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Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,610 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $3,690 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,306 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $1,495 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 1.8T SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,200 | $32,515 | $31,790 | $33,925 | $35,995 |
| Base Invoice | $27,518 | $29,578 | $30,486 | $32,534 | $34,519 |
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | ||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | |||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | ||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | |||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | |||
| Options (change) | 5,455 | 3,755 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 4,638 | 3,193 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 820 | 820 | 820 |
| Total Price | $36,300 | $36,915 | $32,610 | $34,745 | $36,815 |
| Total Invoice | $32,801 | $33,416 | $31,306 | $33,354 | $35,339 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,770 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,532 | |||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 1.8T SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 170hp I4 | 150hp I4 D | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T6 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 290, 7 | 290, 7 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $36,300 | $36,915 | $32,610 | $34,745 | $36,815 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -1,080 | -1,080 | -1,180 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,300 | $36,915 | $31,530 | $33,665 | $35,635 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $0 | $2,135 | $4,105 |
| Total Invoice | $32,801 | $33,416 | $31,306 | $33,354 | $35,339 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -1,037 | -1,037 | -1,133 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $32,801 | $33,416 | $30,269 | $32,317 | $34,206 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $0 | $2,048 | $3,937 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 1.8T SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces | $450 | $450 | $450 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $3,200 | $3,200 | $4,280 | $4,280 | $4,380 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $1,080 | $1,080 | $1,180 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -1,037 | -1,037 | -1,133 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2006 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Passat |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,173 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 39.1 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 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 20% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
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