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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: $5,860 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,306 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $4,272 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 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 | $33,280 | $36,280 | $31,790 | $33,925 | $35,995 |
| Base Invoice | $31,044 | $33,774 | $30,486 | $32,534 | $34,519 |
| Convenience Package | 1,995 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | ||||
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | |||
| Navigation and Moon Package | 2,845 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 1,696 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | ||||
| Remote start | 327 | 327 | |||
| Navigation and Moon Package | 2,418 | ||||
| Options (change) | 4,375 | 3,230 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 3,719 | 2,745 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 815 | 815 | 820 | 820 | 820 |
| Total Price | $38,470 | $40,325 | $32,610 | $34,745 | $36,815 |
| Total Invoice | $35,578 | $37,334 | $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: $5,330 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,782 | |||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 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) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $38,470 | $40,325 | $32,610 | $34,745 | $36,815 |
| Adjustments for Features | -530 | -1,630 | 0 | 0 | -100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,940 | $38,695 | $32,610 | $34,745 | $36,715 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $755 | $0 | $2,135 | $4,105 |
| Total Invoice | $35,578 | $37,334 | $31,306 | $33,354 | $35,339 |
| Adjustments for Features | -490 | -1,509 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,088 | $35,825 | $31,306 | $33,354 | $35,243 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $737 | $0 | $2,048 | $3,937 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 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 | ||
| 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 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| 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 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |||
| 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 | |||||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | ||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces | $450 | $450 | $450 | ||
| 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 | $5,020 | $6,120 | $4,490 | $4,490 | $4,590 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $530 | $1,630 | $0 | $0 | $100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -490 | -1,509 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2010 | 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
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| 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 |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1850 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 33% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 615 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation and Moon Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 615 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
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