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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: $29,025 Volkswagen Passat SE | |||
| Difference: $16,085 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2021 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Passat |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | SE |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $38,200 | $43,100 | $26,995 |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,150 | 1,150 | |
| Package 301A | 2,600 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | 595 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 75 | 75 | 235 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Package 401A | 4,300 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 325 | ||
| Cargo net | 100 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 375 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,004 | 1,004 | |
| Package 301A | 2,269 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | 519 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 66 | 66 | 185 |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | 1,392 | |
| Package 401A | 3,752 | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 270 | ||
| Cargo net | 80 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,015 | 7,120 | 1,035 |
| Options (change) | 5,250 | 6,214 | 835 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 995 |
| Total Price | $45,110 | $51,115 | $29,025 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat SE | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,460 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $32,877 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2021 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Passat |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | SE |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 174hp I4 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 390, 12 | ?, 6 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $45,110 | $51,115 | $29,025 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,625 | -9,325 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,485 | $41,790 | $29,025 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,305 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2021 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Passat |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | SE |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $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 | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| App support | $0 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | ||
| Navigation system | $600 | $600 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | ||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $11,630 | $13,330 | $4,005 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $7,625 | $9,325 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -7,060 | -8,629 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2015 | 2021 |
| Model | Explorer | Passat |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 193.6 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 58.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,535 lb. | 3,326 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 301A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 2125 | 100% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | No |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 21% |
| Total Not Requested | 2500 | 79% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat SE
| 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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