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.
Lowest Total Price: $43,075 Volkswagen Passat VR6 | ||
Difference: $3,910 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,153 Volkswagen Passat VR6 | ||
Difference: $3,120 | ||
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Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
Model | Explorer | Passat |
Trim | Limited | VR6 |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
Base Price | $37,855 | $39,200 |
Base Invoice | $35,268 | $36,669 |
Package 302A / 303A | 4,500 | |
Cargo cover | 135 | |
All-weather floor mats | 75 | 185 |
AWD | 2,000 | |
Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
iPod integration | 0 | |
Heated front seats | 225 | |
Adaptive cruise control | 975 | |
Navigation system | 1,800 | |
Package 302A / 303A | 3,825 | |
Cargo cover | 115 | |
All-weather floor mats | 64 | 145 |
AWD | 1,820 | |
Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
iPod integration | 0 | |
Heated front seats | 199 | |
Adaptive cruise control | 861 | |
Navigation system | 1,589 | |
Options (change) | 8,305 | 3,185 |
Options (change) | 7,180 | 2,794 |
Destination | 825 | 690 |
Total Price | $46,985 | $43,075 |
Total Invoice | $43,273 | $40,153 |
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Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,090 | ||
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,406 | ||
Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
Model | Explorer | Passat |
Trim | Limited | VR6 |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
Engine | 290hp V6 | 280hp V6 |
Transmission | T6 | T6 |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/23 MPG | 16/24 MPG |
Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 600, 10 |
Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 235/40-18 |
Total Price | $46,985 | $43,075 |
Adjustments for Features | -6,000 | 0 |
Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,985 | $43,075 |
Total Invoice | $43,273 | $40,153 |
Adjustments for Features | -5,526 | 0 |
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,747 | $40,153 |
Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
Model | Explorer | Passat |
Trim | Limited | VR6 |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
Accessories | ||
AC power outlet | $100 | |
Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
Proximity key | $250 | |
Remote start | $150 | |
Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
911 assist | $25 | |
Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |
Curve control | $50 | |
Forward collision warning | $200 | |
Full-size spare tire | $225 | |
Hill descent control | $250 | |
Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
Rearview camera | $200 | |
Rollover sensor | $50 | |
Safety key | $5 | |
Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
Terrain selector | $200 | |
Trailer sway control | $25 | |
Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
Cargo Management | ||
Cargo mat | $40 | |
Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
Climate Control | ||
Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
Rear air vents | $100 | |
Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
Exterior | ||
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
Rear spoiler | $200 | |
Sunroof | $900 | |
Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
Infotainment | ||
Aux input | $50 | |
Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
HD radio | $50 | |
iPod integration | $100 | |
Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
SD Card slot | $25 | |
SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
Surround sound | $250 | |
Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
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 | ||
Compass | $0 | |
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
Seats and Interior Trim | ||
Aluminum trim | $100 | |
Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
Transmission | ||
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
Total Value of Features | $11,480 | $5,480 |
Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,000 | $0 |
Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,526 | 0 |
Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
Model | Explorer | Passat |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 106.7 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 188.0 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 71.7 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 59.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4,731 lb. | 3,997 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 | 55.7 in |
Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.4 in |
Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 38.6 in |
Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 54.6 in |
Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 37.7 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 | 35.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 35.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 61.7 ft3 |
Package 302A / 303A | ||
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 | No |
Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
Total Requested | 2150 | 51% |
Total Not Requested | 2025 | 49% |
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% |
Navigation system | ||
Feature | Value | Requested? |
Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
Total Requested | 600 | 126% |
Total Not Requested | -125 | -26% |