Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2011 Chrysler PT Cruiser Chrysler PT Cruiser 2009

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

Join Us

Ford Explorer vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser 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. Chrysler PT Cruiser Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $25,590

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $11,620

Lowest Total Invoice: $23,987

Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited   
Difference: $10,453

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120112009
ModelExplorerExplorerPT Cruiser
TrimXLTLimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Wagon
Base Price $31,520 $37,535 $24,510
Base Invoice $29,479 $34,952 $22,939
255/50HR20 1,195    
Package 201A 2,075    
Panoramic sunroof 1,595 1,595  
Bluetooth cell phone link     360
255/50HR20 1,016    
Package 201A 1,764    
Panoramic sunroof 1,356 1,356  
Bluetooth cell phone link     328
Options (change) 4,865 1,595 360
Options (change) 4,136 1,356 328
Destination 825 825 720
Total Price $37,210 $39,955 $25,590
Total Invoice $34,440 $37,133 $23,987

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 Chrysler PT Cruiser 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. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,760
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,008
Model Year201120112009
ModelExplorerExplorerPT Cruiser
TrimXLTLimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Wagon
Engine290hp V6290hp V6180hp I4
TransmissionT6T6A4
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/25 MPG17/25 MPG18/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8390, 12100, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20255/50-20205/50-17
Total Price$37,210$39,955$25,590
Adjustments for Features-3,390-6,6050
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,820$33,350$25,590
Cost Above Minimum$470$0$0
Total Invoice$34,440$37,133$23,987
Adjustments for Features-3,138-6,1380
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,302$30,995$23,987
Cost Above Minimum$307$0$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Model Year201120112009
ModelExplorerExplorerPT Cruiser
TrimXLTLimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Wagon
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100 
4-speed automatic  $800
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Power-adjustable pedals $125 
Proximity key $250 
Remote start $150 
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Brake assist$50$50 
Curve control$50$50 
Knee airbag, driver  $75
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250 
Rearview camera$200$200 
Rollover sensor$50$50 
Safety key$5$5 
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500$500 
Stability control$400$400 
Trailer sway control$25$25 
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40$40
Cargo shelf, height-adjustable  $100
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Roof rails$250$250 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)  $50
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0 
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150 
Rear HVAC unit$400$400 
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250$250 
Bodyside moldings  $75
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200 
Sunroof  $900
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75 
Infotainment 
Audio controls on steering wheel$125$125 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25 
HD radio $50 
MP3-compatible player$50$50 
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25$25 
Satellite radio$200$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription  $250
SD Card slot$25$25 
Surround sound $250 
Traffic + travel information$25$25 
USB port$25$25 
Voice control for audio system$25$25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock  $25
Automatic headlights$125$125 
Compass  $0
Heated mirrors$25$25 
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 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50 
Door sill trim plates $100$100
Folding passenger seat  $150
Heated front seats $200$200
Leather seating surfaces $900$900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50 
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75 
Memory system, driver seat $200 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100 
Power recliner, driver seat $100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Removable second row seats  $0
Stowable third row seats$600$600 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350 
Polished alloy wheels$350 $350
Touring suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$7,705$10,920$4,315
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,390$6,605$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,138-6,1380

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Chrysler PT Cruiser

Model Year20112009
ModelExplorerPT Cruiser
Body4dr SUV4dr Wagon
Wheelbase112.6 in103.0 in
Length197.1 in168.9 in
Width78.9 in67.1 in
Height70.4 in65.2 in
Curb Weight4,578 lb.3,297 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.15.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in53.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in50.1 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in39.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in53.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in46.7 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in40.9 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 ft321.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.8 ft321.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.7 ft364.2 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT

Package 201A
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rearview camera200No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Unbranded, 8 speakers350No
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
A/V input jacks25No
SD Card slot25No
Wi-Fi hotspot capability0No
Vehicle health reports0No
911 assist25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
Navigation, turn-by-turn25No
Voice control for audio system25No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
Traffic + travel information25No
USB port25No
Total Requested25016%
Total Not Requested132584%

Option Package Details
Chrysler PT Cruiser Limited

Bluetooth cell phone link
FeatureValueRequested?
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Total Requested250100%
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.