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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: $46,205 Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Difference: $3,190 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,155 Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Difference: $1,390 | |||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 328i | Limited | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $37,500 | $42,090 | $53,940 |
| Base Invoice | $34,680 | $40,196 | $51,512 |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,900 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 900 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 250 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,400 | ||
| Proximity key | 500 | ||
| Roof rails | 100 | ||
| App support | 250 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | ||
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,295 | ||
| Cargo cover | 130 | 130 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,695 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,955 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,730 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 820 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 230 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,135 | ||
| Proximity key | 455 | ||
| Roof rails | 90 | ||
| App support | 230 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | ||
| Safe and Smart Package | 1,230 | ||
| Cargo cover | 124 | 124 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,610 | ||
| Options (change) | 11,000 | 3,120 | 130 |
| Options (change) | 9,970 | 2,964 | 124 |
| Destination | 895 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $49,395 | $46,205 | $55,065 |
| Total Invoice | $45,545 | $44,155 | $52,631 |
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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: $9,065 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,004 | |||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 328i | Limited | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 280hp I4 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | 390, 12 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-17 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $49,395 | $46,205 | $55,065 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,875 | -11,340 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $49,395 | $40,330 | $43,725 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,395 |
| Total Invoice | $45,545 | $44,155 | $52,631 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -5,614 | -10,839 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $45,545 | $38,541 | $41,792 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,251 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 328i | Limited | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | |
| RWD | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote climate control | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | |
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | ||
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $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 | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $3,795 | $9,670 | $15,135 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $5,875 | $11,340 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -5,614 | -10,839 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2018 |
| Model | 3-Series | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,463 lb. | 4,458 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.4 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 61.5 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 | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 39.5 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 | 33.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.8 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 19% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | 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 | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1575 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 5% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 29% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Safe and Smart Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 825 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 52% |
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