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Lincoln MKX vs. Ford Explorer Feature Comparison

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Features Comparison: Lincoln MKX vs. Ford Explorer

  

Model Year 2015 2008 2008 2008
Model MKX Explorer Explorer Explorer
Trim Base XLT Eddie Bauer Limited
Engines  
3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
305 hp@6500
280 lb-ft@4000
 3.7L V6<br>DOHC-4v<br>305 hp@6500 <br>280 lb-ft@4000 is a standard feature.      
4.0L V6
OHC-2v
210 hp@5100
254 lb-ft@3700
   4.0L V6<br>OHC-2v<br>210 hp@5100 <br>254 lb-ft@3700 is a standard feature.  4.0L V6<br>OHC-2v<br>210 hp@5100 <br>254 lb-ft@3700 is a standard feature.  4.0L V6<br>OHC-2v<br>210 hp@5100 <br>254 lb-ft@3700 is a standard feature.
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
   4.6L V8<br>OHC-3v<br>292 hp@5750 <br>300 lb-ft@3950 is an optional feature.  4.6L V8<br>OHC-3v<br>292 hp@5750 <br>300 lb-ft@3950 is an optional feature.  4.6L V8<br>OHC-3v<br>292 hp@5750 <br>300 lb-ft@3950 is an optional feature.
Transmissions  
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is a standard feature.      
5-speed automatic   5-speed automatic is a standard feature. 5-speed automatic is a standard feature. 5-speed automatic is a standard feature.
6-speed automatic   6-speed automatic is an optional feature. 6-speed automatic is an optional feature. 6-speed automatic is an optional feature.
Drivetrains  
FWD FWD is a standard feature.      
AWD AWD is an optional feature.   AWD is an optional feature. AWD is an optional feature.
RWD   RWD is a standard feature. RWD is a standard feature. RWD is a standard feature.
4WD w/low range   4WD w/low range is an optional feature. 4WD w/low range is an optional feature. 4WD w/low range is an optional feature.
Final Drive Ratios  
3.73 axle ratio   3.73 axle ratio is an optional feature. 3.73 axle ratio is an optional feature. 3.73 axle ratio is an optional feature.
Tires  
245/60HR18 tires 245/60HR18 tires is a standard feature.      
265/40HR22 tires 265/40HR22 tires is an optional feature.      
245/50HR20 tires 245/50HR20 tires is an optional feature.      
235/70R16 tires   235/70R16 tires is a standard feature. 235/70R16 tires is a standard feature.  
245/65R17 tires   245/65R17 tires is an optional feature. 245/65R17 tires is a standard feature. 245/65R17 tires is a standard feature.
235/60R18 tires   235/60R18 tires is an optional feature.    
255/50R20 tires     255/50R20 tires is an optional feature. 255/50R20 tires is an optional feature.
235/65R18 tires     235/65R18 tires is an optional feature. 235/65R18 tires is a standard feature.
Audio Systems  
Unbranded, 6 speakers Unbranded, 6 speakers is a standard feature.      
THX-certified, 650W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) THX-certified, 650W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.      
Unbranded, 80W, 4 speakers   Unbranded, 80W, 4 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 80W, 4 speakers is a standard feature.  
Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)   Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.
Accessories  
Adaptive cruise controlAutomatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Minimum speed around 30 mph. Replaces regular cruise control, and includes its value.   Adaptive cruise control is an optional feature.      
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Minimum speed around 30 mph. Replaces regular cruise control, and includes its value.
Cruise control   Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is a standard feature.
Heated steering wheel Heated steering wheel is an optional feature.      
Keyless entry keypadUnlock the car by entering a code on a door-mounted keypad.   Keyless entry keypad is a standard feature. Keyless entry keypad is an optional feature. Keyless entry keypad is a standard feature. Keyless entry keypad is a standard feature.
Unlock the car by entering a code on a door-mounted keypad.
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.   Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power liftgateLiftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.   Power liftgate is a standard feature.      
Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.
Power locks Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature.
Power rear side windows Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature.
Power-adjustable pedalsPedals adjust fore-and-aft to provide the optimal relationship with the steering wheel.     Power-adjustable pedals is an optional feature. Power-adjustable pedals is an optional feature. Power-adjustable pedals is a standard feature.
Pedals adjust fore-and-aft to provide the optimal relationship with the steering wheel.
Proximity keyEnter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.   Proximity key is a standard feature.      
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Remote startStart the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.   Remote start is a standard feature. Remote start is an optional feature. Remote start is an optional feature. Remote start is an optional feature.
Start the car using a button on the keyfob. Interior can be a comfortable temperature as soon as you get in.
Tilt steering wheel, manual   Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual        
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is an optional feature.      
Universal garage door openerHomelink.   Universal garage door opener is a standard feature.   Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature.
Homelink.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.   4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature.
Rear disc brakes.
911 assistAutomatically contacts 911 through a linked cell phone in the event of a severe collision.   911 assist is a standard feature.      
Automatically contacts 911 through a linked cell phone in the event of a severe collision.
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seatsIf active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.   Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature.      
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   Alarm is a standard feature.      
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.   Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Blind spot warning systemMirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot.   Blind spot warning system is an optional feature.      
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot.
Cross-traffic warning, rearWarns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces.   Cross-traffic warning, rear is an optional feature.      
Warns of traffic coming from either direction when vehicle is in reverse, to prevent accidents when backing out of parking spaces.
Forward collision warningAlerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly.   Forward collision warning is an optional feature.      
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.   Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Full-size spare tire   Full-size spare tire is a standard feature. Full-size spare tire is a standard feature. Full-size spare tire is a standard feature.
Hill start assistApplies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.   Hill start assist is a standard feature.      
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.
Obstacle detection, rearBeeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.   Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature.
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Post-crash alert systemSounds horn and flashes hazad lights if airbags or seat belt pretensioners have been activated.   Post-crash alert system is a standard feature.      
Sounds horn and flashes hazad lights if airbags or seat belt pretensioners have been activated.
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation systemPrepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat   Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system is an optional feature.      
Prepares brakes (and sometimes also seat belts) for use when radar detects an imminent collision. Might also move seats and close windows. Early Lexus system used laser. Since automatic braking became common it has been unclear which models have this feat
Rearview cameraRearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.   Rearview camera is an optional feature.      
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.
Rollover sensorDeploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.   Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature.
