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Ford Explorer vs. Toyota FJ Cruiser Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer vs. Toyota FJ Cruiser Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $30,543

Toyota FJ Cruiser   
Difference: $4,462

Lowest Total Invoice: $27,090

Toyota FJ Cruiser   
Difference: $5,264

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2009200920092008
ModelExplorerExplorerExplorerFJ Cruiser
TrimXLTEddie BauerLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $28,470 $31,615 $35,550 $23,045
Base Invoice $26,458 $29,319 $32,901 $20,969
Convenience Package 595     1,840
4.6L V8 1,310 1,310 1,310  
AWD 2,320 2,320 2,320  
Sport Package 1,495      
Convenience Package   995    
255/50R20   1,325 630  
Upgrade Package       2,390
Class III trailer hitch       349
AWD w/low range       1,180
Running boards       345
Roof rack       649
Convenience Package 506     1,472
4.6L V8 1,192 1,192 1,192  
AWD 2,112 2,112 2,112  
Sport Package 1,271      
Convenience Package   846    
255/50R20   1,127 536  
Upgrade Package       1,888
Class III trailer hitch       240
AWD w/low range       1,075
Running boards       276
Roof rack       425
Options (change) 5,720 5,950 4,260 6,753
Options (change) 5,081 5,277 3,840 5,376
Destination 815 815 815 745
Total Price $35,005 $38,380 $40,625 $30,543
Total Invoice $32,354 $35,411 $37,556 $27,090

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Toyota FJ Cruiser

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota FJ Cruiser
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,622
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,488
Model Year2009200920092008
ModelExplorerExplorerExplorerFJ Cruiser
TrimXLTEddie BauerLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine292hp V8292hp V8292hp V8239hp V6
TransmissionA6A6A6M6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDAWD w/4L
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)13/19 MPG13/19 MPG13/19 MPG15/18 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)80, 480, 4190, 7?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20255/50-20255/50-20265/70-17
Total Price$35,005$38,380$40,625$30,543
Adjustments for Features-840-3,465-5,1650
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,165$34,915$35,460$30,543
Cost Above Minimum$0$750$1,295$0
Total Invoice$32,354$35,411$37,556$27,090
Adjustments for Features-776-3,197-4,7750
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,578$32,214$32,781$27,090
Cost Above Minimum$0$636$1,203$0

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Toyota FJ Cruiser

Model Year2009200920092008
ModelExplorerExplorerExplorerFJ Cruiser
TrimXLTEddie BauerLimitedBase
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000$1000$1000 
6-speed manual   $150
AWD$1700$1700$1700 
AWD w/low range   $2200
Accessories 
AC power outlet   $100
Keyless entry keypad$50$50$50 
Power rear side windows$200$200$200 
Power-adjustable pedals$125$125$125 
Universal garage door opener $100$100 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25 
Brake assist   $50
Rollover sensor$50$50$50 
Trailer sway control$25$25$25 
Vehicle health reports $0$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75$75  
Class II trailer hitch$200$200$200 
Class III trailer hitch   $250
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25 
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200$200 
Dual-zone climate control $125$125 
Interior air filter   $0
Rear air vents$100$100  
Rear air vents with manual controls  $150 
Rear HVAC unit  $400 
Drivetrain 
Lockable rear differential   $150
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)   $250
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25   
Externally-mounted spare   $0
Hood scoop   $100
Skid plates   $150
Tow hook(s), front   $40
Tow hook(s), rear   $25
Infotainment 
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100 
CD changer, in-dash  $325$325
CD player$125$125  
Headliner speakers   $0
Satellite radio $200$200 
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25 
USB port $25$25 
Voice control for audio system $25$25 
Voice control for external devices $0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150$150 
Automatic headlights$125$125$125 
Automatic-off headlights   $25
Fog lights$125$125$125 
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   
Center armrest(s), second row  $50 
Floor mats $75$75 
Heated front seats $200$200 
Interior trim, special color   $0
Leather seating surfaces $900$900 
Manual height adjuster, driver seat   $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50   
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats  $75 
Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat   $50
Memory system, driver seat $200$200 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100 
Power recliner, driver seat $100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100 
Power-folding third row seats  $1000 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
All-terrain tires   $0
Alloy wheels   $350
Polished alloy wheels$350$350$350 
Total Value of Features$5,125$7,750$9,450$4,285
Value of Feature Adjustments$840$3,465$5,165$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-776-3,197-4,7750

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Toyota FJ Cruiser

Model Year20092008
ModelExplorerFJ Cruiser
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase113.7 in105.9 in
Length193.4 in183.9 in
Width73.7 in74.6 in
Height72.8 in70.9 in
Curb Weight4,706 lb.4,290 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.19.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in41.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in58.4 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in40.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in51.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in31.3 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 ft327.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.9 ft327.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
83.7 ft366.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150No
Automatic headlights125No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Compass0Yes
Keyless entry keypad50No
Total Requested25036%
Total Not Requested45064%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Polished alloy wheels0No
All-weather floor mats75No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25No
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Running boards350Yes
255/50R20 tires400No
Total Requested35041%
Total Not Requested50059%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200No
Heated mirrors25No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Universal garage door opener100No
Memory system, driver seat200No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Total Requested25019%
Total Not Requested107581%

Option Package Details
Toyota FJ Cruiser

Class III trailer hitch
FeatureValueRequested?
Class III trailer hitch250No
Trailering equipment (4 wire)125Yes
Total Requested12533%
Total Not Requested25067%
AWD w/low range
FeatureValueRequested?
AWD w/low range0Yes
6-speed manual0Yes
Lockable rear differential150No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested150100%
Upgrade Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Traction control100Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Alloy wheels350Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Lockable rear differential150No
Outside temperature display50Yes
Compass0Yes
AC power outlet100No
Auxiliary gauges0No
Unbranded, 8 speakers350No
Interior trim, special color0No
Total Requested97562%
Total Not Requested60038%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Power mirrors150Yes
Remote keyless entry225Yes
Rear wiper175Yes
Deep-tinted rear windows275Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Daytime running lights (optional)0No
Total Requested1225100%
Total Not Requested00%

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