Vehicle price comparison
Ram 1500 vs Ford Explorer Sunroof prices
Saurabh Kumar
Co-Founder & CTO, Part Price Guide
Built the pricing pipeline that collects and normalizes used OEM part listings from salvage yards and online marketplaces across the US.
Ambika Sharma
Co-Founder & COO, Part Price Guide
12 years of project management and technical operations experience. Reviews price guides for sample size, fitment accuracy, and data freshness.
Price face-off
Median price comparison
Market analysis
Why does the Ford Explorer sunroof cost more?
A used Ford Explorer sunroof carries a median asking price of $319, which is 2% higher than the Ram 1500 at $313. Supply also plays a role: Ram 1500 has 1,222 priced listings versus 1,194 for Ford Explorer, and more listings generally mean more choices and more competitive pricing.
The Ram 1500 average ($413) runs 32% above its median ($313), indicating a tail of high-priced listings — likely low-mileage or remanufactured units pulling the average up.
The Ram 1500 sunroof is interchangeable across 18 model years versus just 14 for the Ford Explorer — that wider compatibility window means more donor vehicles in salvage yards and tends to push prices lower.
Buyer's checklist
What to check before buying a used sunroof
- Inspect rubber perimeter glass seals for cracking, shrinkage, or weather damage that causes cabin water leaks.
- Examine assembly track guide rails and plastic lift arms for broken teeth, cracked slide shoes, or bent cable drive mechanisms.
- Verify motor connector pinouts and confirm whether the assembly includes the glass panel, frame tray, drain tubes, and sunshade curtain.
- Check glass panel tint, solar coating condition, and mounting hole geometry, as roof pressings can change between trim packages.
Full price guide
Ram 1500 Sunroof
$71 – $1,745 · 1,222 listings
Full price guide
Ford Explorer Sunroof
$56 – $1,261 · 1,194 listings
Common questions
Ram 1500 vs Ford Explorer sunroof FAQ
Is a used Ram 1500 sunroof cheaper than a Ford Explorer?
Ram 1500 has the lower median by $6 (2%). The Ram 1500 sunroof ranges from $71 to $1,745 across 1,222 listings, while the Ford Explorer ranges from $56 to $1,261 across 1,194 listings.
Can I use a Ram 1500 sunroof in a Ford Explorer?
This comparison describes pricing, not interchangeability. Even when two parts share similar prices, they may require different engines, trims, electronics, or mounting points. Always match the seller's part number against your VIN before purchasing.
How many listings does this comparison cover?
This comparison draws from 1,222 priced Ram 1500 listings and 1,194 priced Ford Explorer listings — 2,416 in total.
Are there different trim variants to choose from?
Yes. The Ram 1500 sunroof has 2 trim variants and the Ford Explorer has 2. Variants differ by engine size, drivetrain, or part number — matching the right variant is critical for proper fitment.
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