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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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Summary

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 Grand Touring's price is $1,072 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 Grand Touring, the Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer includes additional features worth $4135. 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 $4135 adjustment for the Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer's additional features, the Mazda Mazda6 s Grand Touring is $1,072 less than the Mazda Mazda6 s Grand Touring.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mazda Mazda6 s Grand Touring
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: 1,072
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 1,227
Model Year201120082008
ModelMazda6ExplorerExplorer
Trims Grand TouringEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine272hp V6292hp V8292hp V8
TransmissionT6A6A6
DrivetrainFWD4WD w/4L4WD w/4L
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)18/27 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 Price33,24838,45539,810
Adjustments for Features0-4,135-4,585
Feature-Adjusted Total Price33,24834,32035,225
Cost Above Minimum00905
Total Invoice30,39935,43636,817
Adjustments for Features0-3,810-4,240
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice30,39931,62632,577
Cost Above Minimum00951

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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.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Lowest Total Price: Mazda Mazda6 s Grand Touring
Difference: 5,207
Lowest Total Invoice: Mazda Mazda6 s Grand Touring
Difference: 5,037
Model Year201120082008
ModelMazda6ExplorerExplorer
Trims Grand TouringEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price29,32029,24532,395
Base Invoice27,09827,27330,178
Auto-dimming rearview mirror200  
Navigation system2,0001,9951,995
All-weather floor mats785555
Satellite radio430  
Remote start350385385
Universal garage door opener75  
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
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 00
Navigation system 1,6961,696
All-weather floor mats 4747
Satellite radio 00
Remote start 326326
Universal garage door opener 00
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 options3,1338,4256,630
Total options2,5067,3785,854
Destination795785785
Total Price33,24838,45539,810
Total Invoice30,39935,43636,817

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year201120082008
ModelMazda6ExplorerExplorer
Trims Grand TouringEddie 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
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
Rearview camera$200  
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 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25  
Interior air filter$25  
iPod integration $150$150
Rear air vents $100$100
Rear wiper $175$175
SMS text-to-speech reader $50$50
Surround sound$250  
Traffic information$50  
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 
Automatic headlights $125$125
Automatic-off headlights$25  
Heated mirrors $25$25
Turn signals on or near mirrors$25  
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat$50  
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $50$50
Memory system, driver seat $200$200
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100$100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat $100$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$2,855$6,990$7,440
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$4,135$4,585
Value of Feature Adjustments0-3,810-4,240

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20112008
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
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 mirrors25No
Heated300Yes
Power fore-aft, passenger100No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Memory system, driver200No
Power height, passenger100No
Power tilt, passenger100No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Total Requested72553%
Total Not Requested65047%
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 the Price of the Mazda Mazda6

Price of the Mazda Mazda6: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr 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.
2007 4dr 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.
2007 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
6-speed manual FWD		 Approx $3500AUD less than comparable Toyota Camry with similar features.
2006 4dr 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.
2006 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual AWD		 I bought as a 2006 leftover when the 2007 MY was already available.
2005 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 It fit my budget. What else are you supposed to put here?
2005 4dr 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.
2004 4dr 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
2014 4dr 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.
2009 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 More expensive than Malibu with fewer features.
2009 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 The price changed between our phone conversation and my visit to the dealer.

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

Price of the Ford Explorer: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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.

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