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Mazda Mazda6 vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison

Mazda Mazda6 vs Ford Explorer Price Comparison:
Mazda Mazda6 vs Ford Explorer Price Comparison:

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For the Mazda Mazda6 vs. Ford Explorer price comparison, we have first equipped the cars with selected features. The specific options added are shown in the Mazda6 vs. Explorer Price Comparison table. If you want to know how much the Mazda6 and Explorer will cost with the features you specified, this is the table to check. In this case, the Mazda Mazda6 s's price is $2,372 lower than the Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer's price

Each car includes features you didn't request, and that aren't included on the other car. In the Mazda6 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 Mazda6 s, the Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer includes additional features worth $2760. 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 $2760 adjustment for the Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer's additional features, the Mazda Mazda6 s is $2,372 less than the Mazda Mazda6 s.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda6 s
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 2,372
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 2,585
Model Year200920082008
ModelMazda6ExplorerExplorer
TrimsEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine272hp V6292hp V8292hp V8
TransmissionT6A6A6
DrivetrainFWD4WD w/4L4WD w/4L
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)17/25 MPG13/19 MPG13/19 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers333, 10190, 7190, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18245/65-17235/65-18
Total Price33,32338,45539,810
Adjustments for Features0-2,760-3,210
Feature-Adjusted Total Price33,32335,69536,600
Cost Above Minimum00905
Total Invoice30,30835,43636,817
Adjustments for Features0-2,543-2,969
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice30,30832,89333,848
Cost Above Minimum00955

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Invoice Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Ford Explorer

Price Comparison (MSRP): Mazda Mazda6 vs. Ford Explorer

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

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Lowest Total Price: Mazda Mazda6 s
Difference: 5,132
Lowest Total Invoice: Mazda Mazda6 s
Difference: 5,128
Model Year200920082008
ModelMazda6ExplorerExplorer
TrimsEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price24,33029,24532,395
Base Invoice22,48227,27330,178
Moonroof and Bose Package1,760  
Grand Touring Package4,135  
235/45WR180  
Navigation system2,0001,9951,995
All-weather floor mats785555
Remote start350385385
Sun and Sirius Package 560560
Luxury Package 1,290 
Audiophile Package 510 
4.6L V8 1,3101,310
4WD w/low range 2,3202,325
Moonroof and Bose Package 00
Grand Touring Package 00
235/45WR18 00
Navigation system 1,6961,696
All-weather floor mats 4747
Remote start 326326
Sun and Sirius Package 476476
Luxury Package 1,0970
Audiophile Package 4330
4.6L V8 1,1921,192
4WD w/low range 2,1112,117
Total options8,3238,4256,630
Total options7,1567,3785,854
Destination670785785
Total Price33,32338,45539,810
Total Invoice30,30835,43636,817

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Price of the the Mazda Mazda6

Price of the Mazda Mazda6: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
20094dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		Probably mostly due to the economy tanking, and car dealerships wanting to move product, I got a very good deal on this car.
20074dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
6-speed manual FWD		Approx $3500AUD less than comparable Toyota Camry with similar features.
20074dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD		I bought it via internet shopping-the only way to go. Got a great price & saved more w/refi.
20064dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual AWD		Picked mine up pre-owned with 17k on the clock and about 3 years old. As a used car, it is hard to find a better bargain for what it offers. Cost thousands less than any Evo, Sti, or R32 I could find on the market.
20064dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual AWD		I bought as a 2006 leftover when the 2007 MY was already available.
20054dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD		It fit my budget. What else are you supposed to put here?
20054dr Wagon 215-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		I got an excellent deal on my Mazda6, about $800-$1000 less than a comparable car with similar equipment.
20044dr Wagon 220-horsepower 3.0L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		Was going to buy a 2004 with $4000 model year-end rebate
Price of the Mazda Mazda6: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
20144dr Sedan 184-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		Extras added up quickly, but you get what you pay for. No special MSRP discounts from Mazda, as the car has only been out for a short time this year. Toyota and Honda were offering better discounts.
20094dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		The price changed between our phone conversation and my visit to the dealer.
20094dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		More expensive than Malibu with fewer features.

