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BMW 3-Series vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
BMW 3-Series vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $44,910 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $3,165 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,389 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $2,966 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | Explorer |
| Trim | 328i | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $37,150 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $34,380 | $35,268 |
| Premium Package | 1,900 | |
| Navigation system | 2,100 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,400 | |
| Proximity key | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | |
| Roof rails | 100 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,500 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Premium Package | 1,730 | |
| Navigation system | 1,910 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,135 | |
| Proximity key | 455 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | |
| Roof rails | 90 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,825 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | |
| Options (change) | 10,050 | 6,230 |
| Options (change) | 9,100 | 5,296 |
| Destination | 875 | 825 |
| Total Price | $48,075 | $44,910 |
| Total Invoice | $44,355 | $41,389 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,550 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,007 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | Explorer |
| Trim | 328i | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $48,075 | $44,910 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,385 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,075 | $40,525 |
| Total Invoice | $44,355 | $41,389 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -4,041 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,355 | $37,348 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | Explorer |
| Trim | 328i | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| RWD | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| 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 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,660 | $8,045 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $4,385 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -4,041 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,463 lb. | 4,558 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.8 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 34% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1875 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 2300 | 55% |
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