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.
Safety keyIndividual keys can be coded to enforce specific driving restrictions, such as maximum speed and audio volume.   Safety key is a standard feature.      
Individual keys can be coded to enforce specific driving restrictions, such as maximum speed and audio volume.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.   Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).   Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature.
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Temporary spare tire Temporary spare tire is a standard feature.      
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.   Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.   Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Trailer sway controlAutomatically applies a front brake to counteract sway induced by a trailer.   Trailer sway control is an optional feature.      
Automatically applies a front brake to counteract sway induced by a trailer.
Vehicle health reportsPeriodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check.   Vehicle health reports is a standard feature.      
Periodically uploads and emails a vehicle diagnostic check.
Cargo Management  
Cargo cover   Cargo cover is an optional feature. Cargo cover is an optional feature. Cargo cover is an optional feature.
Cargo net Cargo net is a standard feature.      
Cargo tray Cargo tray is an optional feature.      
Class II trailer hitchHitch rated for up to 3,500 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower.   Class II trailer hitch is an optional feature.      
Hitch rated for up to 3,500 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower.
Class III trailer hitchHitch rated for up to 5,000 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower.     Class III trailer hitch is an optional feature. Class III trailer hitch is an optional feature. Class III trailer hitch is an optional feature.
Hitch rated for up to 5,000 pounds. Capacity of the vehicle could be lower.
Console with shifter Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature.
Liftglass or two-piece tailgateDo not have to open entire tailgate to access the cargo area.     Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is a standard feature. Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is a standard feature. Liftglass or two-piece tailgate is a standard feature.
Do not have to open entire tailgate to access the cargo area.
Overhead sunglass holderUsually part of an overhead console.   Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature. Overhead sunglass holder is a standard feature.
Usually part of an overhead console.
Roof rackIncludes side rails and crossbars.   Roof rack is an optional feature.      
Includes side rails and crossbars.
Roof rack crossbarsRequires roof rails. Together constitute a roof rack.     Roof rack crossbars is an optional feature. Roof rack crossbars is an optional feature. Roof rack crossbars is an optional feature.
Requires roof rails. Together constitute a roof rack.
Roof railsNo crossbars.     Roof rails is a standard feature. Roof rails is a standard feature. Roof rails is a standard feature.
No crossbars.
Second-row high consoleSecond-row center console that rises to armrest height, and usually includes storage.          Second-row high console is an optional feature.
Second-row center console that rises to armrest height, and usually includes storage.
Storage beneath cargo floorLarge storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.   Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature.
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.
Trailering equipment (4 wire)Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers.   Trailering equipment (4 wire) is an optional feature.      
Includes four-wire harness, limited to relatively small trailers.
Trailering equipment (7 wire)Includes seven-wire harness, necessary for larger trailers.     Trailering equipment (7 wire) is an optional feature. Trailering equipment (7 wire) is an optional feature. Trailering equipment (7 wire) is an optional feature.
Includes seven-wire harness, necessary for larger trailers.
Climate Control  
Air conditioning Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature.
Automatic climate control, frontMaintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature.   Automatic climate control, front is an optional feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature.
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Dual-zone climate controlTemperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature.   Dual-zone climate control is an optional feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature.
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Electrically heated windshieldLayer within windshield creates heat, quickly melting ice on the windshield.     Electrically heated windshield is an optional feature. Electrically heated windshield is an optional feature. Electrically heated windshield is an optional feature.
Layer within windshield creates heat, quickly melting ice on the windshield.
Interior air filterFilters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.   Interior air filter is a standard feature.      
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Rain-sensing wipersWipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.   Rain-sensing wipers is an optional feature.      
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.
Rear air ventsVents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.   Rear air vents is a standard feature. Rear air vents is a standard feature. Rear air vents is a standard feature. Rear air vents is a standard feature.
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.
Rear air vents with manual controlsFan speed and/or temperature can be manually set for vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Includes value of rear vents.     Rear air vents with manual controls is an optional feature. Rear air vents with manual controls is an optional feature. Rear air vents with manual controls is an optional feature.
Fan speed and/or temperature can be manually set for vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Includes value of rear vents.
Rear defrost Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature.
Rear heat ductsDucts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.   Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature.
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Rear HVAC unitA second evaporator provides cool air to rear vents. Does not include the value of these vents. Includes rear heater.     Rear HVAC unit is an optional feature. Rear HVAC unit is an optional feature. Rear HVAC unit is an optional feature.
A second evaporator provides cool air to rear vents. Does not include the value of these vents. Includes rear heater.
Rear wiper Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature.
Speed-sensitive wipersOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.     Speed-sensitive wipers is a standard feature. Speed-sensitive wipers is a standard feature. Speed-sensitive wipers is a standard feature.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Variable intermittent wipersTime between wipes can be precisely adjusted.     Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature. Variable intermittent wipers is a standard feature.
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Exterior  
Bodyside claddingProtective cladding extending partly onto the doors.     Bodyside cladding is an optional feature.    
Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors.
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors.   Bodyside cladding (gray/black) is a standard feature.      
Protective cladding extending partly onto the doors.
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.   Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.      
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Bright-finished fuel doorChrome or satin-painted fuel door.     Bright-finished fuel door is an optional feature. Bright-finished fuel door is an optional feature. Bright-finished fuel door is an optional feature.
Chrome or satin-painted fuel door.
Deep-tinted rear windows Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature. Deep-tinted rear windows is a standard feature.
Laminated front side windowsReduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.   Laminated front side windows is a standard feature.      
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.
