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BMW X3 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 X3 vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $47,535 Ford Explorer Sport | ||
| Difference: $4,460 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,036 Ford Explorer Sport | ||
| Difference: $3,974 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | X3 | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive35i | Sport |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $42,700 | $40,780 |
| Base Invoice | $39,465 | $38,027 |
| Premium Package | 3,450 | |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | |
| Rearview camera | 400 | |
| Roof rails | 250 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Package 402A | 4,130 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Premium Package | 3,140 | |
| Navigation system | 1,955 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | |
| Rearview camera | 365 | |
| Roof rails | 230 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Package 402A | 3,604 | |
| Cargo cover | 118 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | |
| Options (change) | 8,400 | 5,860 |
| Options (change) | 7,650 | 5,114 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $51,995 | $47,535 |
| Total Invoice | $48,010 | $44,036 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Sport | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $6,095 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,489 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | X3 | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive35i | Sport |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 300hp I6 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/26 MPG | 16/22 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/50-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $51,995 | $47,535 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,635 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $51,995 | $45,900 |
| Total Invoice | $48,010 | $44,036 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,515 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $48,010 | $42,521 |
Features Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | X3 | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive35i | Sport |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $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 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $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 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,710 | $8,345 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,635 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,515 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2012 | 2013 |
| Model | X3 | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 183.0 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,222 lb. | 4,921 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.7 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 39.9 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.1 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.8 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 | 27.6 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.6 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.3 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive35i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | 50 | No |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1800 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 715 | 28% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 775 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 240 | 24% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Package 402A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1925 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 1275 | 40% |
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