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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: $31,135 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | ||||
| Difference: $9,935 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,809 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | ||||
| Difference: $8,316 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | Passat | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $29,895 | $32,195 | $32,950 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $28,670 | $30,876 | $31,600 | $35,268 |
| Rear spoiler | 375 | 375 | 375 | |
| Cargo net | 95 | 95 | 95 | |
| Navigation system | 795 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 300 | 300 | 300 | |
| Cargo net | 69 | 69 | 69 | |
| Navigation system | 676 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |||
| Options (change) | 470 | 470 | 470 | 2,390 |
| Options (change) | 369 | 369 | 369 | 2,032 |
| Destination | 770 | 770 | 770 | 825 |
| Total Price | $31,135 | $33,435 | $34,190 | $41,070 |
| Total Invoice | $29,809 | $32,015 | $32,739 | $38,125 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,985 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,649 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | Passat | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 170hp I5 | 140hp I4 D | 280hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | S6 | S6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $31,135 | $33,435 | $34,190 | $41,070 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -100 | -3,950 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $31,135 | $33,435 | $34,090 | $37,120 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,300 | $2,955 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $29,809 | $32,015 | $32,739 | $38,125 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -96 | -3,667 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $29,809 | $32,015 | $32,643 | $34,458 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,206 | $2,834 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | Passat | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Curve control | $50 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,955 | $2,955 | $3,055 | $6,905 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $100 | $3,950 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -96 | -3,667 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Passat | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 191.6 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,167 lb. | 4,558 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.3 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.0 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.1 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 | 15.9 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.9 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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