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Ford Explorer vs. Kia Sportage 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 Sportage Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $27,515 Kia Sportage EX | |||
| Difference: $13,420 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $25,550 Kia Sportage EX | |||
| Difference: $12,239 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Sportage |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $32,095 | $37,855 | $21,900 |
| Base Invoice | $30,027 | $35,268 | $20,480 |
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | 570 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 120 | 120 | 200 |
| Cargo cover | 135 | 135 | |
| Navigation system | 795 | 795 | 1,200 |
| Package 205A | 2,800 | ||
| AWD | 2,000 | 2,000 | 1,500 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,300 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 150 | ||
| Remote start | 250 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 340 | ||
| Trailer Tow Package | 484 | 484 | |
| Roof rack crossbars | 106 | 106 | 170 |
| Cargo cover | 115 | 115 | |
| Navigation system | 676 | 676 | 1,075 |
| Package 205A | 2,380 | ||
| AWD | 1,820 | 1,820 | 1,370 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | 1,356 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,185 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 120 | ||
| Remote start | 215 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 260 | ||
| Options (change) | 8,015 | 5,215 | 4,940 |
| Options (change) | 6,937 | 4,557 | 4,395 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 675 |
| Total Price | $40,935 | $43,895 | $27,515 |
| Total Invoice | $37,789 | $40,650 | $25,550 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Sportage
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Sportage EX | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,355 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,486 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Sportage |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 | 173hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T4 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/23 MPG | 17/23 MPG | 18/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 390, 12 | 200, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 235/60-16 |
| Total Price | $40,935 | $43,895 | $27,515 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,065 | -5,630 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,870 | $38,265 | $27,515 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,395 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $37,789 | $40,650 | $25,550 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,753 | -5,214 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,036 | $35,436 | $25,550 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,400 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Sportage
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Sportage |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | EX |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| 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 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| 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 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | ||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Lockable center differential | $150 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | ||
| Skid plate (one) | $50 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | ||
| Tow hook(s), rear | $25 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,980 | $11,545 | $5,915 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,065 | $5,630 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,753 | -5,214 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Kia Sportage
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Sportage |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.5 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 171.3 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.9 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 66.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,731 lb. | 3,527 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 15.3 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 37.2 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 | 23.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 23.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 66.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Trailer Tow Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Package 205A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| 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 |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 1725 | 57% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Trailer Tow Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | No |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Kia Sportage EX
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Lockable center differential | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 200W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1475 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 27% |
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