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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 Mazda6 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year200920082008
ModelMazda6ExplorerExplorer
TrimsEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
6-speed automatic $1000$1000
FWD$0  
4WD w/low range $2200$2200
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad $50$50
Power-adjustable pedals $125$125
Proximity key$250  
Remote window/roof operation$15  
Tilt steering wheel, manual $150$150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Blind spot warning system$200  
Compact spare tire$75  
Front seat active head restraints$50  
Full-size spare tire $225$225
Obstacle detection, rear  $300
Rollover sensor $100$100
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40  
Class II trailer hitch $200$200
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate $150$150
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Roof rails $250$250
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125$125
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Interior air filter$25  
iPod integration $150$150
Rain-sensing wipers$175  
Rear air vents $100$100
Rear wiper $175$175
SMS text-to-speech reader $50$50
Surround sound$250  
Variable intermittent wipers $75$75
Voice control for external devices $50$50
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$50  
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275
Rear bumper protector $40$40
Running boards $350$350
Wheel-lip moldings $75$75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75  
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75  
Interior ambient lighting$150  
Xenon HID headlights$500  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$100
Power recliner, passenger seat$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Chrome-clad alloy wheels  $500
White-letter tires $0$0
Total Value of Features$3,855$6,615$7,065
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,760$3,210
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,543-2,969

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20092008
ModelMazda6Explorer
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV
Wheelbase109.8 in113.7 in
Length193.7 in193.4 in
Width72.4 in73.7 in
Height57.9 in72.8 in
Curb Weight3,547 lb.4,706 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.22.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.4 in39.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in59.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.1 in55.4 in
Row 1 Legroom42.5 in42.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.3 in38.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.5 in58.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.9 in55.5 in
Row 2 Legroom38.0 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		16.6 ft313.6 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2		16.643.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		16.683.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
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Moonroof and Bose Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
MP3-compatible player50Yes
Surround sound250No
Bose, 333W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested145071%
Total Not Requested60029%
Grand Touring Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated300Yes
Power recline, passenger100No
Power fore-aft, passenger100Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Memory system, driver200Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass25Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Fog lights125Yes
Alarm100No
Upgraded instruments0No
Keyless access and ignition250No
Power fore-aft, driver100Yes
Power height, driver50Yes
Power tilt, driver100Yes
Power recline, driver100Yes
Manual lumbar, driver50Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Blind spot warning system200No
Interior ambient lighting150No
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100No
Automatic headlights100Yes
Xenon HID headlights500No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested300066%
Total Not Requested157534%

Option Package Details
Eddie Bauer

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio50Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Heated mirrors25Yes
Heated300Yes
Power fore-aft, passenger100Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver200Yes
Power height, passenger100No
Power tilt, passenger100No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested105076%
Total Not Requested32524%
Audiophile Package
FeatureValueRequested?
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested20036%
Total Not Requested35064%
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
Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio50Yes
Total Requested650100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sun and Sirius Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Total Requested1100100%
Total Not Requested00%
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%

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What Our Members Are Saying about Mazda Mazda6 Materials and Workmanship

Available Features of the Mazda Mazda6: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 I was pleasantly surprised by the excellent paint and precise panel fits (better than the 2010 Honda Accord I previously owned). The doors close with a dull, Teutonic thunk. Inside, fit and finish is very good with generally good materials.
2009 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 There are no cheap materials in this car; interior AND exterior. The vehicle is solid; no rattling noises.
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual AWD		 I was surprised by the interior finish, actually a nice place to be. Cabin is comfortable, even on long road trips. Interior plastics do not have cheap feel and fitment is on par with an Acura sedan.
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual AWD		 Fit and finish was better than any car I have ever owned. In about 25K miles of ownership, I did not have one thing break, fall off, or come unstuck. The car was built in Hiroshima, Japan (not in the US).
2004 4dr Sedan 220-horsepower 3.0L V6
5-speed manual FWD		 No rattles, well screwed together
Materials and Workmanship of the Mazda Mazda6: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Some of the plastics are cheap hard plastic.
2009 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Too many small rattles and little problems. Granted this was the first year model run, but the quality control needs to be upgraded. Dealer and manufacturer support has been the best!
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual AWD		 The interior just feels too cheap - especially for a car with MSRP of over $30000.
2004 4dr Wagon 220-horsepower 3.0L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Inferior quality of interior plastics used. Persistent (and irritating) squeaking and rattling noises from steering column and dashboard.
2004 4dr Wagon 220-horsepower 3.0L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Interior materials not up to standards of Honda or Toyota
2003 4dr Sedan 220-horsepower 3.0L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Too much hard plastic. Fit/finish was just OK.

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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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