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BMW 3-Series vs. Ford Taurus X 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 Taurus X Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $33,300 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| Difference: $8,815 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,503 Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| Difference: $8,062 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | 325i | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $34,600 | $27,030 | $29,770 | $30,750 |
| Base Invoice | $31,665 | $24,942 | $27,408 | $28,291 |
| Premium Package | 2,900 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,000 | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,995 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | |||
| Satellite radio | 595 | 195 | 195 | 195 |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 240 | 240 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | 295 | 295 | |
| Interior Power Package | 295 | |||
| Interior Convenience Package | 595 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 895 | |||
| Sunroof | 960 | 960 | 960 | |
| Premium Package | 2,640 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,820 | 1,736 | 1,736 | 1,736 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | |||
| Satellite radio | 540 | 170 | 170 | 170 |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 209 | 209 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | 257 | 257 | |
| Interior Power Package | 257 | |||
| Interior Convenience Package | 518 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 779 | |||
| Sunroof | 835 | 835 | 835 | |
| Options (change) | 6,820 | 5,470 | 3,685 | 3,150 |
| Options (change) | 6,205 | 4,761 | 3,207 | 2,741 |
| Destination | 695 | 800 | 800 | 800 |
| Total Price | $42,115 | $33,300 | $34,255 | $34,700 |
| Total Invoice | $38,565 | $30,503 | $31,415 | $31,832 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Ford Taurus X
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus X SEL | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,645 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $6,991 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | 325i | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 215hp I6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 | 263hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | A6 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 10 | ?, 4 | ?, 4 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 205/55-16 | 215/65-17 | 225/60-18 | 225/60-18 |
| Total Price | $42,115 | $33,300 | $34,255 | $34,700 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,170 | 0 | 0 | -500 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $40,945 | $33,300 | $34,255 | $34,200 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $955 | $900 |
| Total Invoice | $38,565 | $30,503 | $31,415 | $31,832 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,071 | 0 | 0 | -459 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,494 | $30,503 | $31,415 | $31,373 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $912 | $870 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | Taurus X | Taurus X | Taurus X |
| Trim | 325i | SEL | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | ||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Brake assist | $50 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Second-row high console | $250 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | $275 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | $600 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $6,295 | $5,125 | $5,125 | $5,625 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,170 | $0 | $0 | $500 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,071 | 0 | 0 | -459 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Ford Taurus X
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 |
| Model | 3-Series | Taurus X |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 200.3 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 74.9 in |
| Height | 55.8 in | 67.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,463 lb. | 4,034 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 19.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 58.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.0 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.4 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 46.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 33.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 24.8 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 24.8 | 47.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.0 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 325i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| 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 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1900 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 975 | 34% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X SEL
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Interior Power Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 26% |
| Interior Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Outside temperature display | 50 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X Eddie Bauer
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus X Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 675 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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