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Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Cobalt 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. Chevrolet Cobalt Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $21,720 Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT | |||
| Difference: $15,490 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $20,519 Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT | |||
| Difference: $13,921 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Cobalt |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | 2LT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,520 | $37,535 | $17,840 |
| Base Invoice | $29,479 | $34,952 | $17,017 |
| 255/50HR20 | 1,195 | ||
| Package 201A | 2,075 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 795 | ||
| Sun and Sound Package | 995 | ||
| Performance Appearance Package | 995 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 100 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 275 | ||
| 255/50HR20 | 1,016 | ||
| Package 201A | 1,764 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | 1,356 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 700 | ||
| Sun and Sound Package | 876 | ||
| Performance Appearance Package | 876 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 88 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 242 | ||
| Options (change) | 4,865 | 1,595 | 3,160 |
| Options (change) | 4,136 | 1,356 | 2,782 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 720 |
| Total Price | $37,210 | $39,955 | $21,720 |
| Total Invoice | $34,440 | $37,133 | $20,519 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Cobalt
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,350 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,357 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Cobalt |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | 2LT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 | 155hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | M5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 390, 12 | 228, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 205/50-17 |
| Total Price | $37,210 | $39,955 | $21,720 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,670 | -8,885 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,540 | $31,070 | $21,720 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $470 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $34,440 | $37,133 | $20,519 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,248 | -8,257 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $29,192 | $28,876 | $20,519 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $316 | $0 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Cobalt
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Cobalt |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | 2LT |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 5-speed manual | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $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 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | $150 | |
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), front row | $75 | $75 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,905 | $12,120 | $3,235 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,670 | $8,885 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,248 | -8,257 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Cobalt
| Model Year | 2011 | 2010 |
| Model | Explorer | Cobalt |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.3 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 180.5 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 67.9 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 57.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,579 lb. | 2,781 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 13.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 49.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 51.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 49.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 33.7 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 | 13.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Package 201A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 10% |
| Total Not Requested | 1425 | 90% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cobalt 2LT
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1475 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sun and Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Pioneer, 228W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 29% |
| Performance Appearance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Polished alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| 205/50R17 tires | 400 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 750 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 36% |
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