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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: $30,740 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 1.8T SEL | |||
| Difference: $10,220 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,456 Volkswagen Golf / GTI 1.8T SEL | |||
| Difference: $8,532 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Golf / GTI | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Limited | 1.8T SEL | TDI SEL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $37,535 | $29,345 | $30,345 |
| Base Invoice | $34,952 | $28,171 | $29,131 |
| Navigation system | 795 | ||
| Cargo cover | 135 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 235 | 235 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | ||
| Cargo net | 100 | 100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | 240 | 240 | |
| Navigation system | 676 | ||
| Cargo cover | 115 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 185 | 185 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | ||
| Cargo net | 80 | 80 | |
| Door sill trim plates | 200 | 200 | |
| Options (change) | 2,600 | 575 | 575 |
| Options (change) | 2,211 | 465 | 465 |
| Destination | 825 | 820 | 820 |
| Total Price | $40,960 | $30,740 | $31,740 |
| Total Invoice | $37,988 | $29,456 | $30,416 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI 1.8T SEL | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,320 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,947 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Golf / GTI | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Limited | 1.8T SEL | TDI SEL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 170hp I4 | 150hp I4 D |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 225/40-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $40,960 | $30,740 | $31,740 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,950 | -1,050 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,010 | $29,690 | $31,740 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,050 |
| Total Invoice | $37,988 | $29,456 | $30,416 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,591 | -1,006 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,397 | $28,450 | $30,416 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,966 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Golf / GTI | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Limited | 1.8T SEL | TDI SEL |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $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 | $0 | |
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | ||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,730 | $2,830 | $1,780 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,950 | $1,050 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,591 | -1,006 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.5 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 179.6 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.8 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,579 lb. | 3,064 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 35.6 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 | 30.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 30.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 66.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI 1.8T SEL
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI TDI SEL
| 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% |
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