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Porsche Macan vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Porsche Macan vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $57,795

Ford Explorer Platinum   
Difference: $15,815

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182018201820182018
ModelMacanMacanMacanMacanExplorer
TrimBaseSGTSTurboPlatinum
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $47,800 $55,400 $68,900 $77,200 $53,940
Porsche Connect Plus 1,720 1,720 1,720 1,720  
Navigation system 1,780 1,780 1,780    
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 1,740 1,740      
Premium Package Plus 5,950 5,700 3,390 3,600  
Lane departure warning 700 700 700    
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 1,440 1,440 1,440 1,440  
LED headlights 1,170 1,170 540 1,170  
Class III trailer hitch 660 660 660 660  
Roof rack 640 640 640 640  
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel 620 620 620 370  
Wood trim 550 550 0 0  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 820 510 510 510  
Blind spot warning system 700 700 700    
Voice control for nav and audio 0 0 0 0  
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 2,590 2,590 2,590 2,590 1,995
Roof rails 390 390 390 390  
Running boards 1,250 1,250   1,250 595
Compass 390 390 390 390  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) 950 950   950  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 700 700 700 700  
Cooled or ventilated front seats     670    
18-way adaptive power front seats     370    
Heated second row seats       530  
Cargo cover         130
Roof rack crossbars         140
Porsche Connect Plus 0 0 0 0  
Navigation system 0 0 0    
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 0 0      
Premium Package Plus 0 0 0 0  
Lane departure warning 0 0 0    
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 0 0 0 0  
LED headlights 0 0 0 0  
Class III trailer hitch 0 0 0 0  
Roof rack 0 0 0 0  
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel 0 0 0 0  
Wood trim 0 0 0 0  
Illuminated door sill trim plates 0 0 0 0  
Blind spot warning system 0 0 0    
Voice control for nav and audio 0 0 0 0  
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 0 0 0 0 1,895
Roof rails 0 0 0 0  
Running boards 0 0   0 565
Compass 0 0 0 0  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) 0 0   0  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 0 0 0 0  
Cooled or ventilated front seats     0    
18-way adaptive power front seats     0    
Heated second row seats       0  
Cargo cover         124
Roof rack crossbars         133
Options (change) 24,760 24,200 17,810 16,910 2,860
Options (change) 0 0 0 0 2,717
Destination 1,050 1,050 1,050 1,050 995
Total Price $73,610 $80,650 $87,760 $95,160 $57,795

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Porsche Macan vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Platinum
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Porsche Macan GTS
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $16,905
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $53,158
Model Year20182018201820182018
ModelMacanMacanMacanMacanExplorer
TrimBaseSGTSTurboPlatinum
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine252hp I4340hp V6360hp V6400hp V6365hp V6
TransmissionS7S7S7S7T6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)665, 14665, 14665, 14665, 14500, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/60-18235/55-19265/45-20235/55-19255/50-20
Total Price$73,610$80,650$87,760$95,160$57,795
Adjustments for Features00-2,175-1,950-1,090
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$73,610$80,650$85,585$93,210$56,705
Cost Above Minimum$0$7,040$11,975$19,600$0

