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BMW 3-Series vs. Ford Taurus 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 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $45,185 Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| Difference: $23,540 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $42,757 Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| Difference: $20,748 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | Taurus |
| Trim | M3 | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $55,900 | $42,520 |
| Base Invoice | $51,630 | $40,182 |
| 245/35ZR19 | 1,250 | |
| Premium Package | 2,500 | |
| Convenience Package | 2,900 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 250 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Sunroof | 1,050 | 995 |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| App support | 250 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Navigation system | 795 | |
| 245/35ZR19 | 1,140 | |
| Premium Package | 2,275 | |
| Convenience Package | 2,640 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 230 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Sunroof | 955 | 945 |
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |
| App support | 230 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| Navigation system | 755 | |
| Options (change) | 10,650 | 1,790 |
| Options (change) | 9,700 | 1,700 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 0 |
| Total Price | $68,725 | $45,185 |
| Total Invoice | $63,505 | $42,757 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Ford Taurus
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SHO | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $26,825 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $23,856 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | Taurus |
| Trim | M3 | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 414hp V8 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | ?, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/35-19 | 245/45-20 |
| Total Price | $68,725 | $45,185 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,285 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $68,725 | $41,900 |
| Total Invoice | $63,505 | $42,757 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,108 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $63,505 | $39,649 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | Taurus |
| Trim | M3 | SHO |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| RWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | |
| 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 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Metal pedals | $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 seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $3,685 | $6,970 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,285 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,108 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. Ford Taurus
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | Taurus |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 112.9 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 202.9 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 60.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,341 lb. | 3,970 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 20.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 57.9 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 41.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 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 |
| Total Requested | 1675 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 21% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 1325 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 115 | 8% |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 675 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 4% |
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