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BMW X1 vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW X1 vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $48,145

BMW X1 sDrive28i   
Difference: $11,480

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201820182020
ModelX1X1Explorer
TrimsDrive28ixDrive28iPlatinum
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $33,900 $35,900 $58,250
M Sport Design 3,500 3,500  
Obstacle detection, rear 800 800  
Premium Tier 3,250 3,250  
Driving Assistance Package 700 700  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 1,000 1,000  
Sport suspension (upgrade) 400 400  
Leather seating surfaces 1,450 1,450  
Apple CarPlay support 300 300  
Panoramic sunroof 1,150 1,150  
Temporary spare tire 150 150  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550  
Cargo cover     130
M Sport Design 3,220 3,220  
Obstacle detection, rear 735 735  
Premium Tier 2,990 2,990  
Driving Assistance Package 645 645  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 920 920  
Sport suspension (upgrade) 370 370  
Leather seating surfaces 1,335 1,335  
Apple CarPlay support 275 275  
Panoramic sunroof 1,060 1,060  
Temporary spare tire 140 140  
Metallic paint (extra cost) 505 505  
Cargo cover     124
Options (change) 13,250 13,250 130
Options (change) 12,195 12,195 124
Destination 995 995 1,245
Total Price $48,145 $50,145 $59,625

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW X1 vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW X1 sDrive28i
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,775
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $44,157
Model Year201820182020
ModelX1X1Explorer
TrimsDrive28ixDrive28iPlatinum
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine228hp I4228hp I4365hp V6
TransmissionT8T8T10
DrivetrainFWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)205, 7205, 7500, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/50-18225/50-18255/55-20
Total Price$48,145$50,145$59,625
Adjustments for Features0-1,700-5,705
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$48,145$48,445$53,920
Cost Above Minimum$0$300$0

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Features Comparison: BMW X1 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year201820182020
ModelX1X1Explorer
TrimsDrive28ixDrive28iPlatinum
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300 
10-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1500
FWD$0  
AWD $1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet  $100
Active noise reduction  $0
Adaptive cruise control  $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850 
Heated steering wheel  $100
Keyless entry keypad  $50
Power-adjustable pedals  $125
Remote climate control  $25
Remote start  $150
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual$250$250 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power  $350
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist  $25
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200 
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200 
Blind spot warning system  $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear  $100
Curve control  $50
Inflatable rear seat belts  $200
Knee airbag, driver$75$75 
Lane departure prevention, steering-based  $200
Pedestrian detection$50$50 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system  $0
Safety key  $5
Side curtain airbags$350$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows  $500
Terrain selector  $200
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100$100 
Trailer sway control  $25
Vehicle health reports  $0
Wide-view front camera  $150
Cargo Management 
Class III trailer hitch  $250
Overhead sunglass holder  $25
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50 
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125$125 
Trailering equipment (7 wire)  $150
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15 
Rear air vents$100$100 
Rear air vents with manual controls  $150
Rear HVAC unit  $400
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150 
Regenerative braking$0$0 
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional)$0$0 
Bodyside cladding$350$350 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)  $250
Rear bumper protector  $40
Tow hook(s), front  $40
Infotainment 
Android Auto support  $100
DVD-compatible player$0$0 
Handwriting recognition$200$200 
In-vehicle Internet$150$150 
Media drive$15$15 
Navigation map updates, three years$0$0 
S Voice support$0$0 
Satellite radio  $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250 
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25
Surround sound  $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200 
Wi-Fi hotspot  $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Cornering lights$50$50 
Head-up display (HUD)$350$350 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display  $250
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats  $300
Door sill trim plates$100$100 
Heated second row seats  $200
Illuminated door sill trim plates  $200
Leather door panel trim  $250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150 
Manual recliner, second row seats  $75
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50$50 
Massage, driver seat  $100
Massage, passenger seat  $100
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100$100 
Power-stowing third row seats  $1000
Tailgating position, third row seats  $50
Upholstered instrument panel, leather  $1000
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel  $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200 
Machined alloy wheels  $350
Total Value of Features$6,605$8,305$12,310
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,700$5,705
Value of Feature Adjustments0-1,602-131

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Specifications Comparison: BMW X1 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20182020
ModelX1Explorer
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase105.1 in119.1 in
Length174.8 in198.8 in
Width71.7 in78.9 in
Height63.5 in69.9 in
Curb Weight3,544 lb.4,346 lb.
Fuel Capacity16.1 gal.17.9 gal.
Row 1 Headroom42.0 in40.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in61.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in59.2 in
Row 1 Legroom40.4 in42.3 in
Row 2 Headroom39.4 in40.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.2 in61.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in59.1 in
Row 2 Legroom37.0 in39.0 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in38.9 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in54.6 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.9 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in32.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
27.1 ft318.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
27.147.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
58.7 ft387.8 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW X1 sDrive28i

M Sport Design
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood trim300Yes
Bodyside cladding100No
Special interior trim0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50No
Front sport buckets100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Total Requested132563%
Total Not Requested77537%
Premium Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Cornering lights50No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested180068%
Total Not Requested86532%
Driving Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Total Requested60071%
Total Not Requested25029%

Option Package Details
BMW X1 xDrive28i

M Sport Design
FeatureValueRequested?
Wood trim300Yes
Bodyside cladding100No
Special interior trim0No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat50No
Front sport buckets100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Perimeter approach lighting25No
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Total Requested132563%
Total Not Requested77537%
Premium Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100No
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Cornering lights50No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only750Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0Yes
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Remote app25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested180068%
Total Not Requested86532%
Driving Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Speed limit information0No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Total Requested60071%
Total Not Requested25029%

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