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Features Comparison: Porsche Macan vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20182018201820182018
ModelMacanMacanMacanMacanExplorer
TrimBaseSGTSTurboPlatinum
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200$1200$1200$1200 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic    $1100
AWD$1700$1700$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet    $100
Active noise reduction    $0
Adaptive cruise control    $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850$850 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate    $100
Keyless entry keypad    $50
Power-adjustable pedals    $125
Remote climate control    $25
Remote start    $150
Semi-automated parking system    $500
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist    $25
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear    $100
Curve control    $50
Inflatable rear seat belts    $200
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75$75 
Rear side airbags$300$300$300$300 
Safety key    $5
Secondary collision brake assist$25$25$25$25 
Side curtain airbags$350$350$350$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows    $500
Vehicle health reports    $0
Wide-view front camera    $150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment$50$50$50$50 
Overhead sunglass holder    $25
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15$15 
Rear HVAC unit    $400
Residual heat$50$50$50$50 
Water-repellent front-door glass$15$15$15$15 
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150$150 
Dual-mode exhaust$250$250 $250 
Dual-mode exhaust, switchable  $500  
Regenerative braking$0$0$0$0 
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0$0$0$0 
Black exterior trim (optional)  $0  
Body color exterior trim   $0 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)    $250
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25$25 $25$25
Painted brake calipers (optional)  $0$0 
Rear bumper protector    $40
Running boards$350$350 $350$350
Sport rocker panels (optional)  $0  
Tow hook(s), front    $40
Wheel-lip moldings    $75
Infotainment 
Android Auto support    $100
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0$0$0$0 
HDMI port$25$25$25$25 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150$150 
Media drive$15$15$15$15 
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0$0$0 
Off-road navigation system$0$0$0$0 
SD Card slot$25$25$25$25 
SMS text-to-speech reader    $25
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200$200 
Traffic + travel information    $25
Traffic information$25$25$25$25 
Voice control for external devices    $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Altimeter$25$25$25$25 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75$75 
Boost gauge$75$75$75$75 
Cornering lights$50$50$50$50 
Fog light, rear$100$100$100$100 
Headlight washers$50$50$50$50 
Intersection assist$25$25$25$25 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display    $250
LED headlights$1000$1000$1000$1000 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only    $750
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25$25 
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver  $300$300 
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger  $300$300 
Manual recliner, second row seats    $75
Massage, driver seat    $100
Massage, passenger seat    $100
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150$150 
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat  $100$100 
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat  $100$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100$100 
Power-stowing third row seats    $1000
Synthetic suede headliner   $650 
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0$0   
Tailgating position, third row seats    $50
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical  $500$500 
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable  $1000  
Alloy wheels$350$350$350$350 
Machined alloy wheels    $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0 $0
Total Value of Features$8,420$8,420$10,595$10,370$9,510
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$0$2,175$1,950$1,090
Value of Feature Adjustments00-26-22-1,042

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Specifications Comparison: Porsche Macan vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20182018
ModelMacanExplorer
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase110.5 in112.6 in
Length184.3 in198.3 in
Width75.7 in78.9 in
Height63.9 in70.0 in
Curb Weight3,903 lb.4,458 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.8 gal.18.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom0.0 in41.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room0.0 in61.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom0.0 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom0.0 in40.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room0.0 in61.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in56.8 in
Row 2 Legroom0.0 in39.5 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.8 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.7 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in33.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
17.7 ft321.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
17.743.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
53.0 ft381.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Porsche Macan

Porsche Connect Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Traffic information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
Total Requested20036%
Total Not Requested35064%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Bose, 665W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested322577%
Total Not Requested97523%

Option Package Details
Porsche Macan S

Porsche Connect Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Traffic information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
Total Requested20036%
Total Not Requested35064%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Bose, 665W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Steering-linked headlights150No
Cornering lights50No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested302576%
Total Not Requested97524%

Option Package Details
Porsche Macan GTS

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Off-road navigation system0No
Speed limit information0No
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Bose, 665W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested212583%
Total Not Requested42517%
Porsche Connect Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Traffic information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
Total Requested20036%
Total Not Requested35064%
18-way adaptive power front seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300No
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger300No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested40026%
Total Not Requested115074%

Option Package Details
Porsche Macan Turbo

Premium Package Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Panoramic sunroof1200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Lane departure warning200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention, steering-based200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Total Requested257597%
Total Not Requested753%
Porsche Connect Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Traffic information25Yes
In-vehicle Internet150No
Wi-Fi hotspot50Yes
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
App support0Yes
Remote app25Yes
Apple CarPlay support100Yes
Total Requested20036%
Total Not Requested35064%

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