Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2008 Mazda Tribute Mazda Tribute 2011

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Ford Explorer vs. Mazda Tribute 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.

Ford Explorer vs. Mazda Tribute Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,988

Mazda Tribute s   
Difference: $5,202

Lowest Total Invoice: $28,927

Mazda Tribute s   
Difference: $4,584

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082011
ModelExplorerExplorerTribute
TrimEddie BauerLimiteds
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $29,245 $32,395 $27,315
Base Invoice $27,273 $30,178 $25,573
Sun and Sirius Package 560 560  
4.6L V8 1,310 1,310  
Cargo cover 90 90  
All-weather floor mats 55 55 78
Remote start 385 385 350
Roof rack crossbars 115 115  
AWD 2,320 2,325 1,750
255/50R20 1,325 630  
Trailer Tow Package     350
Tubular side steps     350
Sun and Sirius Package 476 476  
4.6L V8 1,192 1,192  
Cargo cover 77 77  
All-weather floor mats 47 47 62
Remote start 326 326 280
Roof rack crossbars 97 97  
AWD 2,111 2,117 1,632
255/50R20 1,127 536  
Trailer Tow Package     305
Tubular side steps     280
Options (change) 6,160 5,470 2,878
Options (change) 5,453 4,868 2,559
Destination 785 785 795
Total Price $36,190 $38,650 $30,988
Total Invoice $33,511 $35,831 $28,927

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Ford Explorer dealer quotes or Mazda Tribute dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda Tribute

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Tribute s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,052
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,445
Model Year200820082011
ModelExplorerExplorerTribute
TrimEddie BauerLimiteds
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine292hp V8292hp V8240hp V6
TransmissionA6A6A6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)13/19 MPG13/19 MPG17/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)80, 4190, 7100, 4
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20255/50-20235/70-16
Total Price$36,190$38,650$30,988
Adjustments for Features-150-1,8750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$36,040$36,775$30,988
Cost Above Minimum$0$735$0
Total Invoice$33,511$35,831$28,927
Adjustments for Features-139-1,7380
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,372$34,093$28,927
Cost Above Minimum$0$721$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda Tribute

Model Year200820082011
ModelExplorerExplorerTribute
TrimEddie BauerLimiteds
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000$1000$1000
AWD$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Power-adjustable pedals $125 
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150 
Brake assist  $50
Full-size spare tire$225$225 
Obstacle detection, rear $250 
Rearview camera  $200
Temporary spare tire  $150
Trailer sway control  $25
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200 
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Rear air vents$100$100 
Exterior 
Running boards$350$350 
Tubular side steps  $350
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75 
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100 
CD changer, in-dash $325$325
CD player$125  
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 
Compass$0$0 
Heated mirrors $25$25
Trip computer$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Heated front seats $200$200
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 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels  $350
Polished alloy wheels$350$350 
Total Value of Features$4,700$6,425$4,550
Value of Feature Adjustments$150$1,875$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-139-1,7380

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Mazda Tribute

Model Year20082011
ModelExplorerTribute
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase113.7 in103.1 in
Length193.4 in174.9 in
Width73.7 in71.1 in
Height72.8 in67.9 in
Curb Weight4,706 lb.3,555 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.16.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in56.6 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in53.3 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.6 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in39.2 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in55.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in49.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in35.6 in
Row 3 Headroom37.4 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room53.1 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room45.3 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom34.9 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
13.6 ft331.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.9 ft331.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
83.7 ft367.1 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Mazda Tribute s

Trailer Tow Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Trailering equipment (4 wire)125Yes
Class II trailer hitch200Yes
Trailer sway control25No
Total Requested32593%
Total Not Requested257%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.