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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: $32,290 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||
| Difference: $11,970 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,924 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||
| Difference: $9,868 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | Limited | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $37,535 | $30,995 | $33,995 |
| Base Invoice | $34,952 | $29,724 | $32,601 |
| Package 302A | 4,305 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | ||
| Cargo net | 100 | 100 | |
| Rear spoiler | 375 | 375 | |
| Package 302A | 3,659 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | ||
| Cargo net | 80 | 80 | |
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | |
| Options (change) | 5,900 | 475 | 475 |
| Options (change) | 5,015 | 380 | 380 |
| Destination | 825 | 820 | 820 |
| Total Price | $44,260 | $32,290 | $35,290 |
| Total Invoice | $40,792 | $30,924 | $33,801 |
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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: $9,230 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,343 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | Limited | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 170hp I4 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $44,260 | $32,290 | $35,290 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,740 | 0 | -100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,520 | $32,290 | $35,190 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,900 |
| Total Invoice | $40,792 | $30,924 | $33,801 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,525 | 0 | -96 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,267 | $30,924 | $33,705 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,781 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Explorer | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | Limited | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | $0 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $8,155 | $5,415 | $5,515 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,740 | $0 | $100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,525 | 0 | -96 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| 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. | 3,231 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 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2375 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 40% |
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