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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: $45,120 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $3,850 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,688 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $2,620 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | CTS |
| Trim | Limited | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $37,855 | $33,675 |
| Base Invoice | $35,268 | $31,486 |
| Package 301A | 2,250 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | 595 | 750 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| AWD | 2,000 | 1,900 |
| Performance Collection (AWD) | 2,135 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,300 | |
| 3.6L V6 | 0 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 250 | |
| Premium Luxury Collection | 8,215 | |
| Package 301A | 1,913 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | 506 | 623 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| AWD | 1,820 | 1,577 |
| Performance Collection (AWD) | 1,772 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,079 | |
| 3.6L V6 | 0 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 208 | |
| Premium Luxury Collection | 6,818 | |
| Options (change) | 6,440 | 14,550 |
| Options (change) | 5,595 | 12,077 |
| Destination | 825 | 745 |
| Total Price | $45,120 | $48,970 |
| Total Invoice | $41,688 | $44,308 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Cadillac CTS
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,640 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,198 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | CTS |
| Trim | Limited | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/23 MPG | 17/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 300, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 235/50-18 |
| Total Price | $45,120 | $48,970 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,790 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,330 | $48,970 |
| Total Invoice | $41,688 | $44,308 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,578 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,110 | $44,308 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Cadillac CTS
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | CTS |
| Trim | Limited | Base |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Super-heated washer fluid | $100 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $0 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,680 | $5,890 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,790 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,578 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Cadillac CTS
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | CTS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 113.4 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 72.5 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 58.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,731 lb. | 4,001 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.2 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 54.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 35.9 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 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 301A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1125 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 42% |
Option Package Details
Cadillac CTS
| Performance Collection (AWD) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Super-heated washer fluid | 100 | No |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 250 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| 235/50VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2125 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 2000 | 48% |
| Premium Luxury Collection | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Machined alloy wheels | 0 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Super-heated washer fluid | 100 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 5700 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 1365 | 19% |
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