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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: $36,210 Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium | ||
| Difference: $8,640 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,645 Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium | ||
| Difference: $6,693 | ||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | Passat | Explorer |
| Trim | V6 SEL Premium | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $34,650 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $33,230 | $35,268 |
| Rear spoiler | 375 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 235 | 75 |
| Cargo net | 100 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,500 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Rear spoiler | 300 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 185 | 64 |
| Cargo net | 80 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,825 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Options (change) | 710 | 6,170 |
| Options (change) | 565 | 5,245 |
| Destination | 850 | 825 |
| Total Price | $36,210 | $44,850 |
| Total Invoice | $34,645 | $41,338 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat V6 SEL Premium | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,215 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,458 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | Passat | Explorer |
| Trim | V6 SEL Premium | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 280hp V6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | S6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/28 MPG | 17/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 400, 9 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 235/45-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $36,210 | $44,850 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,425 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,210 | $42,425 |
| Total Invoice | $34,645 | $41,338 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,235 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,645 | $39,103 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2012 |
| Model | Passat | Explorer |
| Trim | V6 SEL Premium | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| 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 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $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 | ||
| Analog clock | $25 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $5,530 | $7,955 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,425 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,235 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Passat vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 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 | 3,571 lb. | 4,557 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
| Package 302A / 303A | ||
| 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 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| 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 | 2875 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 1300 | 31% |
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