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Ford Explorer vs. Cadillac STS 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 STS Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $54,935 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| Difference: $7,605 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $52,507 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| Difference: $5,936 | ||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | STS |
| Trim | Platinum | Luxury |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $53,940 | $50,820 |
| Base Invoice | $51,512 | $48,024 |
| Luxury Level Two Package | 3,950 | |
| Premium Luxury Collection | 4,600 | |
| AWD | 1,900 | |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 395 | |
| Luxury Level Two Package | 3,476 | |
| Premium Luxury Collection | 4,048 | |
| AWD | 1,672 | |
| Performance braking system (optional) | 348 | |
| Options (change) | 0 | 10,845 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 9,544 |
| Destination | 995 | 875 |
| Total Price | $54,935 | $62,540 |
| Total Invoice | $52,507 | $58,443 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Cadillac STS
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,890 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $14,811 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | STS |
| Trim | Platinum | Luxury |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 302hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 17/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 500, 12 | 300, 15 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 235/50-17 |
| Total Price | $54,935 | $62,540 |
| Adjustments for Features | -9,285 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $45,650 | $62,540 |
| Total Invoice | $52,507 | $58,443 |
| Adjustments for Features | -8,875 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $43,632 | $58,443 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Cadillac STS
| Model Year | 2018 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | STS |
| Trim | Platinum | Luxury |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| 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 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $15,925 | $6,640 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $9,285 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -8,875 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Cadillac STS
| Model Year | 2018 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | STS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 116.4 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 196.7 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 72.6 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 57.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,890 lb. | 4,125 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 17.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 in | 58.6 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 57.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 38.3 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 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Cadillac STS Luxury
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| 235/50R17 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Luxury Level Two Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 15 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 20% |
| Premium Luxury Collection | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Termporary spare tire | 150 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 19% |
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