Mud guardsFlaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks.     Mud guards is an optional feature. Mud guards is an optional feature.  
Flaps mounted behind two to four wheels, to protect the body from mud and rocks.
Paint, special gold Paint, special gold is an optional feature.      
Paint, special gray Paint, special gray is an optional feature.      
Paint, special red Paint, special red is an optional feature.      
Paint, special white Paint, special white is an optional feature.     Paint, special white is an optional feature.
Panoramic sunroofFront glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof.   Panoramic sunroof is an optional feature.      
Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof.
Power-deployable running boards     Power-deployable running boards is an optional feature. Power-deployable running boards is an optional feature.
Rear bumper protector Rear bumper protector is an optional feature. Rear bumper protector is a standard feature. Rear bumper protector is a standard feature. Rear bumper protector is a standard feature.
Rear spoilerCan be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.   Rear spoiler is a standard feature.      
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Running boards   Running boards is an optional feature.    
Special exterior trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Special exterior trim is an optional feature. Special exterior trim is an optional feature.    
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Sunroof   Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature.
Wheel-lip moldingsExtensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective.     Wheel-lip moldings is a standard feature. Wheel-lip moldings is a standard feature. Wheel-lip moldings is a standard feature.
Extensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective.
Infotainment  
A/V input jacksJacks for a video camera, game console, or other device with A/V output.   A/V input jacks is a standard feature.      
Jacks for a video camera, game console, or other device with A/V output.
Audio controls on steering wheel Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.   Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.     Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature.
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Bluetooth audio streamingUses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone.   Bluetooth audio streaming is a standard feature.      
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.   Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is an optional feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature.
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.     CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature. CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature. CD changer, in-dash is a standard feature.
Includes CD player.
CD player CD player is a standard feature.      
DVD-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data.   DVD-compatible player is an optional feature.      
Audio system capable of playing DVDs on a front-row screen. Inoperative when the vehicle is moving. No value because of incomplete data.
Entertainment system with dual headrest screensA DVD player and two front headrest-mounted screens.   Entertainment system with dual headrest screens is an optional feature.      
A DVD player and two front headrest-mounted screens.
Entertainment system, ceiling-mountedA DVD player and ceiling-mounted screen. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones.       Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted is an optional feature. Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted is an optional feature.
A DVD player and ceiling-mounted screen. Often includes a pair of wireless headphones.
HD radioHigh-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.   HD radio is an optional feature.      
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.   MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature.
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.   Navigation system is an optional feature.   Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature.
Screen-based navigation system.
Navigation, turn-by-turnSimple directions displayed on rudimentary screen and/or spoken over audio system. Fee after first 3-12 months.   Navigation, turn-by-turn is a standard feature.      
Simple directions displayed on rudimentary screen and/or spoken over audio system. Fee after first 3-12 months.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.   Satellite radio is a standard feature. Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is an optional feature.
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
SD Card slotSD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader.   SD Card slot is a standard feature.      
SD, CF, PCMCIA, or other digital media reader.
SMS text-to-speech readerConverts text messages to speech.   SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is an optional feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature. SMS text-to-speech reader is a standard feature.
Converts text messages to speech.
Surround sound Surround sound is an optional feature.      
SYNC SYNC is a standard feature. SYNC is an optional feature. SYNC is a standard feature. SYNC is a standard feature.
Traffic + travel informationInformation about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.   Traffic + travel information is a standard feature.      
Information about traffic plus weather, gas prices, sports news, and/or movie times. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.
USB portOften permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.   USB port is a standard feature. USB port is an optional feature. USB port is a standard feature. USB port is a standard feature.
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.
Voice control for audio systemSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.     Voice control for audio system is an optional feature. Voice control for audio system is a standard feature. Voice control for audio system is a standard feature.
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Voice control for external devicesPhone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported.   Voice control for external devices is a standard feature. Voice control for external devices is an optional feature. Voice control for external devices is a standard feature. Voice control for external devices is a standard feature.
Phone or other device operated via the vehicle's voice command system. Requires a compatible device--all aren't supported.
Voice control for nav and audioSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.   Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature.   Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature.
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Wi-Fi hotspot capabilityProvides Wi-Fi within the car. Requires mobile modem and non-dedicated broadband service.   Wi-Fi hotspot capability is a standard feature.      
Provides Wi-Fi within the car. Requires mobile modem and non-dedicated broadband service.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Auto-dimming driver-side mirrorDriver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is a standard feature.      
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature.
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Automatic headlightsHeadlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.   Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is an optional feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature.
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
Automatic-off headlightsHeadlights automatically turn off.          
Headlights automatically turn off.
CompassWe haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.   Compass is a standard feature.   Compass is a standard feature. Compass is a standard feature.
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.   Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.   Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is an optional feature. Heated mirrors is an optional feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature.
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Interior ambient lightingLEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.   Interior ambient lighting is an optional feature.      
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster displayThe information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches.   Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display is a standard feature.      
