Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2010 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Volkswagen Golf / GTI 2013

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

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.

Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,025

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI   
Difference: $6,135

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,735

Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI   
Difference: $4,580

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2010201020132013
ModelExplorerExplorerGolf / GTIGolf / GTI
TrimEddie BauerLimitedGTIR
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Base Price $33,280 $36,280 $24,795 $34,795
Base Invoice $31,044 $33,774 $23,803 $33,403
Convenience Package 1,995      
Navigation system 1,995      
All-weather floor mats 75 75 235 235
Navigation and Moon Package   2,845    
Autobahn Package     6,200  
Sunroof and Navigation Package       1,720
Convenience Package 1,696      
Navigation system 1,696      
All-weather floor mats 64 64 185 185
Navigation and Moon Package   2,418    
Autobahn Package     5,952  
Sunroof and Navigation Package       1,651
Options (change) 4,065 2,920 6,435 1,955
Options (change) 3,456 2,482 6,137 1,836
Destination 815 815 795 795
Total Price $38,160 $40,015 $32,025 $37,545
Total Invoice $35,315 $37,071 $30,735 $36,034

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Ford Explorer dealer quotes or Volkswagen Golf / GTI dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,055
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,730
Model Year2010201020132013
ModelExplorerExplorerGolf / GTIGolf / GTI
TrimEddie BauerLimitedGTIR
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Engine210hp V6210hp V6200hp I4256hp I4
TransmissionA5A5M6M6
DrivetrainRWDRWDFWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)190, 7190, 7300, 8300, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/65-17235/65-18225/40-18225/40-18
Total Price$38,160$40,015$32,025$37,545
Adjustments for Features-3,080-4,1800-1,950
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$35,080$35,835$32,025$35,595
Cost Above Minimum$0$755$0$3,570
Total Invoice$35,315$37,071$30,735$36,034
Adjustments for Features-2,850-3,8720-1,872
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$32,465$33,199$30,735$34,162
Cost Above Minimum$0$734$0$3,427

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year2010201020132013
ModelExplorerExplorerGolf / GTIGolf / GTI
TrimEddie BauerLimitedGTIR
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr Hatch4dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900$900  
6-speed manual  $150$150
RWD$0$0  
FWD  $0 
AWD   $1700
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50  
Power-adjustable pedals$125$125  
Proximity key  $250$250
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150$150  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual  $250$250
Universal garage door opener$100$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25  
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats  $0$0
Brake assist  $50$50
Full-size spare tire$225$225  
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250  
Rollover sensor$50$50  
Safety key$5$5  
Temporary spare tire  $150$150
Trailer sway control$25$25  
Vehicle health reports$0$0  
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50$50
Cargo cover  $75$75
Cargo mat  $40$40
Class II trailer hitch$200$200  
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150$150  
Overhead sunglass holder  $25$25
Rear seat pass-through  $100$100
Roof rack$300$300  
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125$125  
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200 $200
Dual-zone climate control$125$125 $125
Heated windshield washer nozzles  $15$15
Interior air filter  $0$0
Rear air vents$100 $100$100
Rear air vents with manual controls $150  
Rear HVAC unit $400  
Exterior 
Body kit   $0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25$25
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275  
Rear bumper protector$40$40  
Rear spoiler  $200$200
Running boards$350$350  
Wheel-lip moldings$75$75  
Infotainment 
DVD-compatible player$0$0  
iPod integration  $100$100
Media drive$15$15  
SD Card slot  $25$25
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25  
Traffic + travel information$25$25  
USB port$25$25  
Voice control for external devices$0$0  
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror$150$150  
Automatic headlights$125$125  
Fog lights$125$125$125 
Headlight washers   $50
Steering-linked headlights  $150$150
Turn signals on or near mirrors  $25$25
Xenon HID headlights  $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim  $100$100
Door sill trim plates  $100$100
Folding third row seats$600   
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat  $50$50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $50$50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75  
Memory system, driver seat$200$200  
Metal pedals  $75$75
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100  
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100  
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat  $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100  
Power-folding third row seats $1000  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 $350$350
Chrome-clad alloy wheels $600  
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0
White-letter tires$0$0  
Total Value of Features$6,360$7,460$3,280$5,230
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,080$4,180$0$1,950
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,850-3,8720-1,872

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI

Model Year20102013
ModelExplorerGolf / GTI
Body4dr SUV4dr Hatch
Wheelbase113.7 in101.5 in
Length193.4 in165.4 in
Width73.7 in70.3 in
Height72.8 in58.3 in
Curb Weight4,441 lb.2,969 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in52.8 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in35.5 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 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.9 ft315.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
83.7 ft346.0 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200No
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, rear250No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested125045%
Total Not Requested152555%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested60087%
Total Not Requested9013%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Navigation and Moon Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Media drive, large15No
Total Requested60087%
Total Not Requested9013%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI

All-weather floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
All-weather floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Autobahn Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Proximity key250No
Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers350No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Xenon HID headlights500No
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
HD radio50No
SD Card slot25No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Total Requested252562%
Total Not Requested152538%

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI R

All-weather floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
All-weather floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Sunroof and Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Proximity key250No
Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers350No
Total Requested150071%
Total Not Requested60029%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.