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Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Golf / 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 Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $20,048 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GLS | ||||
| Difference: $10,702 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $18,535 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GLS | ||||
| Difference: $9,983 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | GLS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $28,470 | $31,615 | $35,550 | $18,390 |
| Base Invoice | $26,458 | $29,319 | $32,901 | $17,138 |
| Sun and SYNC Package | 795 | |||
| Convenience Package | 595 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 75 | 99 |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 150 | |||
| Stability control | 280 | |||
| CD changer, remote | 499 | |||
| Sun and SYNC Package | 675 | |||
| Convenience Package | 506 | |||
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 64 | 64 | 64 |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 133 | |||
| Stability control | 247 | |||
| CD changer, remote | 323 | |||
| Options (change) | 1,465 | 925 | 925 | 1,028 |
| Options (change) | 1,245 | 787 | 787 | 767 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 815 | 630 |
| Total Price | $30,750 | $33,355 | $37,290 | $20,048 |
| Total Invoice | $28,518 | $30,921 | $34,503 | $18,535 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GLS | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,392 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,913 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | GLS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 115hp I4 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | A5 | M5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 4 | 80, 4 | 190, 7 | 200, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/70-16 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 195/65-15 |
| Total Price | $30,750 | $33,355 | $37,290 | $20,048 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,310 | -4,785 | -7,810 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $27,440 | $28,570 | $29,480 | $20,048 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,130 | $2,040 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $28,518 | $30,921 | $34,503 | $18,535 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,070 | -4,436 | -7,226 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $25,448 | $26,485 | $27,277 | $18,535 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,037 | $1,829 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited | GLS |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cassette player | $50 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $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 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,850 | $6,325 | $9,350 | $1,540 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,310 | $4,785 | $7,810 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,070 | -4,436 | -7,226 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 98.9 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 164.9 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 68.3 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 56.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,035 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 53.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 52.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 33.5 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 | 18.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 41.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Sun and SYNC Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Keyless entry keypad | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GLS
| Stability control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Stability control | 400 | Yes |
| Brake assist | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 11% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 7% |
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