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Honda Element vs. Ford Explorer 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.
Honda Element vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $24,755 Honda Element EX | ||||
| Difference: $11,760 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,082 Honda Element EX | ||||
| Difference: $10,826 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Element | Element | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | EX | SC | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $22,385 | $23,270 | $32,095 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $20,835 | $21,656 | $30,027 | $35,268 |
| Navigation system | 1,700 | 1,700 | 795 | 795 |
| Package 205A | 2,800 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,577 | 1,577 | 676 | 676 |
| Package 205A | 2,380 | |||
| Options (change) | 1,700 | 1,700 | 3,595 | 795 |
| Options (change) | 1,577 | 1,577 | 3,056 | 676 |
| Destination | 670 | 670 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $24,755 | $25,640 | $36,515 | $39,475 |
| Total Invoice | $23,082 | $23,903 | $33,908 | $36,769 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Honda Element vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Honda Element EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,500 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,017 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Element | Element | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | EX | SC | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 166hp I4 | 166hp I4 | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | A5 | M5 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 270, 7 | 270, 7 | ?, 8 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/70-16 | 225/55-18 | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $24,755 | $25,640 | $36,515 | $39,475 |
| Adjustments for Features | -850 | 0 | -7,110 | -8,675 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $23,905 | $25,640 | $29,405 | $30,800 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,735 | $0 | $1,395 |
| Total Invoice | $23,082 | $23,903 | $33,908 | $36,769 |
| Adjustments for Features | -793 | 0 | -6,602 | -8,080 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $22,289 | $23,903 | $27,306 | $28,689 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,614 | $0 | $1,383 |
Features Comparison: Honda Element vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Element | Element | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | EX | SC | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | |||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||
| Console without shifter | $150 | |||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead console storage compartments | $100 | $100 | ||
| Removable cooler console | $175 | |||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Intermittent wipers | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Skid plate (one) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $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 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Removable second row seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,095 | $1,245 | $8,355 | $9,920 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $850 | $0 | $7,110 | $8,675 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -793 | 0 | -6,602 | -8,080 |
Specifications Comparison: Honda Element vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2009 | 2012 |
| Model | Element | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 101.4 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 169.9 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 71.6 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,434 lb. | 4,558 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 43.3 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.1 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.0 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.2 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 47.6 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.1 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 25.1 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 25.1 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.6 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 4% |
| Package 205A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | 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 | 225 | 7% |
| Total Not Requested | 2800 | 93% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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