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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: $31,430 Volkswagen Golf / GTI SEL | ||
| Difference: $13,040 | ||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2011 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Explorer |
| Trim | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $30,245 | $37,535 |
| All-weather floor mats | 235 | 75 |
| Cargo net | 100 | |
| Package 302A | 4,305 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 185 | 64 |
| Cargo net | 80 | |
| Package 302A | 3,659 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | |
| Options (change) | 335 | 6,110 |
| Options (change) | 265 | 5,194 |
| Destination | 850 | 825 |
| Total Price | $31,430 | $44,470 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI SEL | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,415 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $35,595 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2011 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Explorer |
| Trim | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 170hp I4 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $31,430 | $44,470 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,625 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,430 | $39,845 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2011 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Explorer |
| Trim | SEL | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Larger infotainment display | $0 | |
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $0 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,905 | $7,530 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,625 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,261 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2011 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 179.8 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 70.8 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 58.3 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,054 lb. | 4,579 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.6 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.9 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 | 38.6 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 53.9 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.6 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 | 30.4 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 30.4 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.5 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1825 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 2150 | 54% |
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