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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: $30,665 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $3,665 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,440 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $2,526 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | Passat | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $29,895 | $32,195 | $32,950 | $28,370 | $31,115 |
| Base Invoice | $28,670 | $30,876 | $31,600 | $26,790 | $29,361 |
| Luxury Package | 1,450 | ||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |||
| Satellite radio | 195 | 195 | |||
| Remote start | 385 | 385 | |||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | |||
| Luxury Package | 1,232 | ||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |||
| Satellite radio | 166 | 166 | |||
| Remote start | 326 | 326 | |||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | 0 | ||||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | |||
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5,225 | 3,775 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4,441 | 3,209 |
| Destination | 770 | 770 | 770 | 735 | 735 |
| Total Price | $30,665 | $32,965 | $33,720 | $34,330 | $35,625 |
| Total Invoice | $29,440 | $31,646 | $32,370 | $31,966 | $33,305 |
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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: $3,120 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,019 | |||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | Passat | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 170hp I5 | 140hp I4 D | 280hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | S6 | S6 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 215/55-17 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $30,665 | $32,965 | $33,720 | $34,330 | $35,625 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -100 | -545 | -795 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $30,665 | $32,965 | $33,620 | $33,785 | $34,830 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,300 | $2,955 | $0 | $1,045 |
| Total Invoice | $29,440 | $31,646 | $32,370 | $31,966 | $33,305 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -96 | -507 | -743 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $29,440 | $31,646 | $32,274 | $31,459 | $32,562 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $2,206 | $2,834 | $0 | $1,103 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | Passat | Passat | Passat | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $3,105 | $3,105 | $3,205 | $3,650 | $3,900 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $100 | $545 | $795 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -96 | -507 | -743 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2007 |
| Model | Passat | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.4 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 191.6 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 58.5 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,167 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.3 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 56.9 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.8 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.0 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.1 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 | 15.9 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.9 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.9 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 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 | No |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 32% |
| 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% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| 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% |
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