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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: $24,355 Kia Sportage EX | ||||
| Difference: $8,760 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $22,600 Kia Sportage EX | ||||
| Difference: $7,464 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Sportage | Explorer | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | EX | XLT | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $21,395 | $28,225 | $30,200 | $32,515 |
| Base Invoice | $20,000 | $25,761 | $27,518 | $29,578 |
| Luxury Package | 1,300 | 1,700 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 340 | |||
| Roof rack crossbars | 200 | 60 | 60 | 60 |
| Running boards | 445 | 450 | ||
| Convenience Group | 350 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Cargo cover | 80 | 80 | 80 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | 560 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 695 | |||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | 850 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,150 | 1,445 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | 260 | |||
| Roof rack crossbars | 170 | 51 | 51 | 51 |
| Running boards | 345 | 383 | ||
| Convenience Group | 298 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,068 | 1,068 | 1,068 | |
| Cargo cover | 68 | 68 | 68 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | 476 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 591 | |||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | 723 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||
| Options (change) | 2,285 | 4,245 | 4,800 | 3,100 |
| Options (change) | 1,925 | 3,658 | 4,129 | 2,684 |
| Destination | 675 | 645 | 645 | 645 |
| Total Price | $24,355 | $33,115 | $35,645 | $36,260 |
| Total Invoice | $22,600 | $30,064 | $32,292 | $32,907 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Kia Sportage vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Kia Sportage EX | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,985 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,673 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| 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) | 17/23 MPG | 15/21 MPG | 15/21 MPG | 15/21 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 200, 7 | 80, 4 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/60-16 | 235/70-16 | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 |
| Total Price | $24,355 | $33,115 | $35,645 | $36,260 |
| Adjustments for Features | -225 | 0 | -1,425 | -1,425 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $24,130 | $33,115 | $34,220 | $34,835 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,105 | $1,720 |
| Total Invoice | $22,600 | $30,064 | $32,292 | $32,907 |
| Adjustments for Features | -209 | 0 | -1,291 | -1,293 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $22,391 | $30,064 | $31,001 | $31,614 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $937 | $1,550 |
Features Comparison: Kia Sportage vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 |
| 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 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Cassette player | $50 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $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 | |||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Heated front seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Manual tilt adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $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 | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,025 | $2,800 | $4,225 | $4,225 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $225 | $0 | $1,425 | $1,425 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -209 | 0 | -1,291 | -1,293 |
Specifications Comparison: Kia Sportage vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| 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
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 18% |
| Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 100 | Yes |
| Keyless entry keypad | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 17% |
| 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
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | No |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 425 | 25% |
| Total Not Requested | 1300 | 75% |
| 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
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| 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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