Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan Limited Volkswagen Tiguan Limited 2017
MENU
1 0 3 4 3 4

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Tiguan Limited 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.

Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Tiguan Limited Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,415

Volkswagen Tiguan Limited 2.0T   
Difference: $7,760

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,067

Volkswagen Tiguan Limited 2.0T   
Difference: $6,826

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201220122017
ModelExplorerExplorerTiguan Limited
TrimXLTLimited2.0T
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $32,095 $37,855 $21,995
Base Invoice $30,027 $35,268 $21,115
Roof rack crossbars 120 120 365
Cargo cover 135 135  
AWD 2,000 2,000 1,975
Premium Package     1,295
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     325
235/55HR17     495
Cargo net     100
Roof rack crossbars 106 106 300
Cargo cover 115 115  
AWD 1,820 1,820 1,897
Premium Package     1,114
Auto-dimming rearview mirror     270
235/55HR17     426
Cargo net     80
Options (change) 2,255 2,255 4,555
Options (change) 2,041 2,041 4,087
Destination 825 825 865
Total Price $35,175 $40,935 $27,415
Total Invoice $32,893 $38,134 $26,067

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Ford Explorer dealer quotes or Volkswagen Tiguan Limited dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Tiguan Limited

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Tiguan Limited 2.0T
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,120
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,292
Model Year201220122017
ModelExplorerExplorerTiguan Limited
TrimXLTLimited2.0T
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine290hp V6290hp V6200hp I4
TransmissionT6T6T6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/23 MPG17/23 MPG20/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6390, 12?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/60-18255/50-20235/55-17
Total Price$35,175$40,935$27,415
Adjustments for Features-1,640-5,8550
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,535$35,080$27,415
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,545$0
Total Invoice$32,893$38,134$26,067
Adjustments for Features-1,534-5,4540
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,359$32,680$26,067
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,321$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Tiguan Limited

Model Year201220122017
ModelExplorerExplorerTiguan Limited
TrimXLTLimited2.0T
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100
AWD$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100 
Keyless entry keypad$50$50 
Power-adjustable pedals $125 
Proximity key $250$250
Remote start $150 
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25$25 
Curve control$50$50 
Hill descent control$250$250 
Obstacle detection, rear$250$250 
Rearview camera $200$200
Safety key$5$5 
Side curtain airbags  $350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500$500 
Terrain selector$200$200 
Vehicle health reports$0$0 
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50
Cargo net $40$40
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25 
Trailering equipment (4 wire)  $125
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200 
Dual-zone climate control $125 
Rear air vents  $100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150$150 
Rear HVAC unit$400$400 
Exterior 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275 
Infotainment 
Android Auto support  $100
App support  $0
Apple CarPlay support  $100
HD radio $50$50
Mirrorlink support  $0
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25 
SD Card slot $25$25
Surround sound $250 
Traffic + travel information $25 
Voice control for external devices$0$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot capability $0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror $150$150
Automatic headlights$125$125 
Compass  $0
Fog lights$125$125 
Interior ambient lighting $150 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250 
Power-folding mirrors $50 
Spotter mirror(s)$50$50 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50$50
Door sill trim plates $100 
Floor mats$75$75 
Heated front seats $200 
Leather seating surfaces $900 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats  $75
Manual height adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 $50
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50 
Memory system, driver seat $200 
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100 
Power recliner, driver seat $100 
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100 
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100 
Stowable third row seats$600$600 
Total Value of Features$6,305$10,520$4,665
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,640$5,855$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,534-5,4540

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Tiguan Limited features.

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Tiguan Limited

Model Year20122017
ModelExplorerTiguan Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.6 in102.5 in
Length197.1 in174.5 in
Width78.9 in71.2 in
Height70.4 in67.1 in
Curb Weight4,731 lb.3,646 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.16.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in39.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in56.2 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in40.1 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in39.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in55.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in35.8 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.0 ft323.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		43.8 ft323.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		80.7 ft356.1 ft3

Return to top

See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer vs. Volkswagen Tiguan Limited specs.

Option Package Details
Volkswagen Tiguan Limited 2.0T

Auto-dimming rearview mirror
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Compass0No
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
235/55HR17 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
235/55HR17 tires400No
Alloy wheels350Yes
Total Requested35047%
Total Not Requested40053%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Cruise control150Yes
Roof rails250Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Cargo cover75Yes
Proximity key250Yes
USB port-75Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
HD radio50Yes
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Voice control for audio system25Yes
App support0No
Apple CarPlay support100No
Android Auto support100No
Mirrorlink support0No
Total Requested122586%
Total Not Requested20014%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.
See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Ford models.