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Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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 Golf / GTI vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $37,095 Volkswagen Golf / GTI R | ||
| Difference: $7,180 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,602 Volkswagen Golf / GTI R | ||
| Difference: $5,590 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Explorer |
| Trim | R | Sport |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $34,590 | $40,780 |
| Base Invoice | $33,207 | $38,027 |
| Sunroof and Navigation Package | 1,500 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 235 | 75 |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Navigation system | 795 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Sunroof and Navigation Package | 1,440 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 185 | 66 |
| Cargo cover | 118 | |
| Navigation system | 694 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | |
| Options (change) | 1,735 | 2,600 |
| Options (change) | 1,625 | 2,270 |
| Destination | 770 | 895 |
| Total Price | $37,095 | $44,275 |
| Total Invoice | $35,602 | $41,192 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI R | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,165 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $924 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Explorer |
| Trim | R | Sport |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 256hp I4 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/27 MPG | 16/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 300, 8 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $37,095 | $44,275 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,015 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,095 | $39,260 |
| Total Invoice | $35,602 | $41,192 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,666 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $35,602 | $36,526 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Explorer |
| Trim | R | Sport |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| HD radio | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,330 | $10,345 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $5,015 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,666 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 165.4 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,326 lb. | 4,921 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.3 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 54.7 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.2 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 52.8 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.5 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 | 15.0 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.0 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI R
| Sunroof and Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Dynaudio, 300W, 8 speakers | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 19% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| 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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