Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2015 Dodge Challenger Dodge Challenger 2008

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

Join Us

Ford Explorer vs. Dodge Challenger 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. Dodge Challenger Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $40,430

Ford Explorer XLT   
Difference: $1,105

Lowest Total Invoice: $37,372

Ford Explorer XLT   
Difference: $1,499

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2015201520152008
ModelExplorerExplorerExplorerChallenger
TrimXLTLimitedSportSRT8
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Coupe
Base Price $33,000 $38,200 $43,100 $37,320
Base Invoice $30,773 $35,622 $40,191 $34,803
Package 202B 2,950      
Navigation system 795   795  
Polished alloy wheels 1,195 595    
Panoramic sunroof 1,595 1,595 1,595  
Package 301A   2,600    
MyGig Infotainment System with nav       890
Sunroof       950
Package 202B 2,575      
Navigation system 694   694  
Polished alloy wheels 1,043 519    
Panoramic sunroof 1,392 1,392 1,392  
Package 301A   2,269    
MyGig Infotainment System with nav       819
Sunroof       874
Options (change) 6,535 4,790 2,390 1,840
Options (change) 5,704 4,180 2,086 1,693
Destination 895 895 895 675
Gas Tax 0 0 0 1,700
Total Price $40,430 $43,885 $46,385 $41,535
Total Invoice $37,372 $40,697 $43,172 $38,871

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 Dodge Challenger 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. Dodge Challenger

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer XLT
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,395
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,540
Model Year2015201520152008
ModelExplorerExplorerExplorerChallenger
TrimXLTLimitedSportSRT8
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Coupe
Engine290hp V6290hp V6365hp V6425hp V8
TransmissionT6T6T6T5
DrivetrainFWDFWDAWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9390, 12390, 12522, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20255/50-20255/50-20245/45-20
Total Price$40,430$43,885$46,385$41,535
Adjustments for Features-3,290-6,355-6,0800
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$37,140$37,530$40,305$41,535
Cost Above Minimum$0$390$3,165$0
Total Invoice$37,372$40,697$43,172$38,871
Adjustments for Features-3,041-5,893-5,6590
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$34,331$34,804$37,513$38,871
Cost Above Minimum$0$473$3,182$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Dodge Challenger

Model Year2015201520152008
ModelExplorerExplorerExplorerChallenger
TrimXLTLimitedSportSRT8
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Coupe
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1000
FWD$0$0  
AWD  $1700 
RWD   $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100  
Heated steering wheel $100  
Keyless entry keypad$50$50$50 
Power liftgate $350  
Power rear side windows$200$200$200 
Power-adjustable pedals $125  
Proximity key $250 $250
Remote start$150$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250 $250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350  
Universal garage door opener $100 $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25$25 
Curve control$50$50$50 
Hill descent control  $250 
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75 
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250$250 
Rearview camera$200$200$200 
Rollover sensor$50$50$50 
Safety key$5$5$5 
Side curtain airbags   $350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500$500$500 
Temporary spare tire$150$150$150 
Terrain selector  $200 
Trailer sway control$25$25$25 
Vehicle health reports$0$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40$40 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25 
Roof rails$250$250$250 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200$200 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125$125 
Interior air filter$0$0$0 
Rear air vents   $100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150$150 
Rear HVAC unit$400$400$400 
Rear wiper$175$175$175 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential   $300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250$250$250 
Bright-finished fuel door   $100
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275$275 
Hood scoop   $100
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200 
Sunroof   $900
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75$75 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25 
CD changer, in-dash   $325
CD player$125$125$125 
DVD-compatible player   $0
HD radio $50$50 
Media drive   $15
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25$25$25 
Satellite radio$200$200$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription   $250
SD Card slot$25$25$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25 
Surround sound $250$250 
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25 
Traffic information   $25
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0 
Voice recorder   $0
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass   $0
Interior ambient lighting $150  
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250$250$250 
Performance meter   $150
Power-folding mirrors $50  
Spotter mirror(s)$50$50$50 
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25 
Xenon HID headlights   $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300  
Door sill trim plates $100  
Heated second row seats $200  
Illuminated door sill trim plates  $200 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 $50$50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75$75 
Memory system, driver seat $200  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100  
Power recliner, passenger seat $100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power-stowing third row seats $1000  
Stowable third row seats$600 $600 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces   $0
Tailgating position, third row seats $50  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Machined alloy wheels  $350 
Performance steering system (optional)   $0
Polished alloy wheels$350$350 $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100 
Total Value of Features$8,455$11,520$11,245$5,165
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,290$6,355$6,080$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,041-5,893-5,6590

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Dodge Challenger

Model Year20152008
ModelExplorerChallenger
Body4dr SUV2dr Coupe
Wheelbase112.6 in116.0 in
Length197.1 in197.7 in
Width78.9 in75.7 in
Height70.4 in57.0 in
Curb Weight4,535 lb.4,141 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.19.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in58.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in54.7 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in37.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in51.4 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in32.6 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

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT

Package 202B
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat50No
Center armrest(s), second row50Yes
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
Automatic climate control, front200No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rearview camera200No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Remote start150No
Unbranded, 9 speakers350No
A/V input jacks25No
SD Card slot25No
Wi-Fi hotspot capability0No
Traffic + travel information25No
Navigation, turn-by-turn25No
Total Requested140050%
Total Not Requested142550%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Package 301A
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated steering wheel100No
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Power liftgate350No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Total Requested67532%
Total Not Requested145068%

Option Package Details
Dodge Challenger SRT8

MyGig Infotainment System with nav
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive, large15No
USB port25Yes
Voice recorder0No
Total Requested75098%
Total Not Requested152%

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.