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Ford Explorer vs. Cadillac CTS 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. Cadillac CTS Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $37,810 Ford Explorer XLT | ||||
| Difference: $425 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,931 Cadillac CTS 2.8 / 3.6 | ||||
| Difference: $19 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | CTS | CTS |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | 2.8 / 3.6 | CTS-V |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,520 | $37,535 | $29,270 | $49,475 |
| Base Invoice | $29,479 | $34,952 | $27,368 | $45,372 |
| Package 202A | 3,075 | |||
| Navigation system | 795 | 795 | 2,995 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | ||
| Luxury Package | 2,350 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,300 | |||
| Folding second row seats | 400 | |||
| Sunroof | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||
| Package 202A | 2,614 | |||
| Navigation system | 676 | 676 | 2,486 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | 1,356 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,950 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,079 | |||
| Folding second row seats | 332 | |||
| Sunroof | 996 | 996 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,465 | 2,390 | 8,245 | 1,200 |
| Options (change) | 4,646 | 2,032 | 6,843 | 996 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 720 | 720 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $37,810 | $40,750 | $38,235 | $52,695 |
| Total Invoice | $34,950 | $37,809 | $34,931 | $48,388 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Cadillac CTS
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer XLT | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,765 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,993 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | CTS | CTS |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | 2.8 / 3.6 | CTS-V |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 400hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 390, 12 | 212, 8 | 212, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 225/55-16 | 245/45-18 |
| Total Price | $37,810 | $40,750 | $38,235 | $52,695 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,340 | -5,655 | 0 | -1,250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,470 | $35,095 | $38,235 | $51,445 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,625 | $0 | $13,210 |
| Total Invoice | $34,950 | $37,809 | $34,931 | $48,388 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,012 | -5,247 | 0 | -1,148 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,938 | $32,562 | $34,931 | $47,240 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,624 | $0 | $12,309 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Cadillac CTS
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | CTS | CTS |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | 2.8 / 3.6 | CTS-V |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | ||
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $7,955 | $9,270 | $3,615 | $4,865 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,340 | $5,655 | $0 | $1,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,012 | -5,247 | 0 | -1,148 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Cadillac CTS
| Model Year | 2011 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | CTS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 113.4 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 190.1 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.6 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 56.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,579 lb. | 3,510 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 17.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 56.6 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 56.2 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 53.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 36.2 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Package 202A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 2175 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 1050 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Cadillac CTS 2.8 / 3.6
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Bose, 212W, 8 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 43% |
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Machined alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 36% |
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