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Volkswagen Routan 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 Routan vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $41,835 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $3,265 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $37,555 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $5,730 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Routan | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SEL Premium | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $44,280 | $30,200 | $32,515 |
| Base Invoice | $42,465 | $27,518 | $29,578 |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | ||
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 795 | 795 | |
| Third-row seat | 845 | 845 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | 650 | 650 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 255 | 255 | |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | 495 | 495 | |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | ||
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | 676 | 676 | |
| Third-row seat | 718 | 718 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | 553 | 553 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,068 | 1,068 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 217 | 217 | |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | |
| Power-folding third row seats | 421 | 421 | |
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | |
| Options (change) | 0 | 10,990 | 9,290 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 9,392 | 7,947 |
| Destination | 820 | 645 | 645 |
| Total Price | $45,100 | $41,835 | $42,450 |
| Total Invoice | $43,285 | $37,555 | $38,170 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Volkswagen Routan SEL Premium | |||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,665 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $998 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Routan | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SEL Premium | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 283hp V6 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/25 MPG | 15/21 MPG | 15/21 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 506, 9 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/65-17 | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 |
| Total Price | $45,100 | $41,835 | $42,450 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,930 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,170 | $41,835 | $42,450 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $615 |
| Total Invoice | $43,285 | $37,555 | $38,170 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,732 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,553 | $37,555 | $38,170 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $615 |
Features Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | Routan | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | SEL Premium | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Dual power sliding doors | $800 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power flip-out rear side windows | $125 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | ||
| Sunshades, third row | $125 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Front side airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead console storage compartments | $100 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Removable console | $200 | ||
| Second-row high console | $250 | $250 | |
| Second-row under-floor storage | $150 | ||
| Sliding center console | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Additional screen for entertainment system | $200 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Second DVD player for entertainment system | $200 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Conversation mirror | $25 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, third row seats | $150 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Auto-leveling rear shocks | $200 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,480 | $4,550 | $4,550 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,930 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,732 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Volkswagen Routan vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Routan | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 202.5 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 76.9 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,494 lb. | 4,531 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.2 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 63.0 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.2 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 64.7 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.3 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.9 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 62.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 31.8 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 140.6 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Rear HVAC unit | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 225 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Second-row high console | 250 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 625 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 29% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 26% |
| 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
| Rear HVAC unit | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear HVAC unit | 400 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 225 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Quad Bucket Seating Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Second-row buckets | 500 | Yes |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Second-row high console | 250 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 625 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 29% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | Yes |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 26% |
| 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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