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Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $41,900 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | |||
| Difference: $9,795 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,750 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | |||
| Difference: $10,627 | |||
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| Model Year | 2007 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Passat | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 3.6 VR6 | Sport | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $31,370 | $43,500 | $52,970 |
| Base Invoice | $29,095 | $41,543 | $50,587 |
| Sport Package | 4,030 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 950 | ||
| iPod integration | 0 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 185 | 75 | 75 |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 975 | 1,150 | |
| AWD | 1,950 | ||
| Cargo cover | 130 | 130 | |
| Package 401A | 4,300 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | ||
| Sport Package | 3,681 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 839 | ||
| iPod integration | 0 | ||
| All-weather floor mats | 145 | 71 | 71 |
| Navigation system | 1,589 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 861 | 1,094 | |
| AWD | 1,900 | ||
| Cargo cover | 124 | 124 | |
| Package 401A | 4,085 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,515 | ||
| Options (change) | 9,890 | 7,250 | 205 |
| Options (change) | 9,015 | 6,889 | 195 |
| Destination | 640 | 945 | 945 |
| Total Price | $41,900 | $51,695 | $54,120 |
| Total Invoice | $38,750 | $49,377 | $51,727 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,955 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,166 | |||
| Model Year | 2007 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Passat | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 3.6 VR6 | Sport | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 280hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 18/27 MPG | 16/22 MPG | 16/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 80, 8 | 390, 12 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $41,900 | $51,695 | $54,120 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -7,265 | -10,265 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,900 | $44,430 | $43,855 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $575 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $38,750 | $49,377 | $51,727 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,939 | -9,811 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,750 | $42,438 | $41,916 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $522 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2007 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | Passat | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 3.6 VR6 | Sport | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||
| Black grille (optional) | $0 | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | ||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | $40 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $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 driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,580 | $13,845 | $16,845 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $7,265 | $10,265 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -6,939 | -9,811 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2007 | 2016 |
| Model | Passat | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 188.0 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 59.7 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,997 lb. | 4,890 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.3 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 61.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.6 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.6 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.7 in | 39.5 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 | 33.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.8 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.8 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.7 ft3 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| 235/40WR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 3590 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 1065 | 23% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 31% |
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 41% |
| Total Not Requested | 1825 | 59% |
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