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Pontiac Solstice 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.
Pontiac Solstice vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $29,270 Pontiac Solstice | ||||
| Difference: $6,345 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $27,808 Pontiac Solstice | ||||
| Difference: $5,276 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Solstice | Solstice | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | GXP | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $26,225 | $30,375 | $31,520 | $37,535 |
| Base Invoice | $25,045 | $29,008 | $29,479 | $34,952 |
| Premium Package | 740 | 575 | ||
| Floor mats | 80 | |||
| Air conditioning | 960 | 960 | ||
| USB port | 100 | 100 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | 545 | |||
| 255/50HR20 | 1,195 | |||
| Package 201A | 2,075 | |||
| Premium Package | 651 | 506 | ||
| Floor mats | 70 | |||
| Air conditioning | 854 | 854 | ||
| USB port | 88 | 88 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | 480 | |||
| 255/50HR20 | 1,016 | |||
| Package 201A | 1,764 | |||
| Options (change) | 2,425 | 1,635 | 3,270 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 2,143 | 1,448 | 2,780 | 0 |
| Destination | 620 | 620 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $29,270 | $32,630 | $35,615 | $38,360 |
| Total Invoice | $27,808 | $31,076 | $33,084 | $35,777 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Pontiac Solstice vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Pontiac Solstice | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $655 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $102 | ||||
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Solstice | Solstice | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | GXP | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 173hp I4 | 260hp I4 | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | M5 | M5 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | ?, 8 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $29,270 | $32,630 | $35,615 | $38,360 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -175 | -5,220 | -8,435 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $29,270 | $32,455 | $30,395 | $29,925 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,185 | $470 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $27,808 | $31,076 | $33,084 | $35,777 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -167 | -4,849 | -7,867 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $27,808 | $30,909 | $28,235 | $27,910 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,101 | $325 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Pontiac Solstice vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Solstice | Solstice | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Base | GXP | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | $0 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | ||
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | ||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | $300 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Removable roof section (opaque) | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | |||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for audio system | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | ||
| Boost gauge | $75 | |||
| Heated mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Heated front seats | $200 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,610 | $2,785 | $7,830 | $11,045 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $175 | $5,220 | $8,435 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -167 | -4,849 | -7,867 |
Specifications Comparison: Pontiac Solstice vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 |
| Model | Solstice | Explorer |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 95.1 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 157.2 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 50.9 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2,931 lb. | 4,579 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 52.4 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 50.6 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.7 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 0.0 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 0.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.6 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 5.6 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 5.6 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Pontiac Solstice
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| No leather in second row | -300 | No |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 131% |
| Total Not Requested | -300 | -31% |
Option Package Details
Pontiac Solstice GXP
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| No leather in second row | -300 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 143% |
| Total Not Requested | -300 | -43% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| 255/50HR20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50HR20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 53% |
| Package 201A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | No |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 10% |
| Total Not Requested | 1425 | 90% |
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