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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: $30,665 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $6,500 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,440 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $4,719 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $31,615 | $35,550 | $29,895 | $32,195 | $32,950 |
| Base Invoice | $29,319 | $32,901 | $28,670 | $30,876 | $31,600 |
| Convenience Package | 995 | ||||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | |||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |||
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | |||
| Convenience Package | 846 | ||||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | |||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |||
| Remote start | 327 | 327 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,735 | 3,230 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 4,025 | 2,746 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 770 | 770 | 770 |
| Total Price | $37,165 | $39,595 | $30,665 | $32,965 | $33,720 |
| Total Invoice | $34,159 | $36,462 | $29,440 | $31,646 | $32,370 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,350 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,662 | |||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 2.5L 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 I5 | 140hp 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) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 215/55-17 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $37,165 | $39,595 | $30,665 | $32,965 | $33,720 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,150 | -2,900 | 0 | 0 | -100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,015 | $36,695 | $30,665 | $32,965 | $33,620 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $680 | $0 | $2,300 | $2,955 |
| Total Invoice | $34,159 | $36,462 | $29,440 | $31,646 | $32,370 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,057 | -2,671 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,102 | $33,791 | $29,440 | $31,646 | $32,274 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $689 | $0 | $2,206 | $2,834 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 2.5L 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 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $4,240 | $5,990 | $3,090 | $3,090 | $3,190 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,150 | $2,900 | $0 | $0 | $100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,057 | -2,671 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| 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. | 3,167 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
| 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 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 28% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 690 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 35% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 690 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
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