The information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.   Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature.
Front row reading lights.
Outside temperature display Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature.
Perimeter approach lightingArea around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.   Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature.
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.   Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
Spotter mirror(s)Auxiliary convex lens in the corner of the outside mirror that improves view of the driver's blind spot.   Spotter mirror(s) is a standard feature.      
Auxiliary convex lens in the corner of the outside mirror that improves view of the driver's blind spot.
Steering-linked headlightsHeadlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.   Steering-linked headlights is an optional feature.      
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.
TachometerReports engine speed.   Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature.
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.   Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature.
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Turn signals on or near mirrors Turn signals on or near mirrors is an optional feature.      
Xenon HID headlightsProvide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.   Xenon HID headlights is an optional feature.      
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.
Seats and Interior Trim  
Front buckets Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature.
Second-row buckets       Second-row buckets is an optional feature.
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature.
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench   Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench is an optional feature. Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench is an optional feature. Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench is an optional feature.
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench   Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench is an optional feature. Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench is an optional feature. Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench is an optional feature.
All-weather floor matsAll-weather floormats.   All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is an optional feature. All-weather floor mats is an optional feature.
All-weather floormats.
Aluminum trimReal aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.   Aluminum trim is a standard feature.      
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.
Center armrest(s), front row Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature.
Center armrest(s), second row Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is an optional feature. Center armrest(s), second row is an optional feature. Center armrest(s), second row is an optional feature.
Cooled or ventilated front seats Cooled or ventilated front seats is a standard feature.      
Floor mats Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature.
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.   Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Folding third row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.     Folding third row seats is an optional feature.    
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature.
Heated second row seats Heated second row seats is an optional feature.      
Illuminated door sill trim plates Illuminated door sill trim plates is a standard feature.      
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.   Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seatManually adjustable lower back support.          
Manually adjustable lower back support.
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seatManually adjustable lower back support.     Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Manually adjustable lower back support.
Manual recliner, second row seats Manual recliner, second row seats is a standard feature. Manual recliner, second row seats is an optional feature. Manual recliner, second row seats is an optional feature. Manual recliner, second row seats is an optional feature.
Memory system, driver seat Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature.   Memory system, driver seat is an optional feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.   Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power height adjuster, driver seat Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power height adjuster, passenger seat Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.   Power height adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable lower back support.   Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power-adjustable lower back support.
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seatPower-adjustable lower back support.   Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.      
Power-adjustable lower back support.
Power recliner, driver seat Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is an optional feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power recliner, passenger seat Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature.      
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.   Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power-folding third row seatsSeat powers flat to enlarge cargo area. Also powers back upright. Replaces manual folding seat, and includes the value of that feature.       Power-folding third row seats is an optional feature. Power-folding third row seats is an optional feature.
Seat powers flat to enlarge cargo area. Also powers back upright. Replaces manual folding seat, and includes the value of that feature.
Special interior trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Special interior trim is an optional feature. Special interior trim is an optional feature.    
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede.       Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces is an optional feature.  
Seating surfaces are part leather, part synthetic suede.
Upgraded leather upholsteryNo additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.   Upgraded leather upholstery is an optional feature.      
No additional value over leather upholstery because no way to standardize across all models.
Wood trimReal wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.   Wood trim is an optional feature.      
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheelReal wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim.   Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel is an optional feature.      
Real wood comprises part of the steering wheel rim.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
Alloy wheels     Alloy wheels is a standard feature.  
Chrome-clad alloy wheelsAlloy wheels with a chromed plastic veneer. Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels.       Chrome-clad alloy wheels is an optional feature. Chrome-clad alloy wheels is a standard feature.
Alloy wheels with a chromed plastic veneer. Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels.
Machined alloy wheelsOuter surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels.     Machined alloy wheels is an optional feature.    
Outer surface of alloy wheels machines to yield a bright finish. Replace and include value of reqular alloy wheels.
Polished alloy wheelsAlloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau   Polished alloy wheels is an optional feature.   Polished alloy wheels is an optional feature. Polished alloy wheels is an optional feature.
Alloy wheels highly polished to yield an almost chrome-like finish. In the past valued more highly than regular alloy wheels. But the term is used so broadly lately, often meaning that only some of the wheel face is machined, that they have the same defau
White-letter tiresThe letters on the tire sidewalls are white rather than black.     White-letter tires is a standard feature. White-letter tires is a standard feature. White-letter tires is a standard feature.
The letters on the tire sidewalls are white rather than black.
Transmission  
Transmission coolerOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.     Transmission cooler is a standard feature. Transmission cooler is a standard feature. Transmission cooler is a standard feature.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.

