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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: $31,890 Kia Sorento EX | |||
| Difference: $10,245 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,426 Kia Sorento EX | |||
| Difference: $9,383 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Sorento |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $32,095 | $37,855 | $25,345 |
| Base Invoice | $30,027 | $35,268 | $23,600 |
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | 570 | |
| Package 205A | 2,800 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,995 | 1,995 | |
| AWD | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 120 | 120 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | 135 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,500 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | 340 | ||
| Remote start | 360 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 995 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 200 | ||
| AWD w/low range | 2,400 | ||
| Trailer Tow Package | 484 | 484 | |
| Package 205A | 2,380 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | 1,356 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,696 | 1,696 | |
| AWD | 1,820 | 1,820 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 106 | 106 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | 115 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,340 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | 262 | ||
| Remote start | 275 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 850 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 154 | ||
| AWD w/low range | 2,195 | ||
| Options (change) | 9,215 | 6,415 | 5,795 |
| Options (change) | 7,957 | 5,577 | 5,076 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 750 |
| Total Price | $42,135 | $45,095 | $31,890 |
| Total Invoice | $38,809 | $41,670 | $29,426 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Sorento
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Sorento EX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,510 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,864 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Sorento |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 | 262hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD w/4L |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/23 MPG | 17/23 MPG | 15/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 390, 12 | 280, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 245/70-16 |
| Total Price | $42,135 | $45,095 | $31,890 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,735 | -4,300 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,400 | $40,795 | $31,890 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,395 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $38,809 | $41,670 | $29,426 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,519 | -3,973 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,290 | $37,697 | $29,426 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,407 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Sorento
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Sorento |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| AWD w/low range | $2200 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | ||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | ||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | ||
| Skid plates | $150 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | ||
| Tow hook(s), rear | $25 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| 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 audio system | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Altimeter | $25 | ||
| Barometer | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| 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 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $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 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Total Value of Features | $10,605 | $12,170 | $7,870 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,735 | $4,300 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,519 | -3,973 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Sorento
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Sorento |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 106.7 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 180.7 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 73.3 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 68.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,731 lb. | 4,477 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 39.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 58.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 58.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 36.1 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 | 31.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Trailer Tow Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Package 205A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | 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 | 1725 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 1300 | 43% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Trailer Tow Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
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 | No |
| 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 | 1775 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 10% |
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