Mini Hardtop Mini Hardtop 2013 Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2008

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Mini Hardtop vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mini Hardtop vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $29,095

Mini Hardtop Cooper   
Difference: $5,785

Lowest Total Invoice: $26,852

Mini Hardtop Cooper   
Difference: $5,309

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20132013201320082008
ModelHardtopHardtopHardtopExplorerExplorer
TrimCooperCooper SJohn Cooper WorksEddie BauerLimited
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $19,700 $23,300 $30,100 $29,245 $32,395
Base Invoice $18,207 $21,517 $27,772 $27,273 $30,178
MINI Connected with navigation 1,500 1,500 1,500    
Recaro Sports Seats 3,000 2,750 2,750    
Premium Package 2 1,250 1,250 1,250    
Satellite radio - one year subscription 250 250 250    
Universal garage door opener 250 250 250    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 250 250 250    
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror 250 250      
Power-folding mirrors 500 500      
Compass 100 100      
Obstacle detection, rear 500 500 500 295  
Fog lights 250        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500 500    
Heated windshield washer nozzles     100    
Sun and Sirius Package       560 560
Luxury Package       1,290  
Navigation system       1,995 1,995
Audiophile Package       510  
Cargo cover       90 90
Bright-finished fuel door       110 110
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces       0  
MINI Connected with navigation 1,380 1,380 1,380    
Recaro Sports Seats 2,700 2,530 2,530    
Premium Package 2 1,150 1,150 1,150    
Satellite radio - one year subscription 230 230 230    
Universal garage door opener 230 230 230    
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 230 230 230    
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror 230 230      
Power-folding mirrors 460 460      
Compass 90 90      
Obstacle detection, rear 460 460 460 251  
Fog lights 230        
Metallic paint (extra cost) 460 460 460    
Heated windshield washer nozzles     90    
Sun and Sirius Package       476 476
Luxury Package       1,097  
Navigation system       1,696 1,696
Audiophile Package       433  
Cargo cover       77 77
Bright-finished fuel door       73 73
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces       0  
Options (change) 8,600 8,100 7,350 4,850 2,755
Options (change) 7,850 7,450 6,760 4,103 2,322
Destination 795 795 795 785 785
Total Price $29,095 $32,195 $38,245 $34,880 $35,935
Total Invoice $26,852 $29,762 $35,327 $32,161 $33,285

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mini Hardtop vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mini Hardtop Cooper
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,350
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,064
Model Year20132013201320082008
ModelHardtopHardtopHardtopExplorerExplorer
TrimCooperCooper SJohn Cooper WorksEddie BauerLimited
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine121hp I4181hp I4208hp I4210hp V6210hp V6
TransmissionM6M6M6A5A5
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6?, 6190, 7190, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)175/65-15195/55-16205/45-17245/65-17235/65-18
Total Price$29,095$32,195$38,245$34,880$35,935
Adjustments for Features0-475-275-2,435-2,685
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,095$31,720$37,970$32,445$33,250
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,625$8,875$0$805
Total Invoice$26,852$29,762$35,327$32,161$33,285
Adjustments for Features0-439-254-2,245-2,487
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,852$29,323$35,073$29,916$30,798
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,471$8,221$0$882

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Features Comparison: Mini Hardtop vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20132013201320082008
ModelHardtopHardtopHardtopExplorerExplorer
TrimCooperCooper SJohn Cooper WorksEddie BauerLimited
Body2dr Hatch2dr Hatch2dr Hatch4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150$150$150  
5-speed automatic   $900$900
FWD$0$0$0  
RWD   $0$0
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad   $50$50
Power rear side windows   $200$200
Power-adjustable pedals   $125$125
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15  
Tilt steering wheel, manual   $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Brake assist$50$50$50  
Full-size spare tire   $225$225
Rollover sensor   $50$50
Temporary spare tire$150    
Tires, run-flat $150$150  
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50  
Class II trailer hitch   $200$200
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate   $150$150
Roof rails   $250$250
Trailering equipment (4 wire)   $125$125
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100  
Dual-zone climate control   $125$125
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15  
Interior air filter$0$0$0  
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175$175  
Rear air vents   $100$100
Variable intermittent wipers   $75$75
Wiper de-icer$25$25$25  
Exterior 
Body kit  $0  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25$25  
Bright-finished fuel door $100$100$100$100
Deep-tinted rear windows   $275$275
Hood scoop $100$100  
Panoramic sunroof$1200$1200$1200  
Rear bumper protector   $40$40
Rear spoiler $200$200  
Running boards   $350$350
Sunroof   $900$900
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25  
CD changer, in-dash   $325$325
CD player$125$125$125  
HD radio$50$50$50  
Satellite radio   $200$200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250$250  
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25$25
Traffic information$25$25$25  
Voice control for external devices   $0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75   
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75   
Compass$0$0 $0$0
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150  
Power-folding mirrors$50$50   
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100  
Manual height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50  
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50  
Memory system, driver seat   $200$200
Metal pedals $75$75  
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat   $100$100
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100
Power height adjuster, driver seat   $100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $100$100
Power recliner, driver seat   $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat   $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0$0$0$0 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350$350$350 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels    $600
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200  
White-letter tires   $0$0
Total Value of Features$3,855$4,330$4,130$6,290$6,540
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$475$275$2,435$2,685
Value of Feature Adjustments0-439-254-2,245-2,487

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Specifications Comparison: Mini Hardtop vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20132008
ModelHardtopExplorer
Body2dr Hatch4dr SUV
Wheelbase97.1 in113.7 in
Length145.6 in193.4 in
Width66.3 in73.7 in
Height55.4 in72.8 in
Curb Weight2,547 lb.4,441 lb.
Fuel Capacity10.6 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room50.3 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.6 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room44.7 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom29.9 in36.9 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.4 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.1 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in45.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in34.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
5.7 ft313.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
5.743.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
24.0 ft383.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mini Hardtop Cooper

MINI Connected with navigation
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Center armrest(s), front row75Yes
Smartphone integration0No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
App support0No
Total Requested77594%
Total Not Requested506%
Recaro Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0Yes
Front sport buckets100No
Total Requested75088%
Total Not Requested10012%
Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Automatic air recirculation100No
Total Requested30018%
Total Not Requested140082%

Option Package Details
Mini Hardtop Cooper S

MINI Connected with navigation
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Center armrest(s), front row75Yes
Smartphone integration0No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
App support0No
Total Requested77594%
Total Not Requested506%
Recaro Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0Yes
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Automatic air recirculation100No
Total Requested30018%
Total Not Requested140082%

Option Package Details
Mini Hardtop John Cooper Works

MINI Connected with navigation
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25No
Center armrest(s), front row75Yes
Smartphone integration0No
Bluetooth audio streaming25No
App support0No
Total Requested77594%
Total Not Requested506%
Recaro Sports Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces0Yes
Total Requested750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights100Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200No
Automatic air recirculation100No
Total Requested30018%
Total Not Requested140082%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Total Requested52541%
Total Not Requested75059%
Audiophile Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200No
Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested550100%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%

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