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Ford Explorer vs. Nissan Maxima 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. Nissan Maxima Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $41,855 Nissan Maxima SV | ||
| Difference: $6,440 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,037 Nissan Maxima SV | ||
| Difference: $6,716 | ||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Maxima |
| Trim | Sport | SV |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $41,675 | $35,120 |
| Base Invoice | $38,862 | $32,163 |
| Package 401A | 4,130 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Premium Package | 3,300 | |
| Tech Package | 1,850 | |
| Rear spoiler | 375 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 235 | |
| Floor mats | 195 | |
| Package 401A | 3,604 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | |
| Premium Package | 2,862 | |
| Tech Package | 1,605 | |
| Rear spoiler | 298 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 183 | |
| Floor mats | 146 | |
| Options (change) | 5,725 | 5,955 |
| Options (change) | 4,996 | 5,094 |
| Destination | 895 | 780 |
| Total Price | $48,295 | $41,855 |
| Total Invoice | $44,753 | $38,037 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Nissan Maxima
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Sport | ||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Nissan Maxima SV | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $20 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $730 | ||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Maxima |
| Trim | Sport | SV |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | CVT-6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 19/26 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | ?, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 245/45-18 |
| Total Price | $48,295 | $41,855 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,460 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,835 | $41,855 |
| Total Invoice | $44,753 | $38,037 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,986 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,767 | $38,037 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Nissan Maxima
| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Maxima |
| Trim | Sport | SV |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable CVT | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Rear seat audio controls | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | $150 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,580 | $3,120 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,460 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,986 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Nissan Maxima
| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Maxima |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 109.3 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 190.6 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 73.2 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 57.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,921 lb. | 3,556 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 43.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 36.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 34.6 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 | 14.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1575 | 49% |
| Total Not Requested | 1625 | 51% |
Option Package Details
Nissan Maxima SV
| Floor mats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Floor mats | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 75 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 35% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Panoramic sunroof | 300 | Yes |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-person bench | 0 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, small | 5 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1390 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 1080 | 44% |
| Tech Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 775 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
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