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Option Package Contents

Select PLUS Package

Features
HD radio
Navigation system
Surround sound
DVD-compatible player
Voice control for nav and audio
THX-certified, 650W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)

Cargo Utility Package

Features
Special exterior trim
Special interior trim

Inflatable rear seatbelts

Features
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Machined alloy wheels
Bodyside cladding
Special exterior trim
Special interior trim
Heated mirrors
Heated front seats
Power recliner, driver seat
235/60R18 tires

Trailer Tow Package - Class III

Features
Class III trailer hitch
Trailering equipment (7 wire)

Package 202A

Features
Sunroof

Multicontour front seats

Features
Manual recliner, second row seats
Folding third row seats
Center armrest(s), second row
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench

Trailer Tow Package - Class III

Features
Class III trailer hitch
Trailering equipment (7 wire)

Package 202A

Features
Sunroof

Multicontour front seats

Features
Manual recliner, second row seats
Folding third row seats
Center armrest(s), second row
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench

Trailer Tow Package - Class III

Features
Class III trailer hitch
Trailering equipment (7 wire)

Package 302A / 303A

Features
Second-row high console
Second-row buckets

Package 202A

Features
Sunroof

Multicontour front seats

Features
Manual recliner, second row seats
Folding third row seats
Center armrest(s), second row
Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench
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2007 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
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