Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2008 Toyota 4Runner Toyota 4Runner 2012

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

Join Us

Ford Explorer vs. Toyota 4Runner 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. Toyota 4Runner Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $40,360

Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer   
Difference: $4,858

Lowest Total Invoice: $37,055

Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer   
Difference: $4,300

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200820082012
ModelExplorerExplorer4Runner
TrimEddie BauerLimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $29,245 $32,395 $38,595
Base Invoice $27,273 $30,178 $35,508
Luxury Package 1,290    
Sun and Sirius Package 560 560  
Navigation system 1,995 1,995  
Audiophile Package 510    
Third-row seat 875 375 1,365
Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. 275 275  
4.6L V8 1,310 1,310  
Roof rack crossbars 115 115 185
Remote start 385 385 529
Power-deployable running boards 695 695 1,500
4WD w/low range 2,320 2,325 2,035
Floor mats     199
Luxury Package 1,097    
Sun and Sirius Package 476 476  
Navigation system 1,696 1,696  
Audiophile Package 433    
Third-row seat 744 319 1,214
Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. 234 234  
4.6L V8 1,192 1,192  
Roof rack crossbars 97 97 110
Remote start 326 326 380
Power-deployable running boards 591 591 1,335
4WD w/low range 2,111 2,117 1,872
Floor mats     126
Options (change) 10,330 8,035 5,813
Options (change) 8,997 7,048 5,037
Destination 785 785 810
Total Price $40,360 $41,215 $45,218
Total Invoice $37,055 $38,011 $41,355

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 Toyota 4Runner 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. Toyota 4Runner

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,428
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,078
Model Year200820082012
ModelExplorerExplorer4Runner
TrimEddie BauerLimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine292hp V8292hp V8270hp V6
TransmissionA6A6T5
Drivetrain4WD w/4L4WD w/4L4WD w/4L
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)13/19 MPG13/19 MPG17/22 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)190, 7190, 7?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/65-17235/65-18245/60-20
Total Price$40,360$41,215$45,218
Adjustments for Features0-500-2,430
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$40,360$40,715$42,788
Cost Above Minimum$0$355$0
Total Invoice$37,055$38,011$41,355
Adjustments for Features0-461-2,222
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$37,055$37,550$39,133
Cost Above Minimum$0$495$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Toyota 4Runner

Model Year200820082012
ModelExplorerExplorer4Runner
TrimEddie BauerLimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000$1000 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1000
4WD w/low range$2200$2200$2200
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Power retractable rear window  $350
Power-adjustable pedals$125$125 
Proximity key  $250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0
Brake assist  $50
Hill descent control  $250
Knee airbag, driver  $75
Knee airbag, passenger  $75
Obstacle detection, rear $250 
Rearview camera  $200
Side curtain airbags$350$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows  $500
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat  $40
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150$150 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Interior air filter  $0
Drivetrain 
Lockable center differential  $150
Exterior 
Rear spoiler  $200
Skid plates  $150
Tow hook(s), front  $40
Infotainment 
App support  $0
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25
CD changer, in-dash$325$325 
CD player  $125
HD radio  $50
Telematics service, such as OnStar  $200
Traffic + travel information  $25
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats  $200
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats  $75
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Memory system, driver seat$200$200 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 $350
Chrome-clad alloy wheels $600 
Hydraulically cross-linked dampers  $500
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
White-letter tires$0$0 
Total Value of Features$5,150$5,650$7,580
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$500$2,430
Value of Feature Adjustments0-461-2,222

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Toyota 4Runner

Model Year20082012
ModelExplorer4Runner
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase113.7 in109.8 in
Length193.4 in189.9 in
Width73.7 in75.8 in
Height72.8 in71.5 in
Curb Weight4,706 lb.4,805 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.24.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in57.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in56.5 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.7 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in38.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in57.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in55.7 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in32.9 in
Row 3 Headroom37.4 in34.3 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room53.1 in57.7 in
Row 3 Hip Room45.3 in43.3 in
Row 3 Legroom34.9 in29.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
13.6 ft39.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.9 ft346.3 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
83.7 ft388.8 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested75059%
Total Not Requested52541%
Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Audiophile Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200No
Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested550100%
Third-row seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench100Yes
Manual recliner, second row seats75Yes
Folding third row seats600Yes
Center armrest(s), second row50Yes
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150Yes
Total Requested975100%
Total Not Requested00%
Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Class III trailer hitch50Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)25Yes
Total Requested75100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Third-row seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench100Yes
Manual recliner, second row seats75Yes
Folding third row seats600Yes
Center armrest(s), second row50Yes
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench150Yes
Total Requested975100%
Total Not Requested00%
Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg.
FeatureValueRequested?
Class III trailer hitch50Yes
Trailering equipment (7 wire)25Yes
Total Requested75100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Toyota 4Runner Limited

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
4WD w/low range
FeatureValueRequested?
4WD w/low range0Yes
Lockable center differential150No
Hill descent control250No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested400100%
Third-row seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats200No
Folding third row seats600Yes
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats75No
Side curtain airbags, three rows150No
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench100Yes
Total Requested70062%
Total Not Requested42538%

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.