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Ford Explorer vs. Nissan LEAF Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer vs. Nissan LEAF Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,775

Nissan LEAF SL   
Difference: $6,155

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,814

Nissan LEAF SL   
Difference: $5,295

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200920092018
ModelExplorerExplorerLEAF
TrimEddie BauerLimitedSL
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Base Price $31,615 $35,550 $36,200
Base Invoice $29,319 $32,901 $34,285
Navigation system 2,505 1,995  
Convenience Package 995    
Floor mats     190
Navigation system 2,129 1,696  
Convenience Package 846    
Floor mats     144
Options (change) 3,500 1,995 190
Options (change) 2,975 1,696 144
Destination 815 815 885
Gas Tax 0 0 -7,500
Total Price $35,930 $38,360 $29,775
Total Invoice $33,109 $35,412 $27,814

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Nissan LEAF

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan LEAF SL
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,835
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,864
Model Year200920092018
ModelExplorerExplorerLEAF
TrimEddie BauerLimitedSL
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Engine210hp V6210hp V6147hp E
TransmissionA5A5A1
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)190, 7190, 7?, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/65-17235/65-18215/50-17
Total Price$35,930$38,360$29,775
Adjustments for Features0-1,750-1,680
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,930$36,610$28,095
Cost Above Minimum$0$680$0
Total Invoice$33,109$35,412$27,814
Adjustments for Features0-1,616-1,569
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$33,109$33,796$26,245
Cost Above Minimum$0$687$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Nissan LEAF

Model Year200920092018
ModelExplorerExplorerLEAF
TrimEddie BauerLimitedSL
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900$900 
1-speed automatic  $800
RWD$0$0 
FWD  $0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control  $600
Cruise control$150$150 
Heated steering wheel  $100
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Power-adjustable pedals$125$125 
Proximity key  $250
Remote app  $25
Remote climate control  $25
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Around view cameras  $500
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial  $200
Blind spot warning system  $200
Brake assist  $50
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Driver drowsiness monitor  $150
Forward collision warning  $200
Full-size spare tire$225$225 
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250 
Rollover sensor$50$50 
Trailer sway control$25$25 
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75 $75
Cargo mat  $40
Class II trailer hitch$200$200 
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150$150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Roof rack$300$300 
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125$125 
Climate Control 
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 
Heat pump  $250
Rear air vents$100  
Rear air vents with manual controls $150 
Rear HVAC unit $400 
Engine / Motor 
40 kWh battery pack  $0
6.6 kW onboard charger  $500
DC quick-charging capability  $750
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275 
Rear bumper protector$40$40 
Rear spoiler  $200
Running boards$350$350 
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75 
Infotainment 
App support  $0
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
DVD-compatible player$0$0 
HD radio  $50
Media drive$15$15 
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0$0 
Detailed driving style feedback  $100
Digital instruments  $0
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50$50 
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50$50 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only  $750
Tachometer$75$75 
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $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 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75 
Memory system, driver seat$200$200 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power-folding third row seats $1000 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 $350
Chrome-clad alloy wheels $600 
White-letter tires$0$0 
Total Value of Features$4,905$6,655$6,585
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,750$1,680
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,616-1,569

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Nissan LEAF

Model Year20092018
ModelExplorerLEAF
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase113.7 in106.3 in
Length193.4 in176.4 in
Width73.7 in70.5 in
Height72.8 in61.4 in
Curb Weight4,441 lb.3,434 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.0.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in41.2 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in54.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in51.7 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in42.1 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in37.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in52.5 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in50.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in33.5 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 ft323.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.9 ft323.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
83.7 ft330.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested70066%
Total Not Requested36534%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Total Requested32525%
Total Not Requested100075%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested70098%
Total Not Requested152%

Option Package Details
Nissan LEAF SL

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%

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