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Ford Explorer vs. Kia Sorento 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. Kia Sorento Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,135 Kia Sorento EX | |||
| Difference: $7,880 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,614 Kia Sorento EX | |||
| Difference: $7,148 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Sorento |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $29,245 | $32,395 | $25,345 |
| Base Invoice | $27,273 | $30,178 | $23,600 |
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | 1,500 | |
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | 360 |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | 995 |
| Third-row seat | 875 | 375 | |
| Audiophile Package | 510 | ||
| Roof rack crossbars | 115 | 115 | |
| AWD | 2,320 | 2,325 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | 630 | |
| AWD w/low range | 2,400 | ||
| Tubular side steps | 445 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | 340 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | 1,340 | |
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Remote start | 326 | 326 | 275 |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | 850 |
| Third-row seat | 744 | 319 | |
| Audiophile Package | 433 | ||
| Roof rack crossbars | 97 | 97 | |
| AWD | 2,111 | 2,117 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | 536 | |
| AWD w/low range | 2,195 | ||
| Tubular side steps | 342 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | 262 | ||
| Options (change) | 9,985 | 6,995 | 6,040 |
| Options (change) | 8,704 | 6,164 | 5,264 |
| Destination | 785 | 785 | 750 |
| Total Price | $40,015 | $40,175 | $32,135 |
| Total Invoice | $36,762 | $37,127 | $29,614 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Sorento
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Sorento EX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,245 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,647 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Sorento |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 262hp V6 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD w/4L |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/19 MPG | 13/19 MPG | 15/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 280, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 245/70-16 |
| Total Price | $40,015 | $40,175 | $32,135 |
| Adjustments for Features | -545 | -795 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,470 | $39,380 | $32,135 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $90 | $0 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $36,762 | $37,127 | $29,614 |
| Adjustments for Features | -501 | -735 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,261 | $36,392 | $29,614 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $131 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Sorento
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Sorento |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| AWD w/low range | $2200 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Skid plates | $150 | ||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | ||
| Tow hook(s), rear | $25 | ||
| Tubular side steps | $350 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Altimeter | $25 | ||
| Barometer | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,950 | $6,200 | $5,405 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $545 | $795 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -501 | -735 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Sorento
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Sorento |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 106.7 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 180.7 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 73.3 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 68.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,706 lb. | 4,477 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 39.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 58.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 58.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 36.1 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 49% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 87% |
| Audiophile Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 64% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 87% |
Option Package Details
Kia Sorento EX
| AWD w/low range | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD w/low range | 0 | Yes |
| Limited-slip rear differential | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 100% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 100 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1975 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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