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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: $43,340

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $1,050

Lowest Total Invoice: $40,028

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $1,425

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201420142011
ModelXC90XC90Explorer
Trim3.23.2 R-DesignLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $39,700 $42,700 $37,535
Base Invoice $37,318 $40,138 $34,952
Climate Package 700 700  
Blind spot warning system 700 700 495
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550  
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,825 1,825 2,095
Platinum Package   2,700  
Navigation system     795
Panoramic sunroof     1,595
Climate Package 658 658  
Blind spot warning system 658 658 421
Metallic paint (extra cost) 517 517  
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,387 1,387 1,798
Platinum Package   2,538  
Navigation system     676
Panoramic sunroof     1,356
Options (change) 3,775 6,475 4,980
Options (change) 3,220 5,758 4,251
Destination 915 915 825
Total Price $44,390 $50,090 $43,340
Total Invoice $41,453 $46,811 $40,028

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Volvo XC90 vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,120
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,337
Model Year201420142011
ModelXC90XC90Explorer
Trim3.23.2 R-DesignLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine240hp I6240hp I6290hp V6
TransmissionT6T6T6
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)15/22 MPG15/22 MPG17/25 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)160, 8650, 12390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/60-18255/50-19255/50-20
Total Price$44,390$50,090$43,340
Adjustments for Features0-2,075-2,070
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$44,390$48,015$41,270
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,625$0
Total Invoice$41,453$46,811$40,028
Adjustments for Features0-1,939-1,912
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$41,453$44,872$38,116
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,419$0

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Features Comparison: Volvo XC90 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year201420142011
ModelXC90XC90Explorer
Trim3.23.2 R-DesignLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100
FWD$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Keyless entry keypad  $50
Power-adjustable pedals  $125
Proximity key  $250
Remote start  $150
Universal garage door opener $100$100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0 
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Curve control  $50
Rearview camera $200$200
Safety key  $5
Trailer sway control  $25
Vehicle health reports  $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo net  $40
Cargo organizer $100 
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150$150 
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100 
Rain-sensing wipers$175$175 
Variable intermittent wipers  $75
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)  $250
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25
Panoramic sunroof  $1200
Sunroof$900$900 
Infotainment 
Navigation system $600$600
Navigation, turn-by-turn  $25
SD Card slot  $25
Second DVD player for entertainment system$200$200 
Surround sound $250$250
Traffic + travel information  $25
Traffic information $25 
Voice control for external devices  $0
Voice control for nav and audio  $100
Wi-Fi hotspot capability  $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming rearview mirror  $150
Automatic headlights  $125
Automatic-off headlights$25$25 
Compass $0 
Fog light, rear$100$100 
Fog lights  $125
Headlight washers$50$50 
Interior ambient lighting  $150
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display  $250
Spotter mirror(s)  $50
Steering-linked headlights $150 
Xenon HID headlights $500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Aluminum trim$100$100 
Floor mats, third row (optional)$0$0 
Folding passenger seat $150 
Folding third row seats$600$600 
Integrated second row child seat, one$150$150 
Leather door panel trim$250$250 
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats$200$200 
Manual fore-aft center section, second row seat$25$25 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Manual recliner, second row seats  $75
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat  $100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100 
Stowable third row seats  $600
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Auto-leveling rear shocks$200$200 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0$0 
Total Value of Features$4,475$6,550$6,545
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,075$2,070
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,939-1,912

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Specifications Comparison: Volvo XC90 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20142011
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 Weight4,544 lb.4,578 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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Option Package Details
Volvo XC90 3.2

Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Automatic air recirculation100No
Total Requested20067%
Total Not Requested10033%

Option Package Details
Volvo XC90 3.2 R-Design

Platinum Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Unbranded, 650W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested107575%
Total Not Requested35025%
Climate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Automatic air recirculation100No
Total Requested20067%
Total Not Requested10033%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Blind spot warning system
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Total Requested20067%
Total Not Requested10033%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Total Requested60089%
Total Not Requested7511%

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