Toyota RAV4 Toyota RAV4 2018 Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2006

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Toyota RAV4 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.

Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $32,988

Toyota RAV4 Limited   
Difference: $3,707

Lowest Total Invoice: $30,616

Toyota RAV4 Limited   
Difference: $2,521

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20182018201820062006
ModelRAV4RAV4RAV4ExplorerExplorer
TrimLimitedHybrid LimitedPlatinumEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $30,905 $34,030 $34,750 $30,200 $32,515
Base Invoice $28,897 $31,988 $32,491 $27,518 $29,578
Roof rack crossbars 315 315 315 60 60
Floor mats 224 224      
Running boards 549 549 549    
Side curtain airbags       560 560
Ultimate Convenience Group       350 350
Luxury Package       1,700  
Cargo cover       80 80
Obstacle detection, rear       255 255
Sunroof       850 850
Navigation system       1,995 1,995
Roof rack crossbars 210 210 210 51 51
Floor mats 139 139      
Running boards 375 375 375    
Side curtain airbags       476 476
Ultimate Convenience Group       298 298
Luxury Package       1,445  
Cargo cover       68 68
Obstacle detection, rear       217 217
Sunroof       723 723
Navigation system       1,696 1,696
Options (change) 1,088 1,088 864 5,850 4,150
Options (change) 724 724 585 4,974 3,529
Destination 995 995 995 645 645
Total Price $32,988 $36,113 $36,609 $36,695 $37,310
Total Invoice $30,616 $33,707 $34,071 $33,137 $33,752

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Toyota RAV4 dealer quotes or Ford Explorer dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Toyota RAV4 Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,497
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,038
Model Year20182018201820062006
ModelRAV4RAV4RAV4ExplorerExplorer
TrimLimitedHybrid LimitedPlatinumEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine176hp I4150hp I4 H176hp I4210hp V6210hp V6
TransmissionT6CVTT6A5A5
DrivetrainFWDAWDFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6576, 11290, 7290, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/55-18235/55-18235/55-18245/65-17245/65-17
Total Price$32,988$36,113$36,609$36,695$37,310
Adjustments for Features-3,790-5,340-4,52500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$29,198$30,773$32,084$36,695$37,310
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,575$2,886$0$615
Total Invoice$30,616$33,707$34,071$33,137$33,752
Adjustments for Features-3,517-4,984-4,21100
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$27,099$28,723$29,860$33,137$33,752
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,624$2,761$0$615

Return to top

Features Comparison: Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20182018201820062006
ModelRAV4RAV4RAV4ExplorerExplorer
TrimLimitedHybrid LimitedPlatinumEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100 $1100  
CVT $1000   
5-speed automatic   $900$900
FWD$0 $0  
AWD $1700   
RWD   $0$0
Accessories 
Adaptive cruise control$600$600$600  
Cruise control   $150$150
Hands-free trunk or liftgate  $100  
Heated steering wheel  $100  
Keyless entry keypad   $50$50
Power liftgate$350$350$350  
Power-adjustable pedals   $125$125
Proximity key$250$250$250  
Tilt steering wheel, manual   $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Around view cameras  $500  
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200  
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200  
Blind spot warning system$200$200$200  
Brake assist$50$50$50  
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100$100$100  
Forward collision warning$200$200$200  
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75  
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200$200$200  
Lane departure warning$200$200$200  
Obstacle detection, front$150$150$150  
Pedestrian detection$50$50$50  
Perimeter scan  $25  
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0$0$0  
Rearview camera$200$200   
Seat cushion airbag, passenger$75$75$75  
Trailer sway control$25$25$25  
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40$40   
Class II trailer hitch   $200$200
Overhead sunglass holder$25$25$25  
Trailering equipment (4 wire)   $125$125
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0$0$0  
Rear air vents   $100$100
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250$250$250  
Bodyside moldings   $75$75
Rear spoiler$200$200$200  
Infotainment 
App support$0$0$0  
Aux input$50$50$50  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25$25$25  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100$100$100  
CD changer, in-dash   $325$325
CD player$125$125$125  
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0  
HD radio$50$50$50  
Satellite radio$200$200$200  
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0$0  
SMS text-to-speech reader$25$25$25  
Surround sound  $250  
Traffic + travel information$25$25$25  
Voice control for nav and audio$100$100$100  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200$200  
Large energy flow and fuel economy display $25   
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750$750$750  
Tachometer$75 $75$75$75
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25$25$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50$50$50  
Leather seating surfaces   $900$900
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $50$50
Manual recliner, second row seats$75$75$75  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat   $100$100
Synthetic leather seating surfaces$0$0$0  
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
All-terrain tires   $0$0
Alloy wheels   $350 
Chrome-coated alloy wheels$600$600$600  
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200  
Polished alloy wheels    $350
White-letter tires   $0$0
Total Value of Features$7,665$9,215$8,400$3,875$3,875
Value of Feature Adjustments$3,790$5,340$4,525$0$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-3,517-4,984-4,21100

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Toyota RAV4 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20182006
ModelRAV4Explorer
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase104.7 in113.7 in
Length183.5 in193.4 in
Width72.6 in73.7 in
Height65.9 in72.8 in
Curb Weight3,456 lb.4,441 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.3 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.6 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom38.9 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room55.4 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room48.9 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom37.2 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
38.4 ft313.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
38.443.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
73.4 ft383.7 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Rollover sensor50Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Ultimate Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested10044%
Total Not Requested12556%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
CD changer, in-dash200No
Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested87551%
Total Not Requested85049%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Rollover sensor50Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Ultimate Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested10044%
Total Not Requested12556%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all SUVs
See TrueDelta's information for all Toyota models.