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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.
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: $2,485 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,423 Audi A3 3.2 S line | |||
| Difference: $1,840 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | A3 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $31,615 | $35,550 | $33,980 |
| Base Invoice | $29,319 | $32,901 | $31,561 |
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | 1,950 |
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| AWD | 2,320 | 2,320 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | 630 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 450 | ||
| Satellite radio | 350 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,100 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | 1,775 |
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| AWD | 2,112 | 2,112 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | 536 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 637 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 410 | ||
| Satellite radio | 319 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,001 | ||
| Options (change) | 9,305 | 7,105 | 4,550 |
| Options (change) | 8,129 | 6,259 | 4,142 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 720 |
| Total Price | $41,735 | $43,470 | $39,250 |
| Total Invoice | $38,263 | $39,975 | $36,423 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A3 3.2 S line | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,100 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $570 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | A3 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 250hp V6 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/19 MPG | 13/19 MPG | 21/27 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 195, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $41,735 | $43,470 | $39,250 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,385 | -2,885 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,350 | $40,585 | $39,250 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $235 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $38,263 | $39,975 | $36,423 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,270 | -2,653 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,993 | $37,322 | $36,423 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $329 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | A3 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 3.2 S line |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr 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 | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| 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 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| 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, remote | $200 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $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 | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| 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 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,515 | $9,015 | $6,130 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,385 | $2,885 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,270 | -2,653 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Audi A3
| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | A3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 168.7 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 69.5 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,706 lb. | 3,660 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 15.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 54.3 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 | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 34.8 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 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 465 | 44% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 26% |
| Total Not Requested | 975 | 74% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 16% |
Option Package Details
Audi A3 3.2 S line
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 126% |
| Total Not Requested | -125 | -26% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 225 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 65 | 22% |
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