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Volkswagen Beetle 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.
Volkswagen Beetle vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $33,295 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line | |||
| Difference: $5,145 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,997 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line | |||
| Difference: $3,489 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Beetle | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | R-Line | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $25,450 | $31,520 | $37,535 |
| Base Invoice | $24,433 | $29,479 | $34,952 |
| Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package | 5,925 | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | 1,100 | ||
| Package 202A | 3,075 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | 495 | 495 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | 135 | |
| Navigation system | 795 | 795 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | 1,595 | |
| Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package | 5,688 | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | 1,056 | ||
| Package 202A | 2,614 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | 421 | 421 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | 115 | |
| Navigation system | 676 | 676 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | 1,356 | |
| Options (change) | 7,025 | 6,095 | 3,020 |
| Options (change) | 6,744 | 5,182 | 2,568 |
| Destination | 820 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $33,295 | $38,440 | $41,380 |
| Total Invoice | $31,997 | $35,486 | $38,345 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Beetle R-Line | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,775 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $378 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Beetle | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | R-Line | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 210hp I4 | 290hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | S6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 24/30 MPG | 17/25 MPG | 17/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | ?, 8 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-19 | 245/60-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $33,295 | $38,440 | $41,380 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,370 | -4,935 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $33,295 | $35,070 | $36,445 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,375 |
| Total Invoice | $31,997 | $35,486 | $38,345 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,111 | -4,573 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $31,997 | $32,375 | $33,772 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,397 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | Beetle | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | R-Line | XLT | Limited |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $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 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| 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 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | ||
| Metal pedals | $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 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,410 | $7,780 | $9,345 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,370 | $4,935 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,111 | -4,573 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Beetle vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2011 |
| Model | Beetle | Explorer |
| Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 100.0 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 168.4 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 71.2 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,104 lb. | 4,578 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.3 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.1 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 49.0 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 31.4 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 | 15.4 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.4 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 29.9 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle R-Line
| Sunroof, Sound, and Nav Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| 235/40HR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic collision intervention | No | |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3375 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 1750 | 34% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer XLT
| Blind spot warning system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
| Package 202A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | No |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | No |
| Unbranded, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| A/V input jacks | 25 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | 0 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| Vehicle health reports | 0 | Yes |
| 911 assist | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | 25 | No |
| Voice control for audio system | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1550 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 1675 | 52% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Blind spot warning system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 11% |
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