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Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Cruze 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 Cruze Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $26,235 Chevrolet Cruze LT | ||||
| Difference: $12,770 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $24,852 Chevrolet Cruze LT | ||||
| Difference: $11,114 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Cruze | Cruze |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,520 | $37,535 | $18,425 | $22,225 |
| Base Invoice | $29,479 | $34,952 | $17,688 | $21,336 |
| Package 202A | 3,075 | |||
| Navigation system | 795 | 1,995 | 1,995 | |
| 255/50HR20 | 1,195 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | 595 | |||
| Package 301A | 2,250 | |||
| Pioneer 250W 9 speakers | 445 | 445 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | 0 | |||
| 2LT Equipment Group | 2,500 | |||
| RS Package | 695 | 695 | ||
| Driver Convenience Package | 475 | |||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 100 | 100 | ||
| Package 202A | 2,614 | |||
| Navigation system | 676 | 1,756 | 1,756 | |
| 255/50HR20 | 1,016 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | 1,356 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | 506 | |||
| Package 301A | 1,913 | |||
| Pioneer 250W 9 speakers | 392 | 392 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | 0 | |||
| 2LT Equipment Group | 2,400 | |||
| RS Package | 612 | 612 | ||
| Driver Convenience Package | 418 | |||
| Sunroof | 748 | 748 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 88 | 88 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,660 | 4,440 | 7,060 | 4,085 |
| Options (change) | 5,662 | 3,775 | 6,414 | 3,596 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 750 | 750 |
| Total Price | $39,005 | $42,800 | $26,235 | $27,060 |
| Total Invoice | $35,966 | $39,552 | $24,852 | $25,682 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Cruze
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cruze LT | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,305 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,919 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Cruze | Cruze |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 | 138hp I4 | 138hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 390, 12 | 250, 9 | 250, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 215/60-16 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $39,005 | $42,800 | $26,235 | $27,060 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,465 | -6,280 | 0 | -350 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,540 | $36,520 | $26,235 | $26,710 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $980 | $0 | $475 |
| Total Invoice | $35,966 | $39,552 | $24,852 | $25,682 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,195 | -5,803 | 0 | -332 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,771 | $33,749 | $24,852 | $25,350 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $978 | $0 | $498 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Cruze
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Cruze | Cruze |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | LT | LTZ |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $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 | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||
| 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 | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $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 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $7,255 | $10,070 | $3,790 | $4,140 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,465 | $6,280 | $0 | $350 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,195 | -5,803 | 0 | -332 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Cruze
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Explorer | Cruze |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 105.7 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 181.0 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.7 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 58.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,579 lb. | 3,103 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 15.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 54.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 52.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 35.4 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 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Package 202A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 1775 | 55% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 301A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| 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 | 675 | 35% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 65% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze LT
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| 2LT Equipment Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Cruise control | 150 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| RS Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Upgraded instruments | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driver Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 505 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze LTZ
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| RS Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Rear spoiler | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 325 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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