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Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Rabbit / GTI 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 Rabbit / GTI Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,030 Volkswagen Rabbit / GTI GTI | |||
| Difference: $4,065 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,974 Volkswagen Rabbit / GTI GTI | |||
| Difference: $3,885 | |||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Rabbit / GTI |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | GTI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $28,370 | $31,115 | $23,300 |
| Base Invoice | $26,790 | $29,361 | $21,721 |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,295 | 1,295 | |
| Cargo cover | 90 | 90 | |
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 55 | 55 | 185 |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,800 |
| Audiophile Package | 510 | ||
| Autobahn Package | 3,020 | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | 1,075 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Cargo cover | 77 | 77 | |
| Satellite radio | 166 | 166 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 47 | 47 | 145 |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | 1,589 |
| Audiophile Package | 433 | ||
| Autobahn Package | 2,796 | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | 1,073 | ||
| Options (change) | 4,990 | 4,480 | 6,080 |
| Options (change) | 4,334 | 3,901 | 5,603 |
| Destination | 735 | 735 | 650 |
| Total Price | $34,095 | $36,330 | $30,030 |
| Total Invoice | $31,859 | $33,997 | $27,974 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Rabbit / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Rabbit / GTI GTI | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,045 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,866 | |||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Rabbit / GTI |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | GTI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 15/21 MPG | 15/21 MPG | 18/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 290, 7 | 290, 7 | 250, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $34,095 | $36,330 | $30,030 |
| Adjustments for Features | -20 | -1,445 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $34,075 | $34,885 | $30,030 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $810 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $31,859 | $33,997 | $27,974 |
| Adjustments for Features | -19 | -1,352 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,840 | $32,645 | $27,974 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $805 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Rabbit / GTI
| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Rabbit / GTI |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | GTI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| 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 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit (gray/black) | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | ||
| CD player | $125 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,075 | $5,500 | $4,055 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $20 | $1,445 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -19 | -1,352 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Rabbit / GTI
| Model Year | 2007 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Rabbit / GTI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 165.8 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 68.3 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 58.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,531 lb. | 3,643 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 35.3 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 | 15.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 41.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Audiophile Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 64% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Rabbit / GTI GTI
| 6-speed automated manual | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 6-speed automated manual | 0 | Yes |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 475 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| All-weather floor mats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 75 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 35% |
| Autobahn Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Front seat active head restraints | 0 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Unbranded, 250W, 10 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 2000 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 565 | 22% |
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