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Volvo XC90 vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Volvo XC90 vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $47,250

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $8,600

Lowest Total Invoice: $43,499

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $8,373

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062012
ModelXC90Explorer
TrimV8Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $46,400 $37,855
Base Invoice $43,651 $35,268
Convenience Package 1,295  
Climate Package 675  
Touring Package 1,795  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 475  
Navigation system 2,120  
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,995 1,995
Polished alloy wheels 400 595
Cargo cover   135
Package 301A   2,250
AWD   2,000
Panoramic sunroof   1,595
Convenience Package 1,113  
Climate Package 580  
Touring Package 1,543  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 408  
Navigation system 1,823  
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,715 1,696
Polished alloy wheels 344 506
Cargo cover   115
Package 301A   1,913
AWD   1,820
Panoramic sunroof   1,356
Options (change) 8,755 8,570
Options (change) 7,526 7,406
Destination 695 825
Total Price $55,850 $47,250
Total Invoice $51,872 $43,499

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volvo XC90 vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,605
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,139
Model Year20062012
ModelXC90Explorer
TrimV8Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine311hp V8290hp V6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)15/21 MPG17/23 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)305, 12390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/60-18255/50-20
Total Price$55,850$47,250
Adjustments for Features0-3,005
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$55,850$44,245
Total Invoice$51,872$43,499
Adjustments for Features0-2,766
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$51,872$40,733

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Features Comparison: Volvo XC90 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20062012
ModelXC90Explorer
TrimV8Limited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power liftgate $350
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Proximity key $250
Remote start $150
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Curve control $50
Hill descent control $250
Rearview camera $200
Safety key $5
Terrain selector $200
Trailer sway control $25
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Climate Control 
Rain-sensing wipers$175 
Variable intermittent wipers $75
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black) $250
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Skid plate (one)$50 
Sunroof$900 
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
HD radio $50
MP3-compatible player $50
Navigation, turn-by-turn $25
Satellite radio $200
SMS text-to-speech reader $25
Traffic + travel information $25
Voice control for external devices $0
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Wi-Fi hotspot capability $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Automatic-off headlights$25 
Fog light, rear$100 
Headlight washers$50 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display $250
Spotter mirror(s) $50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Floor mats, third row (optional)$0 
Folding passenger seat$150 
Folding third row seats$600 
Integrated second row child seat, one$150 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Manual fore-aft center section, second row seat$25 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats $75
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power-stowing third row seats $1000
Tailgating position, third row seats $50
Wood trim$300 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Auto-leveling rear shocks$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$6,100$9,105
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,005
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,766

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Specifications Comparison: Volvo XC90 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20062012
ModelXC90Explorer
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.6 in112.6 in
Length188.9 in197.1 in
Width74.7 in78.9 in
Height70.2 in70.4 in
Curb Weight4,612 lb.4,731 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.18.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.7 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.3 in61.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.0 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom38.4 in40.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.4 in61.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.1 in56.7 in
Row 2 Legroom34.6 in39.8 in
Row 3 Headroom35.5 in37.8 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.8 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.7 in
Row 3 Legroom30.1 in33.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		8.8 ft321.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		43.3 ft343.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		85.1 ft380.7 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Volvo XC90 vs. Ford Explorer specs.

Option Package Details
Volvo XC90 V8

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cargo cover75Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Cargo net40Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Total Requested415100%
Total Not Requested00%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Headlight washers50No
Total Requested20080%
Total Not Requested5020%
Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood trim300No
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel0No
Surround sound250Yes
235/60R18 tires400No
Unbranded, 305W, 12 speakers350No
Total Requested25019%
Total Not Requested105081%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

AWD
FeatureValueRequested?
AWD0Yes
Hill descent control250No
Terrain Selector200No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested450100%
Package 301A
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power liftgate350No
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Total Requested70036%
Total Not Requested122564%

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