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Ford Explorer vs. Dodge Caliber 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. Dodge Caliber Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $23,650 Dodge Caliber SXT | ||||
| Difference: $14,595 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,088 Dodge Caliber SXT | ||||
| Difference: $13,291 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Caliber | Caliber |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | SXT | R/T |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $32,095 | $37,855 | $17,485 | $19,310 |
| Base Invoice | $30,027 | $35,268 | $16,371 | $18,032 |
| Cargo cover | 135 | 135 | ||
| Navigation system | 795 | 795 | 1,395 | 1,395 |
| Package 205A | 2,800 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | ||
| Popular Equipment Group | 200 | |||
| Driver Convenience Group | 760 | 760 | ||
| Security Group | 890 | 440 | ||
| Leather Interior Group | 1,045 | 595 | ||
| Front side airbags | 250 | 250 | ||
| Heated front seats | 250 | |||
| Sunroof | 795 | 795 | ||
| Cargo cover | 115 | 115 | ||
| Navigation system | 676 | 676 | 1,283 | 1,283 |
| Package 205A | 2,380 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | 1,356 | ||
| Popular Equipment Group | 184 | |||
| Driver Convenience Group | 699 | 699 | ||
| Security Group | 819 | 405 | ||
| Leather Interior Group | 961 | 547 | ||
| Front side airbags | 230 | 230 | ||
| Heated front seats | 230 | |||
| Sunroof | 731 | 731 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,325 | 2,525 | 5,585 | 4,235 |
| Options (change) | 4,527 | 2,147 | 5,137 | 3,895 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 580 | 580 |
| Total Price | $38,245 | $41,205 | $23,650 | $24,125 |
| Total Invoice | $35,379 | $38,240 | $22,088 | $22,507 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Dodge Caliber
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Dodge Caliber SXT | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,210 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,309 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Caliber | Caliber |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | SXT | R/T |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 | 148hp I4 | 172hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | M5 | M5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 390, 12 | ?, 4 | 458, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 215/60-17 | 215/55-18 |
| Total Price | $38,245 | $41,205 | $23,650 | $24,125 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,410 | -6,975 | -25 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,835 | $34,230 | $23,625 | $24,125 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,395 | $0 | $500 |
| Total Invoice | $35,379 | $38,240 | $22,088 | $22,507 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,005 | -6,473 | -23 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $30,374 | $31,767 | $22,065 | $22,507 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,393 | $0 | $442 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Dodge Caliber
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Caliber | Caliber |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | SXT | R/T |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo net | $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 | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Articulating liftgate speakers | $50 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| 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 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $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 | $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 | ||
| Stain-resistant fabric | $100 | |||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Touring suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $8,130 | $9,695 | $2,745 | $2,720 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $5,410 | $6,975 | $25 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,005 | -6,473 | -23 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Dodge Caliber
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Caliber |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.7 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 173.8 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 68.8 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 60.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,558 lb. | 2,967 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 13.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 54.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 52.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 49.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 35.6 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 | 18.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 18.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 48.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Package 205A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | 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 |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 41% |
| Total Not Requested | 1775 | 59% |
Option Package Details
Dodge Caliber SXT
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 24% |
| Popular Equipment Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driver Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Security Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4-wheel disc brakes | 150 | Yes |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 400 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Brake assist | 50 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Daytime running lights (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 8% |
| Leather Interior Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Dodge Caliber R/T
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 24% |
| Driver Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Trip computer | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Security Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Brake assist | 50 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Daytime running lights (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 550 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 15% |
| Leather Interior Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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