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Kia Sportage 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 Sportage vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $24,155 Kia Sportage EX | ||||
| Difference: $9,520 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,405 Kia Sportage EX | ||||
| Difference: $8,678 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Sportage | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | EX | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $21,395 | $28,470 | $31,615 | $35,550 |
| Base Invoice | $20,000 | $26,458 | $29,319 | $32,901 |
| Luxury Package | 1,300 | |||
| Roof rack crossbars | 185 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | 340 | |||
| Running boards | 340 | |||
| Appearance Package | 695 | |||
| Convenience Package | 595 | |||
| Sun and SYNC Package | 795 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 995 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,150 | |||
| Roof rack crossbars | 140 | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | 260 | |||
| Running boards | 260 | |||
| Appearance Package | 591 | |||
| Convenience Package | 506 | |||
| Sun and SYNC Package | 675 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 846 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,165 | 4,390 | 2,160 | 2,160 |
| Options (change) | 1,810 | 3,810 | 1,915 | 1,915 |
| Destination | 595 | 815 | 815 | 815 |
| Total Price | $24,155 | $33,675 | $34,590 | $38,525 |
| Total Invoice | $22,405 | $31,083 | $32,049 | $35,631 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Sportage vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Sportage EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,045 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,240 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Sportage | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | EX | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 173hp V6 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T4 | A6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/25 MPG | 13/20 MPG | 13/20 MPG | 13/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 200, 7 | 80, 4 | 80, 4 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/60-16 | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $24,155 | $33,675 | $34,590 | $38,525 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -475 | -300 | -3,325 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $24,155 | $33,200 | $34,290 | $35,200 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,090 | $2,000 |
| Total Invoice | $22,405 | $31,083 | $32,049 | $35,631 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -438 | -278 | -3,075 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $22,405 | $30,645 | $31,771 | $32,556 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,126 | $1,911 |
Features Comparison: Kia Sportage vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Sportage | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | EX | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| RWD | $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 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |||
| Skid plates | $150 | |||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |||
| Tow hook(s), rear | $25 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Audio controls on steering wheel | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Cassette player | $50 | |||
| 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 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Outside temperature display | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt 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 | $2,900 | $3,375 | $3,200 | $6,225 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $475 | $300 | $3,325 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -438 | -278 | -3,075 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Sportage vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 |
| Model | Sportage | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 171.3 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 70.9 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 66.7 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,351 lb. | 4,531 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.7 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.7 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.1 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.4 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.3 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 54.6 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.2 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 | 23.6 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 23.6 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.6 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Kia Sportage EX
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Body color fascias / fenders (optional) | 0 | No |
| Unbranded, 200W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1675 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 17% |
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 | No |
| 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 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 85% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 15% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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