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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: $33,460 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | ||||
| Difference: $7,290 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,986 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | ||||
| Difference: $5,823 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | Limited | 1.8T SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $37,535 | $31,790 | $33,925 | $35,995 |
| Base Invoice | $34,952 | $30,486 | $32,534 | $34,519 |
| Navigation system | 795 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |||
| Cargo net | 100 | 100 | 100 | |
| Rear spoiler | 375 | 375 | 375 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 375 | 375 | 375 | |
| Navigation system | 676 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |||
| Cargo net | 80 | 80 | 80 | |
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | 300 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | 300 | 300 | 300 | |
| Options (change) | 2,390 | 850 | 850 | 850 |
| Options (change) | 2,032 | 680 | 680 | 680 |
| Destination | 825 | 820 | 820 | 820 |
| Total Price | $40,750 | $33,460 | $35,595 | $37,665 |
| Total Invoice | $37,809 | $31,986 | $34,034 | $36,019 |
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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: $4,865 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,573 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | Limited | 1.8T SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 170hp I4 | 150hp I4 D | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $40,750 | $33,460 | $35,595 | $37,665 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,425 | 0 | 0 | -100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,325 | $33,460 | $35,595 | $37,565 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,135 | $4,105 |
| Total Invoice | $37,809 | $31,986 | $34,034 | $36,019 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,250 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,559 | $31,986 | $34,034 | $35,923 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,048 | $3,937 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | Limited | 1.8T SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Curve control | $50 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| USB port | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in seating surfaces | $450 | $450 | $450 | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $6,830 | $4,405 | $4,405 | $4,505 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,425 | $0 | $0 | $100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,250 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2011 | 2015 |
| Model | Explorer | Passat |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,579 lb. | 3,173 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
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