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Kia Sorento 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.
Kia Sorento vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $28,905 Kia Sorento EX | ||||
| Difference: $3,845 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,703 Kia Sorento EX | ||||
| Difference: $3,515 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Sorento | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | EX | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $24,995 | $28,470 | $31,615 | $35,550 |
| Base Invoice | $23,270 | $26,458 | $29,319 | $32,901 |
| Luxury Package | 1,600 | |||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 595 | |||
| Remote start | 360 | 385 | 385 | 385 |
| Class III trailer hitch | 340 | |||
| Tubular side steps | 345 | |||
| Appearance Package | 695 | |||
| Convenience Package | 595 | |||
| Sun and SYNC Package | 795 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 995 | |||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,430 | |||
| Antilock brakes (ABS) | 531 | |||
| Remote start | 275 | 327 | 327 | 327 |
| Class III trailer hitch | 262 | |||
| Tubular side steps | 265 | |||
| Appearance Package | 591 | |||
| Convenience Package | 506 | |||
| Sun and SYNC Package | 675 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 846 | |||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||
| Options (change) | 3,240 | 3,465 | 1,235 | 1,235 |
| Options (change) | 2,763 | 2,945 | 1,050 | 1,050 |
| Destination | 670 | 815 | 815 | 815 |
| Total Price | $28,905 | $32,750 | $33,665 | $37,600 |
| Total Invoice | $26,703 | $30,218 | $31,184 | $34,766 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Sorento vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Sorento EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,325 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,035 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Sorento | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | EX | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 192hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 280, 10 | 80, 4 | 80, 4 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/70-16 | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $28,905 | $32,750 | $33,665 | $37,600 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -520 | -345 | -3,370 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $28,905 | $32,230 | $33,320 | $34,230 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,090 | $2,000 |
| Total Invoice | $26,703 | $30,218 | $31,184 | $34,766 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -480 | -320 | -3,116 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $26,703 | $29,738 | $30,864 | $31,650 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,126 | $1,912 |
Features Comparison: Kia Sorento vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Sorento | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | EX | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 |
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Stability control | $400 | $400 | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Traction control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Skid plates | $150 | |||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |||
| Tow hook(s), rear | $25 | |||
| Tubular side steps | $350 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Altimeter | $25 | |||
| Barometer | $25 | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,430 | $3,950 | $3,775 | $6,800 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $520 | $345 | $3,370 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -480 | -320 | -3,116 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Sorento vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 |
| Model | Sorento | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 179.8 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 73.3 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,113 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.7 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.3 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.6 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.5 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.4 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 58.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.1 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 31.4 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 31.4 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.4 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Sorento EX
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 100 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Appearance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Machined alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| 245/65R17 tires | 400 | No |
| Running boards | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 53% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Keyless entry keypad | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 275 | 39% |
| Total Not Requested | 425 | 61% |
| Sun and SYNC Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | No |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 8% |
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