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Toyota Highlander 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.
Toyota Highlander vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $42,522 Toyota Highlander Sport | ||||
| Difference: $2,463 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,938 Toyota Highlander Sport | ||||
| Difference: $4,088 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Highlander | Highlander | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Sport | Limited | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $29,410 | $32,900 | $31,615 | $35,550 |
| Base Invoice | $26,241 | $29,281 | $29,319 | $32,901 |
| Towing Prep Package | 220 | 220 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 585 | 585 | ||
| Third-row seat | 1,090 | 875 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,490 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 60 | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | 375 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,530 | 2,505 | 2,505 | 1,995 |
| Floor mats | 185 | 275 | ||
| Remote start | 529 | 529 | 385 | 385 |
| Satellite radio | 449 | 449 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | 850 | 850 |
| Running boards | 649 | 649 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,780 | 1,780 | 1,295 | 1,295 |
| Universal garage door opener | 125 | |||
| AWD | 1,450 | 1,450 | 2,320 | 2,320 |
| Heated front seats | 440 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | 695 | |||
| Convenience Package | 995 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | ||
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | 630 | ||
| Towing Prep Package | 176 | 176 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 468 | 468 | ||
| Third-row seat | 872 | 744 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,192 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 48 | |||
| Automatic climate control, front | 300 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,118 | 2,099 | 2,129 | 1,696 |
| Floor mats | 120 | 180 | ||
| Remote start | 380 | 380 | 327 | 327 |
| Satellite radio | 359 | 359 | ||
| Sunroof | 680 | 680 | 723 | 723 |
| Running boards | 425 | 425 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,424 | 1,424 | 1,101 | 1,101 |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | |||
| AWD | 1,290 | 1,290 | 2,112 | 2,112 |
| Heated front seats | 352 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | 591 | |||
| Convenience Package | 846 | |||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | ||
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | 536 | ||
| Options (change) | 12,367 | 9,732 | 12,555 | 8,785 |
| Options (change) | 9,952 | 7,833 | 10,892 | 7,687 |
| Destination | 745 | 745 | 815 | 815 |
| Total Price | $42,522 | $43,377 | $44,985 | $45,150 |
| Total Invoice | $36,938 | $37,859 | $41,026 | $41,403 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota Highlander vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota Highlander Sport | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,878 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,653 | ||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Highlander | Highlander | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Sport | Limited | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 270hp V6 | 270hp V6 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T5 | T5 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/23 MPG | 17/23 MPG | 13/19 MPG | 13/19 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | ?, 9 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/55-19 | 245/55-19 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $42,522 | $43,377 | $44,985 | $45,150 |
| Adjustments for Features | -650 | -1,425 | 0 | -400 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,872 | $41,952 | $44,985 | $44,750 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $80 | $235 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $36,938 | $37,859 | $41,026 | $41,403 |
| Adjustments for Features | -565 | -1,244 | 0 | -367 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $36,373 | $36,615 | $41,026 | $41,036 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $242 | $0 | $10 |
Features Comparison: Toyota Highlander vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Highlander | Highlander | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | Sport | Limited | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||
| Removable second-row console | $200 | $200 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |||
| Larger rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Conversation mirror | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | ||
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Stowable center seat, second row | $150 | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $6,915 | $7,690 | $6,265 | $6,665 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $650 | $1,425 | $0 | $400 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -565 | -1,244 | 0 | -367 |
Specifications Comparison: Toyota Highlander vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 |
| Model | Highlander | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 188.4 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 75.2 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,178 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.7 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 43.2 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.1 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 59.5 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.5 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 38.3 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 36.3 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 55.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 42.3 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 29.2 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.3 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 42.3 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 95.4 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Sport
| Towing Prep Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | 125 | Yes |
| Additional engine cooling | 0 | No |
| Transmission cooler | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | Yes |
| Third-row 2-person bench | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 25% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Wiper de-icer | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 25 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 50% |
Option Package Details
Toyota Highlander Limited
| Towing Prep Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | 125 | Yes |
| Additional engine cooling | 0 | No |
| Transmission cooler | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Rear HVAC unit | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 26% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 37% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 58% |
| 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
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | -250 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 6% |
| 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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