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Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Traverse Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Traverse Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $34,625

Ford Taurus Limited   
Difference: $10,595

Lowest Total Invoice: $31,643

Ford Taurus Limited   
Difference: $11,122

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20082012
ModelTaurusTraverse
TrimLimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Base Price $27,620 $39,035
Base Invoice $25,388 $37,083
Limited Convenience Package 475  
Navigation system 1,995 1,890
Remote start 395  
Stability control 495  
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted 995 1,470
AWD 1,850 2,000
Limited Convenience Package 413  
Navigation system 1,736 1,663
Remote start 343  
Stability control 431  
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted 866 1,294
AWD 1,666 1,900
Options (change) 6,205 5,360
Options (change) 5,455 4,857
Destination 800 825
Total Price $34,625 $45,220
Total Invoice $31,643 $42,765

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Traverse

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,535
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,282
Model Year20082012
ModelTaurusTraverse
TrimLimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Engine263hp V6288hp V6
TransmissionA6T6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/24 MPG16/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 7?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-18255/55-20
Total Price$34,625$45,220
Adjustments for Features0-4,060
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$34,625$41,160
Total Invoice$31,643$42,765
Adjustments for Features0-3,840
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,643$38,925

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Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Traverse

Model Year20082012
ModelTaurusTraverse
TrimLimitedLTZ
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power liftgate $350
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist $50
Rearview camera $200
Side curtain airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Roof rails $250
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear HVAC unit $400
Rear wiper $175
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Deep-tinted rear windows $275
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
DVD-compatible player $0
Satellite radio $200
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Surround sound $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation $225
Traffic information $25
Voice control for external devices$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Power-folding mirrors $50
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Folding passenger seat$150 
Folding third row seats $600
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats $75
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Total Value of Features$4,165$8,225
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,060
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,840

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See a complete comparison of Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Traverse features.

Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Traverse

Model Year20082012
ModelTaurusTraverse
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.9 in118.9 in
Length200.4 in205.0 in
Width74.5 in78.4 in
Height61.5 in70.4 in
Curb Weight3,814 lb.5,066 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.22.0 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in40.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.8 in62.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in59.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in41.3 in
Row 2 Headroom38.7 in39.4 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.5 in61.3 in
Row 2 Hip Room53.7 in57.8 in
Row 2 Legroom41.3 in36.8 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in57.6 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in48.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in33.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		21.2 ft324.4 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		21.268.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		21.2116.4 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Ford Taurus vs. Chevrolet Traverse specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited

Limited Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Cargo net40No
Total Requested35068%
Total Not Requested16532%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Traverse LTZ

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Total Requested70097%
Total Not Requested253%
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted
FeatureValueRequested?
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted1000Yes
AC power outlet100No
Surround sound250No
DVD-compatible player0No
Total Requested100074%
Total Not Requested35026%

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