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Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen New 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 New Beetle Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $21,429 Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI | ||||
| Difference: $17,216 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $20,052 Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI | ||||
| Difference: $15,763 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | New Beetle |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | Sport | 2.5 / TDI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $33,000 | $38,200 | $43,100 | $17,180 |
| Base Invoice | $30,773 | $35,622 | $40,191 | $16,107 |
| Package 202B | 2,950 | |||
| Cargo cover | 130 | 130 | 130 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 75 | 99 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Package 1 | 1,390 | |||
| Package 2 | 1,755 | |||
| Satellite radio | 375 | |||
| Package 202B | 2,575 | |||
| Cargo cover | 114 | 114 | 114 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 66 | 66 | 66 | 64 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | 1,392 | 1,392 | |
| Package 1 | 1,291 | |||
| Package 2 | 1,629 | |||
| Satellite radio | 331 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,750 | 1,800 | 1,800 | 3,619 |
| Options (change) | 4,147 | 1,572 | 1,572 | 3,315 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 895 | 630 |
| Total Price | $38,645 | $40,895 | $45,795 | $21,429 |
| Total Invoice | $35,815 | $38,089 | $42,658 | $20,052 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen New Beetle
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,826 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,914 | ||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | New Beetle |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | Sport | 2.5 / TDI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 150hp I5 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 | M5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | 390, 12 | 390, 12 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $38,645 | $40,895 | $45,795 | $21,429 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,390 | -8,755 | -10,180 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,255 | $32,140 | $35,615 | $21,429 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $885 | $4,360 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $35,815 | $38,089 | $42,658 | $20,052 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,849 | -8,154 | -9,483 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $28,966 | $29,935 | $33,175 | $20,052 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $969 | $4,209 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen New Beetle
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | New Beetle |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | Sport | 2.5 / TDI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |||
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $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 | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $9,030 | $10,395 | $11,820 | $1,640 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $7,390 | $8,755 | $10,180 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,849 | -8,154 | -9,483 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen New Beetle
| Model Year | 2015 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | New Beetle |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 98.7 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 161.1 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 67.9 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 59.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,535 lb. | 2,885 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 36.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 49.3 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 33.5 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 | 12.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Package 202B | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Unbranded, 9 speakers | 350 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 1575 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen New Beetle 2.5 / TDI
| Package 1 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 99% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 1% |
| Package 2 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| 225/45HR17 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1425 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 26% |
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