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Ford Explorer vs. Dodge Challenger Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer vs. Dodge Challenger Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $38,520

Dodge Challenger GT   
Difference: $6,850

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220212021
ModelExplorerChallengerChallenger
TrimLimitedGTR/T Scat Pack
Body4dr SUV2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Base Price $37,855 $32,450 $41,225
Package 302A / 303A 4,500    
Panoramic sunroof 1,595    
Polished alloy wheels 595    
Uconnect 8.4N   795 795
Driver Convenience Group   1,095 1,095
Technology Group   1,195 1,195
Temporary spare tire   295  
Sunroof   1,195 1,195
Leather Interior Group     1,695
Package 302A / 303A 3,825    
Panoramic sunroof 1,356    
Polished alloy wheels 506    
Uconnect 8.4N   708 708
Driver Convenience Group   975 975
Technology Group   1,064 1,064
Temporary spare tire   263  
Sunroof   1,064 1,064
Leather Interior Group     1,509
Options (change) 6,690 4,575 5,975
Options (change) 5,687 4,074 5,320
Destination 825 1,495 1,495
Gas Tax 0 0 1,000
Total Price $45,370 $38,520 $49,695

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Dodge Challenger

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Dodge Challenger GT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,695
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $32,132
Model Year201220212021
ModelExplorerChallengerChallenger
TrimLimitedGTR/T Scat Pack
Body4dr SUV2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Engine290hp V6303hp V6485hp V8
TransmissionT6T8M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20245/45-20245/45-20
Total Price$45,370$38,520$49,695
Adjustments for Features-4,480-3250
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$40,890$38,195$49,695
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$11,500

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Dodge Challenger

Model Year201220212021
ModelExplorerChallengerChallenger
TrimLimitedGTR/T Scat Pack
Body4dr SUV2dr Coupe2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300 
6-speed manual  $150
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Adaptive cruise control$600  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed $850$850
Heated steering wheel $100$100
Keyless entry keypad$50  
Power liftgate$350  
Power rear side windows$200  
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Remote app $25$25
Remote window/roof operation $15$15
Semi-automated parking system$500  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350$350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25  
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0
Curve control$50  
Inflatable rear seat belts$200  
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0  
Rollover sensor$50  
Safety key$5  
Side curtain airbags $350$350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500  
Temporary spare tire$150$150 
Trailer sway control$25  
Vehicle health reports$0  
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40  
Roof rails$250  
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100$100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150  
Rear HVAC unit$400  
Rear wiper$175  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300
Engine / Motor 
Dual-mode exhaust  $250
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250  
Bright-finished fuel door $100$100
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Front splitter spoiler  $200
Hood scoop $100$100
Panoramic sunroof$1200  
Sunroof $900$900
Wheel-lip moldings$75  
Infotainment 
Android Auto support $100$100
Apple CarPlay support $100$100
CD player$125  
MP3-compatible player$50  
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25  
Satellite radio$200  
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250$250
SD Card slot$25  
Surround sound$250  
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200
Text dictation $50$50
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights $200$200
Compass $0$0
Performance meter  $150
Power-folding mirrors$50  
Spotter mirror(s)$50  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim $100$100
Door sill trim plates$100  
Manual recliner, second row seats$75  
Memory system, driver seat$200  
Metal pedals  $75
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger 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, passenger seat$100  
Power-stowing third row seats$1000  
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces  $0
Tailgating position, third row seats$50  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350 
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200
Performance steering system (optional) $0$0
Polished alloy wheels$350 $350
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Wheels, dark finish $0 
Transmission 
Launch control  $100
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100 
Total Value of Features$10,370$6,215$5,890
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,480$325$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,126-470

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Dodge Challenger

Model Year20122021
ModelExplorerChallenger
Body4dr SUV2dr Coupe
Wheelbase112.6 in116.0 in
Length197.1 in197.9 in
Width78.9 in75.7 in
Height70.4 in57.5 in
Curb Weight4,558 lb.3,859 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in58.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in55.3 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in37.1 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in47.8 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in33.1 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 ft316.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.8 ft316.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.7 ft316.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Package 302A / 303A
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Rear cross-traffic detection100Yes
Forward collision warning200Yes
Inflatable rear seatbelts200No
Navigation system600Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
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 Requested252560%
Total Not Requested165040%

Option Package Details
Dodge Challenger GT

Uconnect 8.4N
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested775100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Remote start150Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Total Requested95097%
Total Not Requested253%
Technology Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested30025%
Total Not Requested90075%

Option Package Details
Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack

Leather Interior Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Total Requested140088%
Total Not Requested20012%
Uconnect 8.4N
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
HD radio50Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested775100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Remote start150Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Total Requested105098%
Total Not Requested252%
Technology Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Total Requested30025%
Total Not Requested90075%

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