Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2006 Chevrolet Volt Chevrolet Volt 2016

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Volt 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.

Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Volt Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $31,340

Chevrolet Volt Premier   
Difference: $2,905

Lowest Total Invoice: $29,794

Chevrolet Volt Premier   
Difference: $1,259

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620062016
ModelExplorerExplorerVolt
TrimEddie BauerLimitedPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Base Price $30,200 $32,515 $37,520
Base Invoice $27,518 $29,578 $36,019
Side curtain airbags 560 560  
Cargo cover 80 80  
Obstacle detection, rear 255 255  
Navigation system 1,995 1,995 495
Audiophile Package 510    
Side curtain airbags 476 476  
Cargo cover 68 68  
Obstacle detection, rear 217 217  
Navigation system 1,696 1,696 450
Audiophile Package 433    
Options (change) 3,400 2,890 495
Options (change) 2,890 2,457 450
Destination 645 645 825
Gas Tax 0 0 -7,500
Total Price $34,245 $36,050 $31,340
Total Invoice $31,053 $32,680 $29,794

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Ford Explorer dealer quotes or Chevrolet Volt dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Volt

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chevrolet Volt Premier
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,670
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,888
Model Year200620062016
ModelExplorerExplorerVolt
TrimEddie BauerLimitedPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Engine210hp V6210hp V6149hp PiH
TransmissionA5A5CVT
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)290, 7290, 7?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/65-17245/65-17215/50-17
Total Price$34,245$36,050$31,340
Adjustments for Features0-1,175-2,765
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,245$34,875$28,575
Cost Above Minimum$0$630$0
Total Invoice$31,053$32,680$29,794
Adjustments for Features0-1,065-2,629
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,053$31,615$27,165
Cost Above Minimum$0$562$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Volt

Model Year200620062016
ModelExplorerExplorerVolt
TrimEddie BauerLimitedPremier
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900$900 
CVT  $1000
RWD$0$0 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel  $100
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Proximity key  $250
Remote app  $25
Remote start  $150
Semi-automated parking system  $500
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist  $50
Knee airbag, driver  $75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75
Obstacle detection, front  $150
Rear side airbags  $300
Rearview camera  $200
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Class II trailer hitch$200$200 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Roof rails$250$250 
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125$125 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Interior air filter  $0
Rear air vents$100$100 
Rear wiper$175$175 
Engine / Motor 
18 kWh battery pack  $0
3.6 kW onboard charger  $0
Automatic start / stop  $150
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275 
Running boards$350$350 
Tow hook(s), front  $40
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75 
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity  $0
Android Auto support  $100
App support  $0
Apple CarPlay support  $100
Audio controls on steering wheel $125$125
Aux input  $50
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
Bluetooth cell phone link  $100
CD changer, in-dash$325$325 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Satellite radio  $200
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation  $225
Traffic + travel information  $25
Voice control for external devices  $0
Voice control for nav and audio  $100
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50
Wireless charging station  $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Detailed driving style feedback  $100
Fog lights$125$125 
Heated mirrors $25$25
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display  $250
Large energy flow and fuel economy display  $25
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only  $750
Tachometer$75$75 
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row  $50
Heated front seats $200$200
Heated second row seats  $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
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$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
All-terrain tires$0$0 
Alloy wheels$350  
Electronic systems calibration selector  $200
Machined alloy wheels  $350
Polished alloy wheels $350 
White-letter tires$0$0 
Total Value of Features$4,225$5,400$6,990
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,175$2,765
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,065-2,629

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Volt

Model Year20062016
ModelExplorerVolt
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase113.7 in106.1 in
Length193.4 in180.4 in
Width73.7 in71.2 in
Height72.8 in56.4 in
Curb Weight4,441 lb.3,544 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.8.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in37.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in56.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in35.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in53.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in51.3 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in34.7 in
Row 3 Headroom37.4 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room53.1 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room45.3 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom34.9 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
13.6 ft310.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.9 ft310.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
83.7 ft30.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Audiophile Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200No
Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested550100%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Volt Premier

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Traffic + travel information25No
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested60086%
Total Not Requested10014%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.