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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: $31,925 Volkswagen Passat SE R-Line | |||
| Difference: $4,460 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2019 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Passat |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | SE R-Line |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $32,095 | $37,855 | $29,995 |
| Package 201A | 1,800 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | 595 | 595 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 235 |
| 2.0L I4 | 995 | 995 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 325 | ||
| Cargo net | 100 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 375 | ||
| Package 201A | 1,530 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | 506 | 506 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | 64 | 185 |
| 2.0L I4 | 906 | 906 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 270 | ||
| Cargo net | 80 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,465 | 1,665 | 1,035 |
| Options (change) | 3,006 | 1,476 | 835 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 895 |
| Total Price | $36,385 | $40,345 | $31,925 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat SE R-Line | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,210 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $30,965 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2019 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Passat |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | SE R-Line |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 240hp I4 | 174hp I4 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/28 MPG | 20/28 MPG | 25/36 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 8 | 390, 12 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 | 235/40-19 |
| Total Price | $36,385 | $40,345 | $31,925 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,250 | -4,465 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $35,135 | $35,880 | $31,925 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $745 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2019 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Passat |
| Trim | XLT | Limited | SE R-Line |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Body kit | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $5,180 | $8,395 | $3,930 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,250 | $4,465 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,163 | -4,158 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2012 | 2019 |
| 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 | 4,503 lb. | 3,274 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 XLT
| Package 201A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 51% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 49% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat SE R-Line
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
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