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Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Sonic 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 Sonic Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $22,020 Chevrolet Sonic RS | |||
| Difference: $15,505 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $20,921 Chevrolet Sonic RS | |||
| Difference: $13,846 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Sonic |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | RS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $32,095 | $37,855 | $20,095 |
| Base Invoice | $30,027 | $35,268 | $19,090 |
| Package 205A | 2,800 | ||
| Cargo cover | 135 | 135 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 140 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Cargo net | 60 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | ||
| Package 205A | 2,380 | ||
| Cargo cover | 115 | 115 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 64 | 127 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | 1,356 | |
| Cargo net | 55 | ||
| Sunroof | 774 | ||
| Options (change) | 4,605 | 1,805 | 1,050 |
| Options (change) | 3,915 | 1,535 | 956 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 875 |
| Total Price | $37,525 | $40,485 | $22,020 |
| Total Invoice | $34,767 | $37,628 | $20,921 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Sonic
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Sonic RS | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,435 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,149 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Sonic |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | RS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 | 138hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 390, 12 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 205/50-17 |
| Total Price | $37,525 | $40,485 | $22,020 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,070 | -6,635 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,455 | $33,850 | $22,020 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,395 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $34,767 | $37,628 | $20,921 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,697 | -6,167 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,070 | $31,461 | $20,921 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,391 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Sonic
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Sonic |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | RS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear side airbags | $300 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| 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 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Larger rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | ||
| App support | $0 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $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 | $50 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Digital instruments | $0 | ||
| 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), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,605 | $9,170 | $2,535 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,070 | $6,635 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,697 | -6,167 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Sonic
| Model Year | 2012 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Sonic |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 99.4 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 159.0 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 68.3 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 59.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,558 lb. | 2,721 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 12.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 51.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 53.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 51.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 34.6 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 | 19.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 19.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Package 205A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| 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 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 1725 | 57% |
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