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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: $38,950 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $19,845 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,677 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $19,678 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $51,200 | $56,450 | $31,615 | $35,550 |
| Base Invoice | $48,295 | $53,180 | $29,319 | $32,901 |
| Premium Package | 2,300 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 150 | 150 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | 700 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,200 | 2,200 | ||
| Convenience Package | 995 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,505 | 1,995 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | ||
| Third-row seat | 875 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,115 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 140 | 140 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 645 | 645 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 685 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,025 | 2,025 | ||
| Convenience Package | 846 | |||
| Navigation system | 2,129 | 1,696 | ||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | ||
| Third-row seat | 744 | |||
| Options (change) | 6,600 | 4,300 | 6,520 | 4,140 |
| Options (change) | 6,065 | 3,950 | 5,543 | 3,520 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 815 | 815 |
| Total Price | $58,795 | $61,745 | $38,950 | $40,505 |
| Total Invoice | $55,355 | $58,125 | $35,677 | $37,236 |
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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: $15,930 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,992 | ||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 248hp I4 | 335hp I6 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 |
| Total Price | $58,795 | $61,745 | $38,950 | $40,505 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,915 | -2,840 | 0 | -1,100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $54,880 | $58,905 | $38,950 | $39,405 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,025 | $0 | $455 |
| Total Invoice | $55,355 | $58,125 | $35,677 | $37,236 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,686 | -2,673 | 0 | -1,011 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $51,669 | $55,452 | $35,677 | $36,225 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,783 | $0 | $548 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| RWD | $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 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rack | $300 | $300 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | ||
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power-folding third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $9,655 | $8,580 | $5,740 | $6,840 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,915 | $2,840 | $0 | $1,100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,686 | -2,673 | 0 | -1,011 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2017 | 2009 |
| Model | 5-Series | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 194.6 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 73.5 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,747 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.7 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 | 37.5 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.5 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 | 18.7 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.7 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.7 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530i
| 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 |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 1325 | 60% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | 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 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 91% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 9% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 715 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 33% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 21% |
| Total Not Requested | 775 | 79% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 715 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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