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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: $6,985 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,389 Ford Explorer Limited | |||
| Difference: $7,021 | |||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | Explorer |
| Trim | 328i | 328d | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $41,950 | $43,450 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $39,275 | $40,655 | $35,268 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 950 | 950 | |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | |
| Premium Package | 2,200 | 2,200 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | 900 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | 500 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,500 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | ||
| Cargo cover | 135 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 865 | 865 | |
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,955 | |
| Premium Package | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | 820 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,090 | 1,090 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | 455 | 455 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,825 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | ||
| Cargo cover | 115 | ||
| Options (change) | 8,950 | 8,950 | 6,230 |
| Options (change) | 8,140 | 8,140 | 5,296 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 825 |
| Total Price | $51,895 | $53,395 | $44,910 |
| Total Invoice | $48,410 | $49,790 | $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: $6,895 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,937 | |||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | Explorer |
| Trim | 328i | 328d | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 180hp I4 D | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $51,895 | $53,395 | $44,910 |
| Adjustments for Features | -100 | 0 | -10 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $51,795 | $53,395 | $44,900 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,600 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $48,410 | $49,790 | $41,389 |
| Adjustments for Features | -93 | 0 | -9 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $48,317 | $49,790 | $41,380 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,473 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | Explorer |
| Trim | 328i | 328d | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,735 | $7,635 | $7,645 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $100 | $0 | $10 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -93 | 0 | -9 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 |
| Model | 3-Series | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 182.1 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,546 lb. | 4,558 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.4 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.3 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 | 35.0 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 | 17.5 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 17.5 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 53.0 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 25% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 35% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 36% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 25% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 390 | 35% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 36% |
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 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | 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 |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2575 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 38% |
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