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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: $37,750 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn | |||
| Difference: $7,490 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2020 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | GTI Autobahn |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $38,200 | $43,100 | $36,495 |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,150 | 1,150 | |
| Package 301A | 2,600 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | 595 | ||
| Cargo cover | 130 | 130 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 235 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Package 401A | 4,300 | ||
| Cargo net | 100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,004 | 1,004 | |
| Package 301A | 2,269 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | 519 | ||
| Cargo cover | 114 | 114 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 66 | 66 | 185 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | 1,392 | |
| Package 401A | 3,752 | ||
| Cargo net | 80 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,145 | 7,250 | 335 |
| Options (change) | 5,364 | 6,328 | 265 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 920 |
| Total Price | $45,240 | $51,245 | $37,750 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,240 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $37,687 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2020 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | GTI Autobahn |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 228hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 390, 12 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $45,240 | $51,245 | $37,750 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,250 | -4,950 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,990 | $46,295 | $37,750 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,305 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2020 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | GTI Autobahn |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip front differential | $500 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| Larger infotainment display | $0 | ||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | ||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $9,705 | $11,405 | $6,455 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,250 | $4,950 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,009 | -4,580 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2015 | 2020 |
| Model | Explorer | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 167.6 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.8 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 58.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,535 lb. | 2,874 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.4 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 | 38.1 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 | 17.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 53.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 301A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 775 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 1350 | 64% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1475 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1675 | 53% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn
| 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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