Mazda Mazda5 vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison
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For the Mazda Mazda5 vs. Ford Explorer price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Mazda5 vs. Explorer Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Mazda5 and Explorer will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Mazda Mazda5 Touring's price is $11,400 lower than the Ford Explorer Limited's price |
TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda5 vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda5 Touring | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 11,400 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 10,575 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | Mazda5 | Explorer |
| Trim | Touring | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 157hp I4 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T4 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 21/26 MPG | 17/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers | ?, 6 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/50-17 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | 24,890 | 47,260 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -10,970 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | 24,890 | 36,290 |
| Total Invoice | 22,813 | 43,481 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -10,093 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | 22,813 | 33,388 |
Invoice Comparison: Mazda Mazda5 vs. Ford Explorer
Price Comparison (MSRP): Mazda Mazda5 vs. Ford ExplorerThe 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.
| Lowest Total Price: Mazda Mazda5 Touring | ||
| Difference: 22,370 | ||
| Lowest Total Invoice: Mazda Mazda5 Touring | ||
| Difference: 20,668 | ||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | Mazda5 | Explorer |
| Trim | Touring | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | 18,950 | 37,535 |
| Base Invoice | 17,739 | 34,952 |
| All-weather floor mats | 60 | 75 |
| Cargo cover | 150 | 135 |
| Satellite radio | 430 | |
| Navigation system | 2,000 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 175 | |
| Remote start | 350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 75 | |
| Cargo net | 40 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,200 | |
| 4-speed shiftable automatic | 900 | |
| Second-row buckets | 750 | |
| Package 301A | 2,250 | |
| AWD | 2,000 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,095 | |
| All-weather floor mats | 64 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | |
| Satellite radio | 0 | |
| Navigation system | 0 | |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 0 | |
| Remote start | 0 | |
| Universal garage door opener | 0 | |
| Cargo net | 0 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 0 | |
| 4-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | |
| Second-row buckets | 638 | |
| Package 301A | 1,913 | |
| AWD | 1,820 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,798 | |
| Total options | 5,380 | 8,900 |
| Total options | 4,514 | 7,704 |
| Destination | 560 | 825 |
| Total Price | 24,890 | 47,260 |
| Total Invoice | 22,813 | 43,481 |
While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Mazda Mazda5
| Price of the Mazda Mazda5: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD | Cheap. Very good value. |
| 2010 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | 0% 72 MONTHS HERE IN CANADA |
| 2009 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | The price was/is reasonable. Far lower than the much bigger, much less fun to drive Toyota Sienna or Honda Oddessy. Plus, I got $2,000 cash back direct from Mazda at the end of April, 2009. |
| 2009 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Can get a full load of options for around the same cost as the base of models with comparable size and quality. |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Within my budget - the same or much cheaper than other cars with seating for 6 or 7 people. |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD | Low sticker, good base features and high resale makes this a cheap ride. |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD | Hard package to beat for 20k well-equipped |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD | Despite extra cargo room and versatility, price is close to that of the smaller Mazda 3. Even the base model is very well optioned. |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Excellent value for money - 18k for 6 seater car with climate control, sunroof, auto. |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Competitive pricing compared to the similarly sized KIA and perhaps the Matrix/Vibe. |
| Price of the Mazda Mazda5: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD | Not a bad value, but the Chevy HHR was $2000 less and had 15,000 fewer miles. |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Ford Explorer
| Price of the Ford Explorer: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic RWD | With discounts it is very reasonably priced for what you get. |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic RWD | Lots of car for the money. |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range | Great value. Bad for Ford, great for us. |
| 2004 | 4dr 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2002 | 4dr 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. |
Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda5 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | Mazda5 | Explorer |
| Trim | Touring | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 4-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $900 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $300 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $100 | |
| Safety key | $25 | |
| Stability control | $400 | |
| Tire-pressure monitor | $75 | |
| Traction control | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |
| Second-row under-floor storage | $150 | |
| Climate Control and Infotainment | ||
| App support | $125 | |
| 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 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | |
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | |
| HD radio | $100 | |
| In-vehicle Internet capability | $175 | |
| Intermittent wipers | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $150 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $50 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $50 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| WIFI hotspot capability | $125 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit | $350 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | |
| Compass | $25 | |
| Heated mirrors | $25 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Reconfigurable LCD instruments | $300 | |
| Spotter mirrors | $40 | |
| Trip computer | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | |
| Cooled front seats | $300 | |
| Foldaway tray table, second row | $75 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | |
| Heated front seats | $300 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,595 | $15,565 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $10,970 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -10,093 |
Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda5 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2006 | 2011 |
| Model | Mazda5 | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 181.5 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 69.1 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 64.2 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,389 lb. | 4,752 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.7 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.5 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 52.9 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.7 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.4 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.6 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 58.3 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.2 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.1 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 49.2 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.9 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 30.7 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.3 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 44.4 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Limited
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | No |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 100% |
| Package 301A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for infotainment system | 50 | No |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 32% |
| Total Not Requested | 1300 | 68% |
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What Our Members Are Saying about Mazda Mazda5 Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Mazda Mazda5: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
very well put together inside and out. Paint job is above average and fit on panels is perfect. |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Generally excellant fit and finish. |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Nice material choice, very nicely put together. Feels solid. |
| Materials and Workmanship of the Mazda Mazda5: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Materials did not seem that durable in the used 2008 that we looked at....plastic surfaces were scratched and worn after 40,000 miles. |
| 2007 | 4dr Minivan 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The build quality is not the best inside, there are a lot of plastic inside |
| 2006 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Cheap looking and cheap feeling interior materials, particularly the silver-painted trim bits. Centre console is loose and plastics are easily scratched. |
What Our Members Are Saying about Ford Explorer Materials and Workmanship
| Available Features of the Ford Explorer: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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. |
