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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: $38,850 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn | ||
| Difference: $5,620 | ||
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| Model Year | 2020 | 2011 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Explorer |
| Trim | GTI Autobahn | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $36,495 | $37,535 |
| All-weather floor mats | 235 | 75 |
| Cargo net | 100 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 1,100 | |
| Package 302A | 4,305 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 185 | 64 |
| Cargo net | 80 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 1,056 | |
| Package 302A | 3,659 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | |
| Options (change) | 1,435 | 6,110 |
| Options (change) | 1,321 | 5,194 |
| Destination | 920 | 825 |
| Total Price | $38,850 | $44,470 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,020 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $36,335 | ||
| Model Year | 2020 | 2011 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Explorer |
| Trim | GTI Autobahn | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 228hp I4 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | S7 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 25/31 MPG | 17/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/40-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $38,850 | $44,470 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,600 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $38,850 | $41,870 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2020 | 2011 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Explorer |
| Trim | GTI Autobahn | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $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 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip front differential | $500 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | |
| 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 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| 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 fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,755 | $9,355 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,600 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,395 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Golf / GTI vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2020 | 2011 |
| Model | Golf / GTI | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 103.8 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 167.6 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 70.8 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,256 lb. | 4,578 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.4 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 | 38.1 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 | 17.4 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 17.4 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.7 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| 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 | 2325 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 1650 | 42% |
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