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BMW 5-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 5-Series vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,850 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||||
| Difference: $20,175 | ||||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,856 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||||
| Difference: $18,794 | ||||||||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 535d | ActiveHybrid 5 | 550i | M5 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $49,500 | $55,100 | $56,600 | $61,400 | $63,900 | $92,900 | $29,245 | $32,395 |
| Base Invoice | $45,720 | $50,870 | $52,250 | $56,670 | $58,970 | $85,650 | $27,273 | $30,178 |
| Premium Package | 2,600 | |||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | 750 | 750 | 295 | |||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||||||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | ||||||
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | |||||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | ||||||
| Audiophile Package | 510 | |||||||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | ||||||
| Third-row seat | 875 | 375 | ||||||
| Premium Package | 2,365 | |||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 685 | 685 | 685 | 251 | |||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||||||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||||||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | ||||||
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | |||||||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | ||||||
| Audiophile Package | 433 | |||||||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | ||||||
| Third-row seat | 744 | 319 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 6,600 | 4,000 | 4,000 | 4,000 | 2,700 | 2,200 | 6,820 | 4,225 |
| Options (change) | 6,005 | 3,640 | 3,640 | 3,640 | 2,455 | 2,000 | 5,798 | 3,592 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 785 | 785 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $57,025 | $60,025 | $61,525 | $66,325 | $67,525 | $97,325 | $36,850 | $37,405 |
| Total Invoice | $52,650 | $55,435 | $56,815 | $61,235 | $62,350 | $89,875 | $33,856 | $34,555 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,520 | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,343 | ||||||||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 535d | ActiveHybrid 5 | 550i | M5 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 255hp I6 D | 335hp I4 H | 443hp V8 | 560hp V8 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | S7 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 600, 16 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 265/40-19 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $57,025 | $60,025 | $61,525 | $66,325 | $67,525 | $97,325 | $36,850 | $37,405 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,655 | -1,705 | -1,705 | -1,705 | -2,855 | -4,955 | 0 | -250 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $54,370 | $58,320 | $59,820 | $64,620 | $64,670 | $92,370 | $36,850 | $37,155 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,950 | $5,450 | $10,250 | $10,300 | $38,000 | $0 | $305 |
| Total Invoice | $52,650 | $55,435 | $56,815 | $61,235 | $62,350 | $89,875 | $33,856 | $34,555 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,451 | -1,575 | -1,574 | -1,574 | -2,636 | -4,576 | 0 | -231 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $50,199 | $53,860 | $55,241 | $59,661 | $59,714 | $85,299 | $33,856 | $34,324 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,661 | $5,042 | $9,462 | $9,515 | $35,100 | $0 | $468 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 535d | ActiveHybrid 5 | 550i | M5 | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |||||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |||||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |||||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | ||||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Climate Control | ||||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |||||||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | |||||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Drivetrain | ||||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |||||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||||||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Infotainment | ||||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | ||||||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |||||||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | |||||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | ||||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||||||
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | |||||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |||||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Transmission | ||||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Total Value of Features | $9,045 | $8,095 | $8,095 | $8,095 | $9,245 | $11,345 | $6,390 | $6,640 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,655 | $1,705 | $1,705 | $1,705 | $2,855 | $4,955 | $0 | $250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,451 | -1,575 | -1,574 | -1,574 | -2,636 | -4,576 | 0 | -231 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2014 | 2008 |
| Model | 5-Series | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,815 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.5 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.3 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.2 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.3 in | 36.9 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.4 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.4 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 57% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer 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% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 10% |
| Audiophile Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 50 | 5% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 95% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer 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% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 50 | 5% |
| Total Not Requested | 925 | 95% |
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