Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2012 Cadillac CTS Cadillac CTS 2018

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

Join Us

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.

Ford Explorer vs. Cadillac CTS Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $45,370

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $19,165

Lowest Total Invoice: $41,780

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $19,336

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220182018
ModelExplorerCTSCTS
TrimLimitedPremium LuxuryV-Sport Premium Luxury
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $37,855 $59,495 $71,095
Base Invoice $35,268 $56,520 $67,540
Package 302A / 303A 4,500    
Polished alloy wheels 595 600  
Panoramic sunroof 1,595    
Technology Package   2,850  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   595 595
Package 302A / 303A 3,825    
Polished alloy wheels 506 534  
Panoramic sunroof 1,356    
Technology Package   2,537  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   530 530
Options (change) 6,690 4,045 595
Options (change) 5,687 3,601 530
Destination 825 995 995
Total Price $45,370 $64,535 $72,685
Total Invoice $41,780 $61,116 $69,065

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 Cadillac CTS 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. Cadillac CTS

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,100
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,433
Model Year201220182018
ModelExplorerCTSCTS
TrimLimitedPremium LuxuryV-Sport Premium Luxury
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine290hp V6335hp V6420hp V6
TransmissionT6T8T8
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12?, 13?, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20245/40-18245/40-18
Total Price$45,370$64,535$72,685
Adjustments for Features0-3,065-3,690
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$45,370$61,470$68,995
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$7,525
Total Invoice$41,780$61,116$69,065
Adjustments for Features0-2,903-3,506
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$41,780$58,213$65,559
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$7,346

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Cadillac CTS

Model Year201220182018
ModelExplorerCTSCTS
TrimLimitedPremium LuxuryV-Sport Premium Luxury
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300$1300
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
Active noise reduction $0$0
Adaptive cruise control$600  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850$850
Electronic engine sound enhancement  $0
Heated steering wheel $100$100
Keyless entry keypad$50  
Power liftgate$350  
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Remote app $25$25
Sunshade, rear, power $225$225
Sunshades, second row $125$125
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25  
Around view cameras $500$500
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial $200$200
Automatic braking, low-speed $200$200
Backup collision intervention $150$150
Curve control$50  
Dedicated short-range radio communications (DSRC) $0$0
Following distance indicator $25$25
Inflatable rear seat belts$200  
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75
Lane departure warning $200$200
Lane keeping assist $400$400
Obstacle detection, front $150$150
Rear side airbags $300$300
Rearview camera$200  
Rollover sensor$50  
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500  
Temporary spare tire$150  
Tires, run-flat $150$150
Trailer sway control$25  
Vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2I) communication $0$0
Vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) communication $0$0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Rear seat pass-through $100$100
Roof rails$250  
Climate Control 
Rear air vents with automatic controls $250$250
Rear air vents with manual controls$150  
Rear HVAC unit$400  
Rear wiper$175  
Drivetrain 
Active rear differential  $500
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop $150 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250  
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Laminated front side windows $200$200
Laminated rear side windows $100$100
Rear spoiler$200  
Tow hook(s), front $40$40
Wheel-lip moldings$75  
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0$0
Android Auto support $100$100
App support $0$0
Apple CarPlay support $100$100
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player$50  
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25  
SD Card slot$25  
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225$225
Traffic + travel information$25  
Traffic information $25$25
Wi-Fi hotspot $50$50
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0  
Wireless charging station $75$75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Approach detection $25$25
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75
Auto-dimming headlights $200$200
Boost gauge  $75
Compass $0$0
Fog lights$125  
Head-up display (HUD) $350$350
Power-folding mirrors$50  
Rear camera mirror $200$200
Spotter mirror(s)$50  
Steering-linked headlights $150$150
Seats and Interior Trim 
Coordinated climate control, front seats $0$0
Door sill trim plates$100  
Heated second row seats $200$200
Illuminated door sill trim plates $200$200
Manual recliner, second row seats$75  
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Metal pedals $75$75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100  
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100$100
Power-stowing third row seats$1000  
Tailgating position, third row seats$50  
Upholstered instrument panel $300$300
Wood trim $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500$500
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Machined alloy wheels  $350
Polished alloy wheels$350$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100$100
Total Value of Features$7,725$10,790$11,415
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,065$3,690
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,903-3,506

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Cadillac CTS

Model Year20122018
ModelExplorerCTS
Body4dr SUV4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.6 in114.6 in
Length197.1 in195.5 in
Width78.9 in72.2 in
Height70.4 in57.2 in
Curb Weight4,558 lb.3,656 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.19.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in56.9 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in53.8 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.6 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in37.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in54.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in53.3 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in35.4 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.0 ft313.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.8 ft313.7 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.7 ft313.7 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Package 302A / 303A
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Inflatable rear seatbelts200No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power liftgate350No
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Navigation system600Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Total Requested317576%
Total Not Requested100024%

Option Package Details
Cadillac CTS Premium Luxury

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial200No
Backup collision intervention150No
Leather upholstery, extended coverage0No
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Metal pedals75No
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250Yes
Alarm100No
Wheel locks25No
Laminated rear side windows100No
Total Requested25012%
Total Not Requested185088%

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.