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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: $38,470 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $10,165 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,578 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $9,794 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | STS | STS |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | V6 | V8 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $33,280 | $36,280 | $46,410 | $55,910 |
| Base Invoice | $31,044 | $33,774 | $43,393 | $52,276 |
| Convenience Package | 1,995 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | |||
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | ||
| Navigation and Moon Package | 2,845 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 250 | |||
| Sunroof | 1,200 | |||
| Premium Luxury Collection | 4,155 | |||
| Convenience Package | 1,696 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | |||
| Remote start | 327 | 327 | ||
| Navigation and Moon Package | 2,418 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 208 | |||
| Sunroof | 996 | |||
| Premium Luxury Collection | 3,449 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,375 | 3,230 | 1,450 | 4,155 |
| Options (change) | 3,719 | 2,745 | 1,204 | 3,449 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 775 | 775 |
| Total Price | $38,470 | $40,325 | $48,635 | $60,840 |
| Total Invoice | $35,578 | $37,334 | $45,372 | $56,500 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Cadillac STS
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $12,950 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,370 | ||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | STS | STS |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | V6 | V8 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 302hp V6 | 320hp V8 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | ?, 8 | 300, 15 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 235/50-17 | 235/50-17 |
| Total Price | $38,470 | $40,325 | $48,635 | $60,840 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,785 | -3,885 | 0 | -3,565 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,685 | $36,440 | $48,635 | $57,275 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $755 | $0 | $8,640 |
| Total Invoice | $35,578 | $37,334 | $45,372 | $56,500 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,576 | -3,597 | 0 | -3,311 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,002 | $33,737 | $45,372 | $53,189 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $735 | $0 | $7,817 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Cadillac STS
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | STS | STS |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | V6 | V8 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | ||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | |||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| 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 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | |||
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,585 | $7,685 | $3,800 | $7,365 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,785 | $3,885 | $0 | $3,565 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,576 | -3,597 | 0 | -3,311 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Cadillac STS
| Model Year | 2010 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | STS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 116.4 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 196.7 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 72.6 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 57.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,974 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 17.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 58.6 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 57.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 55.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 38.3 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 | 13.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 2100 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 24% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation and Moon Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
Option Package Details
Cadillac STS V8
| Premium Luxury Collection | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Termporary spare tire | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Bose, 300W, 15 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1750 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 1375 | 44% |
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