft354.6 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Universal garage door opener100No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested55043%
Total Not Requested72557%
Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Audiophile Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20036%
Total Not Requested35064%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2 S line

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
CD changer, remote-125Yes
Total Requested475100%
Total Not Requested00%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Ski sack50No
Heated windshield washer nozzles15No
Total Requested22578%
Total Not Requested6522%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.