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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 Grand Touring's price is $3,525 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 $3320. 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 $3320 adjustment for the Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer's additional features, the Mazda Mazda6 s Grand Touring is $3,525 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: 3,525
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: 2,092
Model Year201220062006
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 MPG14/20 MPG14/20 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers333, 10190, 7190, 7
Tire (rear if not all the same)235/45-18245/65-17245/65-17
Total Price32,88039,72540,340
Adjustments for Features0-3,320-3,670
Feature-Adjusted Total Price32,88036,40536,670
Cost Above Minimum00265
Total Invoice30,76135,84936,464
Adjustments for Features0-2,996-3,317
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice30,76132,85333,147
Cost Above Minimum00294

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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: 6,845
Lowest Total Invoice: Mazda Mazda6 s Grand Touring
Difference: 5,088
Model Year201220062006
ModelMazda6ExplorerExplorer
Trims Grand TouringEddie BauerLimited
Body4dr Sedan4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price29,81030,20032,515
Base Invoice28,14627,51829,578
Auto-dimming rearview mirror200  
Navigation system2,0001,9951,995
Universal garage door opener75  
Ultimate Convenience Group 350350
Luxury Package 1,700 
4.6L V8 1,2001,200
Side curtain airbags 560560
Sunroof 850850
4WD w/low range 2,2252,225
Auto-dimming rearview mirror 00
Navigation system 1,6961,696
Universal garage door opener 00
Ultimate Convenience Group 298298
Luxury Package 1,4450
4.6L V8 1,0681,068
Side curtain airbags 476476
Sunroof 723723
4WD w/low range 1,9801,980
Total options2,2758,8807,180
Total options1,8207,6866,241
Destination795645645
Total Price32,88039,72540,340
Total Invoice30,76135,84936,464

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Features Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year201220062006
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  
Front seat active head restraints$50  
Rearview camera$200  
Rollover sensor $100$100
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat$40  
Class II trailer hitch $200$200
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Roof rails $250$250
Trailering equipment (4 wire) $125$125
Climate Control and Infotainment 
Aux input$100  
Bluetooth audio streaming$25  
Bluetooth cell phone link$100  
Interior air filter$25  
Rear air vents $100$100
Rear wiper $175$175
Surround sound$250  
Traffic information$50  
Voice control for nav and audio$100  
Exterior 
Bodyside moldings $75$75
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$50  
Deep-tinted rear windows $275$275
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 
All-terrain tires $0$0
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Polished alloy wheels  $700
White-letter tires $0$0
Total Value of Features$3,080$6,400$6,750
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$3,320$3,670
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,996-3,317

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Specifications Comparison: Mazda Mazda6 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20122006
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

Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Rollover sensor100No
Total Requested35078%
Total Not Requested10022%
Ultimate Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested10044%
Total Not Requested12556%
Luxury Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Audio controls on steering wheel125Yes
Heated mirrors25No
Heated300Yes
Memory system, driver200No
Dual-zone climate control125Yes
Power fore-aft, passenger100No
Power height, passenger100No
Power tilt, passenger100No
CD changer, in-dash200Yes
Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested95052%
Total Not Requested87548%
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

Side curtain airbags
FeatureValueRequested?
Side curtain airbags350Yes
Rollover sensor100No
Total Requested35078%
Total Not Requested10022%
Ultimate Convenience Group
FeatureValueRequested?
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Total Requested10044%
Total Not Requested12556%
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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