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Mazda MPV vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison

Mazda MPV vs Ford Explorer Price Comparison:
Mazda MPV vs Ford Explorer Price Comparison:

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Summary

For the Mazda MPV vs. Ford Explorer price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the MPV vs. Explorer Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the MPV and Explorer will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Mazda MPV ES's price is $5,575 lower than the Ford Explorer Limited's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the MPV vs. Explorer Features Comparison table we've tallied these features up and assigned monetary values to them using the site's default values. For example, compared to the Mazda MPV ES, the Ford Explorer Limited includes additional features worth $6160. The TrueDelta Value Comparison figures include adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players. Additional notes

0 In this case, despite a $6160 adjustment for the Ford Explorer Limited's additional features, the Mazda MPV ES is $5,575 less than the Mazda MPV ES.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda MPV vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda MPV ES
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 5,575
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 5,405
Model Year20062010
ModelMPVExplorer
TrimESLimited
Body4dr Minivan4dr SUV
Engine200hp V6210hp V6
TransmissionA5A5
DrivetrainFWD4WD w/4L
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/25 MPG13/19 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers180, 9190, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)215/60-17235/65-18
Total Price33,07544,810
Adjustments for Features0-6,160
Feature-Adjusted Total Price33,07538,650
Total Invoice30,20641,287
Adjustments for Features0-5,676
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice30,20635,611

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Invoice Comparison: Mazda MPV vs. Ford Explorer

Price Comparison (MSRP): Mazda MPV vs. Ford Explorer

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.

Lowest Total Price: Mazda MPV ES
Difference: 11,735
Lowest Total Invoice: Mazda MPV ES
Difference: 11,081
Model Year20062010
ModelMPVExplorer
TrimESLimited
Body4dr Minivan4dr SUV
Base Price28,51536,280
Base Invoice26,37733,774
Auto-dimming rearview mirror230 
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted1,2001,295
Class II trailer hitch450 
Roof rack250 
All-weather floor mats12075
Remote start350385
Satellite radio430 
Sunroof900 
Universal garage door opener70 
Quad Bucket Seating Group 795
Navigation and Moon Package 2,845
4WD w/low range 2,320
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 0
Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted 1,101
Class II trailer hitch 0
Roof rack 0
All-weather floor mats 64
Remote start 327
Satellite radio 0
Sunroof 0
Universal garage door opener 0
Quad Bucket Seating Group 676
Navigation and Moon Package 2,418
4WD w/low range 2,112
Total options4,0007,715
Total options3,2696,698
Destination560815
Total Price33,07544,810
Total Invoice30,20641,287

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Mazda MPV

Price of the Mazda MPV: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
20034dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
5-speed automatic FWD		Again, best value when compared to Oditty and Sienna.
20034dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
5-speed automatic FWD		Over $5K cheaper when new versus Toyota or Honda
Price of the Mazda MPV: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
20054dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
5-speed automatic FWD		fairly expensive given the recent Mazda-5 pricing though should be a bargain on the used market

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Ford Explorer

Price of the Ford Explorer: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
20064dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed automatic RWD		With discounts it is very reasonably priced for what you get.
20064dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed automatic RWD		Lots of car for the money.
20054dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range		Great value. Bad for Ford, great for us.
20044dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range		With the incentives, buying this SUV felt like I was getting a huge bargain. By my 5th year of ownership, I felt like I got ripped off based on the cost to maintain this vehicle.
Price of the Ford Explorer: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
20024dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range		Too expensive in the market compared to more reliable trucks available like Honda Pilots.

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Features Comparison: Mazda MPV vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20062010
ModelMPVExplorer
TrimESLimited
Body4dr Minivan4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
5-speed automatic$900$900
FWD$0 
4WD w/low range $2200
Accessories 
Dual power sliding doors$800 
Keyless entry keypad $50
Power-adjustable pedals $125
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist $25
Obstacle detection, rear $300
Rollover sensor $100
Safety key $25
Side curtain airbags $350
Stability control $400
Tire-pressure monitor $75
Trailer sway control $25
Vehicle health reports $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40 
Console with shifter $150
Second-row high console $250
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Automatic climate control, front $200
Aux input $100
Bluetooth audio streaming $25
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD player $125
Dual-zone climate control $125
DVD-compatible player $0
Interior air filter$25 
iPod integration $150
Media drive, large $100
Navigation system $600
SMS text-to-speech reader $50
Traffic + travel information $50
Voice control for external devices $50
Voice control for nav and audio $100
Exterior 
Body kit$350 
Bodyside moldings$75 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$50 
Running boards $350
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Automatic headlights $125
Heated mirrors $25
Trip computer $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Foldaway tray table, front row$75 
Heated front seats $300
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75 
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50
Manual recliner, third row seats$125 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power-folding third row seats $1000
Removable second row seats$0 
Stowable third row seats$600 
Tailgating position, third row seats$50 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350 
Polished alloy wheels $700
White-letter tires $0
Total Value of Features$3,965$10,125
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$6,160
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,676

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda MPV vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20062010
ModelMPVExplorer
Body4dr Minivan4dr SUV
Wheelbase111.8 in113.7 in
Length189.5 in193.4 in
Width72.1 in73.7 in
Height69.1 in72.8 in
Curb Weight3,754 lb.4,615 lb.
Fuel Capacity19.8 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.0 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.8 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room54.6 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom40.8 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom39.3 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room60.8 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room62.6 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom37.0 in36.9 in
Row 3 Headroom38.0 in37.4 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room58.1 in53.1 in
Row 3 Hip Room46.9 in45.3 in
Row 3 Legroom35.6 in34.9 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		17.2 ft313.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		53.7 ft343.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		127.0 ft383.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
Limited

Quad Bucket Seating Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row buckets500Yes
Second-row high console250No
Total Requested50067%
Total Not Requested25033%
Navigation and Moon Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600No
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio50No
Media hard drive100No
Total Requested00%
Total Not Requested750100%

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What Our Members Are Saying about Mazda MPV Materials and Workmanship

Available Features of the Mazda MPV: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2002 4dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
5-speed automatic FWD		 Looks good. Superior than American made models
Materials and Workmanship of the Mazda MPV: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2004 4dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
5-speed automatic FWD		 I am not sure how it compares to other vans, but having owned both, I understand why Mazda is half-a-price of a Volvo wagon.
2002 4dr Minivan 200-horsepower 3.0L V6
5-speed automatic FWD		 Too many small problems.

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What Our Members Are Saying about Ford Explorer Materials and Workmanship

Available Features of the Ford Explorer: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 The interior and exterior finishes are of a luxury styling. More akin to a BMW or Mercedes. Great leather perferated seats. Everything about the workmanship says sturdy and long lasting.
Materials and Workmanship of the Ford Explorer: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2004 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic AWD		 Constant problems, failed transmission and drivetrain, junk!
2002 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range		 Cheap parts.

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