Volvo V50 Volvo V50 2006 Ford Explorer Ford Explorer 2009

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Volvo V50 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.

Volvo V50 vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $39,320

Volvo V50 T5   
Difference: $2,415

Lowest Total Invoice: $36,512

Volvo V50 T5   
Difference: $1,751

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year200620092009
ModelV50ExplorerExplorer
TrimT5Eddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $28,140 $31,615 $35,550
Base Invoice $26,487 $29,319 $32,901
Convenience Package (wagon) 405    
Premium Package 2,195    
Climate Package 675    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 475    
Stability control 695    
Navigation system 2,120 2,505 1,995
Audio Package 895    
5-speed shiftable automatic 1,250    
AWD 1,775 2,320 2,320
Convenience Package   995  
4.6L V8   1,310 1,310
Sunroof   850 850
255/50R20   1,325 630
Convenience Package (wagon) 348    
Premium Package 1,887    
Climate Package 580    
Metallic paint (extra cost) 408    
Stability control 597    
Navigation system 1,823 2,129 1,696
Audio Package 769    
5-speed shiftable automatic 1,250    
AWD 1,668 2,112 2,112
Convenience Package   846  
4.6L V8   1,192 1,192
Sunroof   723 723
255/50R20   1,127 536
Options (change) 10,485 9,305 7,105
Options (change) 9,330 8,129 6,259
Destination 695 815 815
Total Price $39,320 $41,735 $43,470
Total Invoice $36,512 $38,263 $39,975

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Volvo V50 dealer quotes or Ford Explorer dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volvo V50 vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volvo V50 T5
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,315
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $743
Model Year200620092009
ModelV50ExplorerExplorer
TrimT5Eddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine218hp I5292hp V8292hp V8
TransmissionT5A6A6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)20/28 MPG13/19 MPG13/19 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)305, 12190, 7190, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)205/55-16255/50-20255/50-20
Total Price$39,320$41,735$43,470
Adjustments for Features0-1,100-2,600
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$39,320$40,635$40,870
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$235
Total Invoice$36,512$38,263$39,975
Adjustments for Features0-1,008-2,391
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$36,512$37,255$37,584
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$329

Return to top

Features Comparison: Volvo V50 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year200620092009
ModelV50ExplorerExplorer
TrimT5Eddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1000  
6-speed automatic $1000$1000
AWD$1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50$50
Power-adjustable pedals $125$125
Remote window/roof operation$15  
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25$25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0  
Brake assist$50  
Obstacle detection, rear $250$250
Rollover sensor $50$50
Tire-pressure monitor $75$75
Trailer sway control $25$25
Vehicle health reports $0$0
Cargo Management 
Cargo cover$75$75 
Class II trailer hitch $200$200
Roof rack $300$300
Roof rails$250  
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125$125
Climate Control 
Interior air filter$0  
Rain-sensing wipers$175  
Rear air vents $100 
Rear air vents with manual controls  $150
Rear HVAC unit  $400
Variable intermittent wipers $75$75
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings$75  
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25  
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275
Running boards $350$350
Wheel-lip moldings $75$75
Infotainment 
Aux input $50$50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100$100
CD changer, in-dash$325  
CD player $125$125
DVD-compatible player $0$0
Media drive $15$15
MP3-compatible player $50$50
Satellite radio $200$200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25
Surround sound$250  
Traffic + travel information $25$25
Voice control for external devices $0$0
Voice control for nav and audio $100$100
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25  
Fog light, rear$100  
Headlight washers$50  
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100  
Center armrest(s), second row$50 $50
Folding passenger seat$150  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual recliner, second row seats  $75
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100  
Power-folding third row seats  $1000
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350  
Polished alloy wheels $350$350
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0  
Total Value of Features$5,190$6,290$7,790
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,100$2,600
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,008-2,391

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Volvo V50 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20062009
ModelV50Explorer
Body4dr Wagon4dr SUV
Wheelbase103.9 in113.7 in
Length177.7 in193.4 in
Width69.7 in73.7 in
Height57.2 in72.8 in
Curb Weight3,548 lb.4,706 lb.
Fuel Capacity15.9 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.9 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room55.2 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room53.7 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom41.6 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom38.1 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.1 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room50.7 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom34.4 in36.9 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.4 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in53.1 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in45.3 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in34.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
27.4 ft313.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
27.443.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
62.9 ft383.7 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Volvo V50 T5

Convenience Package (wagon)
FeatureValueRequested?
Roof rails250Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Compass0Yes
Cargo organizer100No
Total Requested50083%
Total Not Requested10017%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested235096%
Total Not Requested1004%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested20057%
Total Not Requested15043%
Audio Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200No
Surround sound250No
Unbranded, 305W, 12 speakers350No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested800100%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer

255/50R20 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
255/50R20 tires400No
Polished alloy wheels0No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested400100%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested95072%
Total Not Requested37528%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested60056%
Total Not Requested46544%
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
FeatureValueRequested?
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
1000Yes
6-speed automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

255/50R20 tires
FeatureValueRequested?
255/50R20 tires400No
Polished alloy wheels-250No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested150100%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested60084%
Total Not Requested11516%
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
FeatureValueRequested?
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
1000Yes
6-speed automatic0Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Wagons
See TrueDelta's information for all Volvo models.