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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: $46,770 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||||
| Difference: $14,905 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $42,970 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||||
| Difference: $13,915 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Explorer |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 535d | ActiveHybrid 5 | 550i | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $49,500 | $55,100 | $56,600 | $61,400 | $63,900 | $37,855 |
| Base Invoice | $45,720 | $50,870 | $52,250 | $56,670 | $58,970 | $35,268 |
| Driver Assistance Plus | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,800 | 1,800 | 1,800 | 1,900 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,600 | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | 1,995 |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,500 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |||||
| Driver Assistance Plus | 1,730 | 1,730 | 1,730 | 1,730 | 1,730 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,640 | 1,640 | 1,640 | 1,730 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,365 | 1,365 | 1,365 | 1,365 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,095 | 1,095 | 1,095 | 1,095 | 1,095 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | 1,696 |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,825 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |||||
| Options (change) | 11,250 | 10,150 | 10,150 | 10,250 | 6,300 | 8,090 |
| Options (change) | 10,240 | 9,240 | 9,240 | 9,330 | 5,735 | 6,877 |
| Destination | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 925 | 825 |
| Total Price | $61,675 | $66,175 | $67,675 | $72,575 | $71,125 | $46,770 |
| Total Invoice | $56,885 | $61,035 | $62,415 | $66,925 | $65,630 | $42,970 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,980 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,982 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Explorer |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 535d | ActiveHybrid 5 | 550i | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 255hp I6 D | 335hp I4 H | 443hp V8 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $61,675 | $66,175 | $67,675 | $72,575 | $71,125 | $46,770 |
| Adjustments for Features | -350 | -350 | -350 | -350 | 0 | -425 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $61,325 | $65,825 | $67,325 | $72,225 | $71,125 | $46,345 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,500 | $6,000 | $10,900 | $9,800 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $56,885 | $61,035 | $62,415 | $66,925 | $65,630 | $42,970 |
| Adjustments for Features | -323 | -323 | -323 | -323 | 0 | -390 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $56,562 | $60,712 | $62,092 | $66,602 | $65,630 | $42,580 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,150 | $5,530 | $10,040 | $9,068 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Explorer |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 535d | ActiveHybrid 5 | 550i | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||||
| Accessories | ||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||||
| Curve control | $50 | |||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure collision mitigation | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||||
| Safety key | $5 | |||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Roof rails | $250 | |||||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | |||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | |||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |||||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |||||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | |||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |||||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||||
| Total Value of Features | $10,045 | $10,045 | $10,045 | $10,045 | $9,695 | $10,120 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $0 | $425 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -323 | -323 | -323 | -323 | 0 | -390 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2014 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,815 lb. | 4,558 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.5 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.3 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.2 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.3 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 | 18.4 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.4 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.4 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure collision mitigation | 50 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 27% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 73% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 53% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 29% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure collision mitigation | 50 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 27% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 73% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 53% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 37% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535d
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure collision mitigation | 50 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 27% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 73% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 53% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 37% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series ActiveHybrid 5
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure collision mitigation | 50 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 27% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 73% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 53% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 37% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 550i
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure collision mitigation | 50 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 27% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 73% |
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 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| 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 | 2775 | 66% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 34% |
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