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Ford Explorer vs. Saturn ION 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. Saturn ION Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $18,145 Saturn ION 3 | ||||
| Difference: $11,440 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $16,962 Saturn ION 3 | ||||
| Difference: $10,554 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | ION |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $26,495 | $29,245 | $32,395 | $14,700 |
| Base Invoice | $24,771 | $27,273 | $30,178 | $13,745 |
| Ironman Package | 1,495 | |||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | 560 | |
| Convenience Group | 250 | |||
| Sun and Sound Package | 840 | |||
| Travel Package | 200 | |||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 400 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 700 | |||
| Floor mats | 80 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 395 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | 240 | |||
| Ironman Package | 1,271 | |||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | 476 | |
| Convenience Group | 213 | |||
| Sun and Sound Package | 773 | |||
| Travel Package | 184 | |||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 368 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 644 | |||
| Floor mats | 74 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 363 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | 221 | |||
| Options (change) | 2,305 | 560 | 560 | 2,855 |
| Options (change) | 1,960 | 476 | 476 | 2,627 |
| Destination | 785 | 785 | 785 | 590 |
| Total Price | $29,585 | $30,590 | $33,740 | $18,145 |
| Total Invoice | $27,516 | $28,534 | $31,439 | $16,962 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Saturn ION
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Saturn ION 3 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,710 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,085 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | ION |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 145hp I4 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | A5 | M5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 4 | 80, 4 | 190, 7 | 160, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/60-18 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 205/55-16 |
| Total Price | $29,585 | $30,590 | $33,740 | $18,145 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,730 | -3,730 | -5,455 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $25,855 | $26,860 | $28,285 | $18,145 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,005 | $2,430 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $27,516 | $28,534 | $31,439 | $16,962 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,469 | -3,479 | -5,083 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $24,047 | $25,055 | $26,356 | $16,962 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,008 | $2,309 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Saturn ION
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | ION |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 4-wheel disc brakes | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| All-weather floor mats | $75 | |||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,150 | $5,150 | $6,875 | $1,420 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,730 | $3,730 | $5,455 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,469 | -3,479 | -5,083 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Saturn ION
| Model Year | 2008 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | ION |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 103.2 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 184.5 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 67.2 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 57.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 2,753 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 13.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 49.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 48.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 33.3 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Ironman Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Roof rack crossbars | 50 | No |
| Machined alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | No |
| Bodyside cladding | 350 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| 235/60R18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 43% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 100 | Yes |
| Keyless entry keypad | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Saturn ION 3
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 400 | Yes |
| Traction control | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sun and Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 160W, 6 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 24% |
| Travel Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Map lights | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 11% |
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