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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: $41,810 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $290 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,327 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $965 | |||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Passat |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | VR6 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $31,615 | $35,550 | $39,200 |
| Base Invoice | $29,319 | $32,901 | $36,669 |
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | 1,800 |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 185 |
| AWD | 2,320 | 2,320 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | 630 | |
| iPod integration | 0 | ||
| Heated front seats | 225 | ||
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | 1,589 |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 64 | 145 |
| AWD | 2,112 | 2,112 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | 536 | |
| iPod integration | 0 | ||
| Heated front seats | 199 | ||
| Options (change) | 9,380 | 7,180 | 2,210 |
| Options (change) | 8,193 | 6,323 | 1,933 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 690 |
| Total Price | $41,810 | $43,545 | $42,100 |
| Total Invoice | $38,327 | $40,039 | $39,292 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Volkswagen Passat VR6 | |||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $375 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $344 | |||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Passat |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | VR6 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/19 MPG | 13/19 MPG | 16/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 600, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $41,810 | $43,545 | $42,100 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,500 | -665 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,810 | $42,045 | $41,435 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $235 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $38,327 | $40,039 | $39,292 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,379 | -621 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,327 | $38,660 | $38,671 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $333 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Passat |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | VR6 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| 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 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,730 | $7,230 | $6,395 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,500 | $665 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,379 | -621 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | Passat |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 106.7 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 188.0 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 59.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,706 lb. | 3,997 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 | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 38.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 37.7 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 | 35.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 35.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 61.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 9% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 465 | 44% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 16% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat VR6
| 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% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 126% |
| Total Not Requested | -125 | -26% |
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