Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2012 Chevrolet Volt Chevrolet Volt 2011

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: $36,185

Chevrolet Volt   
Difference: $6,325

Lowest Total Invoice: $34,252

Chevrolet Volt   
Difference: $5,098

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20122011
ModelExplorerVolt
TrimLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Base Price $37,855 $40,280
Base Invoice $35,268 $38,668
Cargo cover 135  
Second-row high console 100  
Second-row buckets 750  
Package 301A 2,250  
Polished alloy wheels 595 595
Park Assist Package   695
Premium Trim Package   1,395
Cargo cover 115  
Second-row high console 85  
Second-row buckets 638  
Package 301A 1,913  
Polished alloy wheels 506 524
Park Assist Package   612
Premium Trim Package   1,228
Options (change) 3,830 2,685
Options (change) 3,257 2,364
Destination 825 720
Gas Tax 0 -7,500
Total Price $42,510 $36,185
Total Invoice $39,350 $34,252

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
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $920
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $95
Model Year20122011
ModelExplorerVolt
TrimLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Engine290hp V6149hp E+
TransmissionT6CVT
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20215/55-17
Total Price$42,510$36,185
Adjustments for Features-5,4050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$37,105$36,185
Total Invoice$39,350$34,252
Adjustments for Features-5,0030
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$34,347$34,252

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Volt

Model Year20122011
ModelExplorerVolt
TrimLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 
CVT $1000
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power liftgate$350 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote app $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Curve control$50 
Knee airbag, driver $75
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, front $150
Safety key$5 
Side curtain airbags $350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Trailer sway control$25 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rails$250 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Rear air vents with manual controls$150 
Rear HVAC unit$400 
Rear wiper$175 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275 
Wheel-lip moldings$75 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25 
DVD-compatible player $0
HD radio$50 
Media drive $15
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25 
SD Card slot$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic + travel information$25 
Traffic information $25
Voice control for external devices$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass $0
Detailed driving style feedback $100
Fog lights$125 
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25
Power-folding mirrors$50 
Spotter mirror(s)$50 
Tachometer$75 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Door sill trim plates$100 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat $50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75 
Memory system, driver seat$200 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power-stowing third row seats$1000 
Tailgating position, third row seats$50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200
Total Value of Features$7,770$2,365
Value of Feature Adjustments$5,405$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-5,0030

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chevrolet Volt

Model Year20122011
ModelExplorerVolt
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase112.6 in105.7 in
Length197.1 in177.1 in
Width78.9 in70.4 in
Height70.4 in56.6 in
Curb Weight4,558 lb.3,782 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.9.3 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in37.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in56.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in53.7 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in36.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in51.2 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in34.1 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.0 ft310.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.8 ft310.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.7 ft30.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Package 301A
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power liftgate350No
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Total Requested67535%
Total Not Requested125065%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Volt

Park Assist Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested45075%
Total Not Requested15025%
Premium Trim Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Total Requested1250100%
Total Not Requested00%

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.