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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: $36,210 Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium | ||
| Difference: $13,310 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,645 Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium | ||
| Difference: $11,178 | ||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Passat |
| Trim | Sport | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $41,675 | $34,650 |
| Base Invoice | $38,862 | $33,230 |
| Package 401A | 4,130 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,150 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 235 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Rear spoiler | 375 | |
| Cargo net | 100 | |
| Package 401A | 3,604 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,004 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 66 | 185 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | |
| Rear spoiler | 300 | |
| Cargo net | 80 | |
| Options (change) | 6,950 | 710 |
| Options (change) | 6,066 | 565 |
| Destination | 895 | 850 |
| Total Price | $49,520 | $36,210 |
| Total Invoice | $45,823 | $34,645 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,910 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,032 | ||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Passat |
| Trim | Sport | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 19/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $49,520 | $36,210 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,400 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,120 | $36,210 |
| Total Invoice | $45,823 | $34,645 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,146 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $42,677 | $34,645 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Passat |
| Trim | Sport | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $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 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $10,205 | $6,805 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,400 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,146 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2014 | 2018 |
| 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 | 4,921 lb. | 3,571 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 Sport
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1925 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 1275 | 40% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium
| 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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