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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: $40,060 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $1,855 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,134 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $3,013 | |||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Passat | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | VR6 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $39,200 | $30,200 | $32,515 |
| Base Invoice | $36,669 | $27,518 | $29,578 |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,995 | 1,995 |
| Heated front seats | 225 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Cargo cover | 80 | 80 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 255 | 255 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| 4WD w/low range | 2,225 | 2,225 | |
| Navigation system | 1,589 | 1,696 | 1,696 |
| Heated front seats | 199 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,068 | 1,068 | |
| Cargo cover | 68 | 68 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 217 | 217 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| 4WD w/low range | 1,980 | 1,980 | |
| Options (change) | 2,025 | 9,215 | 7,515 |
| Options (change) | 1,788 | 7,971 | 6,526 |
| Destination | 690 | 645 | 645 |
| Total Price | $41,915 | $40,060 | $40,675 |
| Total Invoice | $39,147 | $36,134 | $36,749 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,175 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,378 | |||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Passat | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | VR6 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 280hp V6 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/4L | 4WD w/4L |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/24 MPG | 14/20 MPG | 14/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 10 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/40-18 | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 |
| Total Price | $41,915 | $40,060 | $40,675 |
| Adjustments for Features | -680 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,235 | $40,060 | $40,675 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $615 |
| Total Invoice | $39,147 | $36,134 | $36,749 |
| Adjustments for Features | -635 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,512 | $36,134 | $36,749 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $615 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Passat | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | VR6 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| 4WD w/low range | $2200 | $2200 | |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | ||
| CD player | $125 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,180 | $5,500 | $5,500 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $680 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -635 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 |
| Model | Passat | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 188.0 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 71.7 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 59.7 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,997 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.3 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.7 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.6 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 54.6 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 37.7 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.8 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.8 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.7 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1375 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 20% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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