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Ford Explorer vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata 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. Mazda MX-5 Miata Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,695 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | |||
| Difference: $7,650 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,872 Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | |||
| Difference: $7,676 | |||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | MX-5 Miata |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible |
| Base Price | $34,020 | $42,090 | $30,065 |
| Base Invoice | $32,489 | $40,196 | $28,427 |
| Technology Feature Bundle | 935 | ||
| Package 201A | 2,330 | ||
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,295 | 1,295 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 650 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 120 | 120 | 90 |
| 3.5L V6 | 0 | ||
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,205 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | 150 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 350 | ||
| Technology Feature Bundle | 888 | ||
| Package 201A | 2,213 | ||
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,230 | 1,230 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 619 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 114 | 114 | 72 |
| 3.5L V6 | 0 | ||
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,138 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | 120 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 280 | ||
| Options (change) | 5,330 | 1,415 | 1,795 |
| Options (change) | 5,064 | 1,344 | 1,610 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 835 |
| Total Price | $40,345 | $44,500 | $32,695 |
| Total Invoice | $38,548 | $42,535 | $30,872 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,225 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,404 | |||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | MX-5 Miata |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 | 155hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/24 MPG | 17/24 MPG | 27/36 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | 390, 12 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 205/45-17 |
| Total Price | $40,345 | $44,500 | $32,695 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,425 | -6,690 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,920 | $37,810 | $32,695 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $890 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $38,548 | $42,535 | $30,872 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,272 | -6,395 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,276 | $36,140 | $30,872 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $864 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | MX-5 Miata |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | Grand Touring |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| RWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Roll bar | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Convertible top | $3000 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |
| CD player, remote | $100 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), front row | $75 | $75 | |
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | ||
| 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 lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | ||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $9,420 | $12,685 | $5,995 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,425 | $6,690 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,272 | -6,395 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata
| Model Year | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | Explorer | MX-5 Miata |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 90.9 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 154.1 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 68.3 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 48.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,457 lb. | 2,381 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 11.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 in | 52.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 52.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 43.1 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 0.0 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 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 4.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 4.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 4.6 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Technology Feature Bundle | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD player | 125 | No |
| MP3-compatible player | 50 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 17% |
| Package 201A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Unbranded, 7 speakers | 350 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | 25 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Remote climate control | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Apple CarPlay support | 100 | No |
| Android Auto support | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 16% |
| Total Not Requested | 1850 | 84% |
| Safe and Smart Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 875 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 49% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Safe and Smart Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 875 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 49% |
Option Package Details
Mazda MX-5 Miata Grand Touring
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 29% |
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