Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2012 Pontiac Solstice Pontiac Solstice 2008

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

Join Us

Ford Explorer vs. Pontiac Solstice 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. Pontiac Solstice Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,540

Pontiac Solstice   
Difference: $8,375

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,814

Pontiac Solstice   
Difference: $7,584

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2012201220082008
ModelExplorerExplorerSolsticeSolstice
TrimXLTLimitedBaseGXP
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Base Price $32,095 $37,855 $22,455 $28,135
Base Invoice $30,027 $35,268 $21,220 $26,588
255/50HR20 1,195      
Package 201A 1,800      
Convenience Package     395  
Preferred Package     625  
Premium Package     690 525
Antilock brakes (ABS)     895  
Rear spoiler     275 275
Air conditioning     960 960
Floor mats     80  
Polished alloy wheels     545  
255/50HR20 1,016      
Package 201A 1,530      
Convenience Package     352  
Preferred Package     556  
Premium Package     614 467
Antilock brakes (ABS)     797  
Rear spoiler     245 245
Air conditioning     854 854
Floor mats     71  
Polished alloy wheels     485  
Options (change) 2,995 0 4,465 1,760
Options (change) 2,546 0 3,974 1,566
Destination 825 825 620 620
Total Price $35,915 $38,680 $27,540 $30,515
Total Invoice $33,398 $36,093 $25,814 $28,774

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 Pontiac Solstice 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. Pontiac Solstice

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Pontiac Solstice
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,455
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,242
Model Year2012201220082008
ModelExplorerExplorerSolsticeSolstice
TrimXLTLimitedBaseGXP
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Engine290hp V6290hp V6173hp I4260hp I4
TransmissionT6T6M5M5
DrivetrainFWDFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 8390, 12?, 6?, 6
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20255/50-20245/45-18245/45-18
Total Price$35,915$38,680$27,540$30,515
Adjustments for Features-6,470-9,6850-475
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,445$28,995$27,540$30,040
Cost Above Minimum$450$0$0$2,500
Total Invoice$33,398$36,093$25,814$28,774
Adjustments for Features-6,017-9,0370-448
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,381$27,056$25,814$28,326
Cost Above Minimum$325$0$0$2,512

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Pontiac Solstice

Model Year2012201220082008
ModelExplorerExplorerSolsticeSolstice
TrimXLTLimitedBaseGXP
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV2dr Convertible2dr Convertible
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100  
5-speed manual  $0$0
FWD$0$0  
RWD  $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100  
Keyless entry keypad$50$50  
Power rear side windows$200$200  
Power-adjustable pedals $125  
Proximity key $250  
Remote start $150  
Tilt steering wheel, manual  $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250  
Universal garage door opener $100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25  
Brake assist$50$50  
Curve control$50$50  
Front side airbags$350$350  
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250  
Rearview camera$200$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  
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40  
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25  
Roof rails$250$250  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200  
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  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential   $300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250$250  
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275  
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75  
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100  
HD radio $50  
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25$25  
SD Card slot$25$25  
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25  
Surround sound $250  
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200$200
Traffic + travel information$25$25  
USB port$25$25  
Voice control for audio system$25$25  
Voice control for external devices$0$0  
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150  
Boost gauge   $75
Heated mirrors$25$25  
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  
Spotter mirror(s)$50$50  
Trip computer$150$150  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25  
Visor mirror, driver  $10$10
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50  
Door sill trim plates $100 $100
Folding second row seats$300$300  
Heated front seats $200  
Leather seating surfaces $900$900$900
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50   
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50  
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75  
Memory system, driver seat $200  
No leather in second row  $-300$-300
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100  
Power recliner, driver seat $100  
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100  
Stowable third row seats$600$600  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350  
Polished alloy wheels$350 $350$350
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Total Value of Features$7,780$10,995$1,310$1,785
Value of Feature Adjustments$6,470$9,685$0$475
Value of Feature Adjustments-6,017-9,0370-448

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Pontiac Solstice

Model Year20122008
ModelExplorerSolstice
Body4dr SUV2dr Convertible
Wheelbase112.6 in95.1 in
Length197.1 in157.2 in
Width78.9 in71.3 in
Height70.4 in50.1 in
Curb Weight4,558 lb.2,861 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.13.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in38.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in52.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.7 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.0 ft32.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.8 ft32.1 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.7 ft35.4 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT

Package 201A
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Rearview camera200No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Unbranded, 8 speakers350No
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250No
A/V input jacks25No
SD Card slot25No
Wi-Fi hotspot capability0No
Traffic + travel information25No
Navigation, turn-by-turn25No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested1375100%

Option Package Details
Pontiac Solstice

Antilock brakes (ABS)
FeatureValueRequested?
Antilock brakes (ABS)400Yes
Traction control100Yes
Stability control400Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Fog lights125Yes
Outside temperature display50Yes
Total Requested325100%
Total Not Requested00%
Preferred Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power mirrors150Yes
Power front side windows250Yes
Power locks275Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Alarm100No
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Total Requested90088%
Total Not Requested12512%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
No leather in second row-300No
Total Requested1175134%
Total Not Requested-300-34%

Option Package Details
Pontiac Solstice GXP

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
No leather in second row-300No
Total Requested900150%
Total Not Requested-300-50%

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.