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2011 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Ford Explorer 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.
2011 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $44,370 2008 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $4,635 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,701 2008 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $4,267 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Limited | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $37,535 | $32,395 |
| Base Invoice | $34,952 | $30,178 |
| Package 301A | 2,250 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,095 | |
| AWD | 2,000 | 2,325 |
| Second-row high console | 100 | |
| Second-row buckets | 750 | |
| Paint, special white | 495 | 295 |
| Polished alloy wheels | 595 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 120 | 115 |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 55 |
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | |
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 275 | |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 795 | |
| Third-row seat | 375 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | 285 | |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | |
| Remote start | 385 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | 495 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | |
| 255/50R20 | 630 | |
| Package 301A | 1,913 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 484 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,798 | |
| AWD | 1,820 | 2,117 |
| Second-row high console | 85 | |
| Second-row buckets | 638 | |
| Paint, special white | 421 | 257 |
| Polished alloy wheels | 506 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 106 | 97 |
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 47 |
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | |
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 234 | |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 676 | |
| Third-row seat | 319 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | 243 | |
| Navigation system | 1,696 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | |
| Remote start | 326 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | 421 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | |
| 255/50R20 | 536 | |
| Options (change) | 10,645 | 11,190 |
| Options (change) | 9,191 | 9,738 |
| Destination | 825 | 785 |
| Total Price | $49,005 | $44,370 |
| Total Invoice | $44,968 | $40,701 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: 2011 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: 2008 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,055 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $982 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Limited | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/23 MPG | 13/19 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $49,005 | $44,370 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,580 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $45,425 | $44,370 |
| Total Invoice | $44,968 | $40,701 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,285 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $41,683 | $40,701 |
Features Comparison: 2011 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Limited | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Running boards | $350 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $0 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Total Value of Features | $10,845 | $7,265 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,580 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,285 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: 2011 Ford Explorer vs. 2008 Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,752 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.2 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
2011 Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 301A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | -200 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 49% |
| Trailer Tow Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
2008 Ford Explorer Limited
| Rear HVAC unit | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | -250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | -250 | -167% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 267% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Second-row high console | 250 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 875 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 825 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 15% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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