Jeep Compass Jeep Compass 2009 Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2015

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

Join Us

Jeep Compass 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.

Jeep Compass vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $27,225

Jeep Compass Limited   
Difference: $16,955

Lowest Total Invoice: $25,434

Jeep Compass Limited   
Difference: $15,522

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092015
ModelCompassExplorer
TrimLimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $22,825 $38,200
Base Invoice $21,374 $35,622
Security and Cargo Convenience Group 695  
uconnect gps 925  
Sun and Sound Group 1,295  
Ashtray and lighter (optional) 30 90
Chrome-clad alloy wheels 825  
Rear bumper protector   75
Cargo cover   130
Polished alloy wheels   595
Package 301A   2,600
Panoramic sunroof   1,595
Security and Cargo Convenience Group 632  
uconnect gps 842  
Sun and Sound Group 1,178  
Ashtray and lighter (optional) 27 79
Chrome-clad alloy wheels 751  
Rear bumper protector   66
Cargo cover   114
Polished alloy wheels   519
Package 301A   2,269
Panoramic sunroof   1,392
Options (change) 3,770 5,085
Options (change) 3,430 4,439
Destination 630 895
Total Price $27,225 $44,180
Total Invoice $25,434 $40,956

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 Jeep Compass dealer quotes or Ford Explorer 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: Jeep Compass vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Jeep Compass Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,860
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,018
Model Year20092015
ModelCompassExplorer
TrimLimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine172hp I4290hp V6
TransmissionM5T6
DrivetrainFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)458, 9390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/55-18255/50-20
Total Price$27,225$44,180
Adjustments for Features0-8,095
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$27,225$36,085
Total Invoice$25,434$40,956
Adjustments for Features0-7,504
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$25,434$33,452

Return to top

Features Comparison: Jeep Compass vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20092015
ModelCompassExplorer
TrimLimitedLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manual$0 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
FWD$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel $100
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power liftgate $350
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Proximity key $250
Remote start $150
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Curve control $50
Knee airbag, passenger $75
Obstacle detection, rear $250
Rearview camera $200
Safety key $5
Side curtain airbags$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows $500
Trailer sway control $25
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Cargo net $40
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Dual-zone climate control $125
Interior air filter $0
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Rear HVAC unit $400
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) $25
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Sunroof$900 
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
Articulating liftgate speakers$50 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
DVD-compatible player$0 
HD radio $50
Media drive$15 
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25
Satellite radio $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250 
SD Card slot $25
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Surround sound $250
Traffic + travel information $25
Traffic information$25 
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice recorder$0 
Wi-Fi hotspot capability $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Compass$0 
Heated mirrors $25
Illuminated visor mirror, driver $50
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger $50
Interior ambient lighting $150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250
Power-folding mirrors $50
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Visor mirror, driver$10 
Visor mirror, passenger$10 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Door sill trim plates $100
Folding passenger seat$150 
Heated second row seats $200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat $100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, driver seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power recliner, driver seat $100
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power-stowing third row seats $1000
Tailgating position, third row seats $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels$600 
Polished alloy wheels $350
Touring suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$2,650$10,745
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$8,095
Value of Feature Adjustments0-7,504

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Jeep Compass vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20092015
ModelCompassExplorer
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.7 in112.6 in
Length173.4 in197.1 in
Width69.3 in78.9 in
Height64.2 in70.4 in
Curb Weight3,090 lb.4,535 lb.
Fuel Capacity13.6 gal.18.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.9 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room54.6 in61.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room52.2 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom39.9 in40.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.0 in61.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room51.0 in56.7 in
Row 2 Legroom39.3 in39.8 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.8 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.7 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in33.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.9 ft321.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
21.943.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
52.5 ft380.7 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Jeep Compass Limited

Security and Cargo Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Front side airbags350Yes
Cargo cover75Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Alarm100No
Daytime running lights (optional)0No
iPod integration100Yes
Total Requested62586%
Total Not Requested10014%
uconnect gps
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Voice recorder0No
CD player125Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Media drive, large15No
USB port25Yes
Total Requested97598%
Total Not Requested152%
Sun and Sound Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Articulating liftgate speakers50No
Boston Acoustics, 458W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested90069%
Total Not Requested40031%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Package 301A
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated steering wheel100No
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Navigation system600Yes
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100No
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power liftgate350No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Total Requested67532%
Total Not Requested145068%

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 Jeep models.