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Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Beetle 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. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $33,500 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line SEL | ||
| Difference: $8,300 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $32,169 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line SEL | ||
| Difference: $6,577 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Beetle |
| Trim | Limited | R-Line SEL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $37,855 | $32,550 |
| Base Invoice | $35,268 | $31,249 |
| Blind spot warning system | 595 | |
| Navigation system | 795 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 130 | |
| Blind spot warning system | 506 | |
| Navigation system | 676 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | 100 | |
| Options (change) | 3,120 | 130 |
| Options (change) | 2,653 | 100 |
| Destination | 825 | 820 |
| Total Price | $41,800 | $33,500 |
| Total Invoice | $38,746 | $32,169 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Beetle R-Line SEL | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,790 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,323 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Beetle |
| Trim | Limited | R-Line SEL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 210hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/25 MPG | 23/29 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 235/40-19 |
| Total Price | $41,800 | $33,500 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,510 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,290 | $33,500 |
| Total Invoice | $38,746 | $32,169 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,254 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,492 | $32,169 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2012 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Beetle |
| Trim | Limited | R-Line SEL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver 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 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,045 | $4,535 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,510 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,254 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2012 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Beetle |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 100.0 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 168.4 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 71.2 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,557 lb. | 3,104 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 49.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 31.4 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 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 |
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