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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: $32,715 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | ||
| Difference: $1,755 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,188 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | ||
| Difference: $1,968 | ||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Passat |
| Trim | XLT | 3.6 VR6 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $29,280 | $29,950 |
| Base Invoice | $27,404 | $27,513 |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | |
| SYNC and Sirius Package | 670 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 185 |
| AWD | 2,320 | 1,950 |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | |
| SYNC and Sirius Package | 569 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 145 |
| AWD | 2,112 | 1,900 |
| Options (change) | 4,375 | 2,135 |
| Options (change) | 3,937 | 2,045 |
| Destination | 815 | 630 |
| Total Price | $34,470 | $32,715 |
| Total Invoice | $32,156 | $30,188 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,090 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,348 | ||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Passat |
| Trim | XLT | 3.6 VR6 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | A6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 13/19 MPG | 18/27 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 4 | 80, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/70-16 | 235/45-17 |
| Total Price | $34,470 | $32,715 |
| Adjustments for Features | -665 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,805 | $32,715 |
| Total Invoice | $32,156 | $30,188 |
| Adjustments for Features | -620 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,536 | $30,188 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2010 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Passat |
| Trim | XLT | 3.6 VR6 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rack | $300 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | |
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Folding second row seats | $300 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,755 | $5,090 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $665 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -620 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2010 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | Passat |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 106.7 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 188.2 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 71.7 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 58.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,706 lb. | 3,829 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.4 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 | 37.8 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 | 14.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| SYNC and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 67% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat 3.6 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% |
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-person bench | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 35% |
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