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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: $38,275 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn | ||||
| Difference: $8,090 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2021 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | Platinum | GTI Autobahn |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $41,675 | $45,355 | $53,235 | $36,945 |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,150 | 1,150 | ||
| BLIS Plus Inflatable Rear-Seatbelt Pkg. | 650 | |||
| Cargo cover | 130 | 130 | 130 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 120 | 120 | 120 | 235 |
| Cargo mat | 100 | 100 | 100 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | ||
| Package 401A | 2,965 | |||
| Cargo net | 100 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,094 | 1,094 | ||
| BLIS Plus Inflatable Rear-Seatbelt Pkg. | 619 | |||
| Cargo cover | 124 | 124 | 124 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 114 | 114 | 114 | 185 |
| Cargo mat | 95 | 95 | 95 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,515 | 1,515 | ||
| Package 401A | 2,817 | |||
| Cargo net | 80 | |||
| Options (change) | 3,745 | 6,060 | 350 | 335 |
| Options (change) | 3,561 | 5,759 | 333 | 265 |
| Destination | 945 | 945 | 945 | 995 |
| Total Price | $46,365 | $52,360 | $54,530 | $38,275 |
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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: $3,360 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $38,526 | ||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2021 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | Platinum | GTI Autobahn |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 280hp I4 | 365hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 228hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 500, 12 | 500, 12 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $46,365 | $52,360 | $54,530 | $38,275 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,730 | -7,220 | -10,470 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,635 | $45,140 | $44,060 | $38,275 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,505 | $2,425 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2021 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | Platinum | GTI Autobahn |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $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 | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | $5 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip front differential | $500 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | |||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | $40 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Larger infotainment display | $0 | |||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | |||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $11,095 | $13,585 | $16,835 | $6,365 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,730 | $7,220 | $10,470 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,520 | -6,897 | -10,007 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2017 | 2021 |
| Model | Explorer | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 167.6 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.8 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 58.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,458 lb. | 2,874 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 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 | 40.6 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 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 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 53.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| BLIS Plus Inflatable Rear-Seatbelt Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 275 | 48% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sony, 500W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 20% |
| Total Not Requested | 1765 | 80% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn
| All-weather floor mats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 115 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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