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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: $30,130 Chevrolet Cruze Premier | ||||
| Difference: $16,065 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,692 Chevrolet Cruze Premier | ||||
| Difference: $15,453 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Cruze |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | Platinum | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $42,090 | $45,950 | $53,940 | $23,945 |
| Base Invoice | $40,196 | $43,883 | $51,512 | $22,987 |
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,295 | 1,295 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 120 | 120 | 120 | 140 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,695 | 1,695 | ||
| Driver Confidence II Package | 790 | |||
| Enhanced Convenience Package | 865 | |||
| Sun and Sound with Navigation Package | 1,995 | |||
| RS Package | 995 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | 230 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 295 | |||
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,230 | 1,230 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 114 | 114 | 114 | 127 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,610 | 1,610 | ||
| Driver Confidence II Package | 719 | |||
| Enhanced Convenience Package | 787 | |||
| Sun and Sound with Navigation Package | 1,815 | |||
| RS Package | 905 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | 209 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 268 | |||
| Options (change) | 3,110 | 3,110 | 120 | 5,310 |
| Options (change) | 2,954 | 2,954 | 114 | 4,830 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 875 |
| Total Price | $46,195 | $50,055 | $55,055 | $30,130 |
| Total Invoice | $44,145 | $47,832 | $52,621 | $28,692 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Cruze
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Cruze Premier | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,535 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,213 | ||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Cruze |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | Platinum | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 280hp I4 | 365hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 153hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 390, 12 | 500, 12 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $46,195 | $50,055 | $55,055 | $30,130 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,530 | -7,955 | -11,995 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,665 | $42,100 | $43,060 | $30,130 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,435 | $3,395 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $44,145 | $47,832 | $52,621 | $28,692 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,240 | -7,602 | -11,465 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,905 | $40,230 | $41,156 | $28,692 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,325 | $3,251 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Cruze
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Cruze |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | Platinum | Premier |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Following distance indicator | $25 | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | |||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | $40 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Touring suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $11,480 | $12,905 | $16,945 | $4,950 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,530 | $7,955 | $11,995 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,240 | -7,602 | -11,465 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Cruze
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Cruze |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 106.3 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 175.3 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.5 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 57.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,458 lb. | 2,886 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 13.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 in | 54.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 53.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 53.2 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 51.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 36.1 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 | 22.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 22.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 47.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Safe and Smart Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 36% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Safe and Smart Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 36% |
Option Package Details
Chevrolet Cruze Premier
| Driver Confidence II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | Yes |
| Following distance indicator | 25 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 2% |
| Enhanced Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| AC power outlet | 100 | Yes |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 10% |
| Sun and Sound with Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Bose, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1575 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 18% |
| RS Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Machined alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| 225/40VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 24% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 76% |
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