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Ford Explorer vs. BMW X1 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer vs. BMW X1 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $46,265

BMW X1 xDrive35i   
Difference: $7,780

Lowest Total Invoice: $43,265

BMW X1 xDrive35i   
Difference: $8,391

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20162015
ModelExplorerX1
TrimPlatinumxDrive35i
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $52,970 $39,100
Base Invoice $50,587 $36,650
Cargo cover 130  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   550
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   120
Auto-dimming headlights   250
Heated front seats   500
Ultimate Package   4,750
Cargo cover 124  
Metallic paint (extra cost)   500
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   110
Auto-dimming headlights   230
Heated front seats   455
Ultimate Package   4,325
Options (change) 130 6,170
Options (change) 124 5,620
Destination 945 995
Total Price $54,045 $46,265
Total Invoice $51,656 $43,265

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X1

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,060
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $58
Model Year20162015
ModelExplorerX1
TrimPlatinumxDrive35i
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine365hp V6300hp I6
TransmissionT6T6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)16/22 MPG18/27 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)500, 12180, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20225/45-18
Total Price$54,045$46,265
Adjustments for Features-8,8400
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$45,205$46,265
Total Invoice$51,656$43,265
Adjustments for Features-8,4490
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$43,207$43,265

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X1

Model Year20162015
ModelExplorerX1
TrimPlatinumxDrive35i
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100 
Active noise reduction$0 
Adaptive cruise control$600 
Cruise control $150
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100 
Heated steering wheel$100 
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power liftgate$350 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote start$150 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Semi-automated parking system$500 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Blind spot warning system$200 
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100 
Curve control$50 
Forward collision warning$200 
Hill descent control$250 
Inflatable rear seat belts$200 
Knee airbag, passenger$75 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based$200 
Lane departure warning$200 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system$0 
Safety key$5 
Side curtain airbags $350
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Terrain selector$200 
Tires, run-flat $150
Trailer sway control$25 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Wide-view front camera$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Class III trailer hitch$250 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Trailering equipment (7 wire)$150 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Rear air vents with manual controls$150 
Rear HVAC unit$400 
Engine / Motor 
Regenerative braking $0
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250 
Tow hook(s), front$40 
Infotainment 
App support $0
Media drive $15
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25 
S Voice support $0
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
SD Card slot$25 
Siri Eyes Free support $0
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Surround sound$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic + travel information$25 
Traffic information $25
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Headlight washers $50
Interior ambient lighting$150 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only$750 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Steering-linked headlights $150
Xenon HID headlights $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Heated second row seats$200 
Illuminated door sill trim plates$200 
Leather door panel trim$250 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel $150
Massage, driver seat$100 
Massage, passenger seat$100 
Power-stowing third row seats$1000 
Tailgating position, third row seats$50 
Upholstered instrument panel, leather$1000 
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel$150 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Machined alloy wheels$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Total Value of Features$14,460$5,620
Value of Feature Adjustments$8,840$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-8,4490

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X1

Model Year20162015
ModelExplorerX1
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.6 in108.7 in
Length198.3 in176.5 in
Width78.9 in70.8 in
Height70.0 in60.8 in
Curb Weight4,890 lb.3,891 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.16.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.4 in41.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.5 in55.0 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom40.6 in39.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in54.6 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.8 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.5 in34.9 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.3 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.0 ft314.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.9 ft314.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
81.7 ft347.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW X1 xDrive35i

Ultimate Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Smartphone integration0No
App support0No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Media drive15No
Total Requested315089%
Total Not Requested39011%

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