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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: $39,725 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $11,120 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,518 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $10,457 | |||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | X3 | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive35i | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $43,950 | $29,245 | $32,395 |
| Base Invoice | $40,615 | $27,273 | $30,178 |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 1,995 | 1,995 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | ||
| Roof rails | 250 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 295 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||
| Audiophile Package | 510 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,310 | 1,310 | |
| Cargo cover | 90 | 90 | |
| AWD | 2,320 | 2,325 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,325 | 630 | |
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,696 | 1,696 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | ||
| Roof rails | 230 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 251 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | ||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | |
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||
| Audiophile Package | 433 | ||
| 4.6L V8 | 1,192 | 1,192 | |
| Cargo cover | 77 | 77 | |
| AWD | 2,111 | 2,117 | |
| 255/50R20 | 1,127 | 536 | |
| Options (change) | 6,000 | 9,695 | 6,910 |
| Options (change) | 5,465 | 8,460 | 6,094 |
| Destination | 895 | 785 | 785 |
| Total Price | $50,845 | $39,725 | $40,090 |
| Total Invoice | $46,975 | $36,518 | $37,057 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,640 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,166 | |||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | X3 | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive35i | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 300hp I6 | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 |
| Transmission | T8 | A6 | A6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/26 MPG | 13/19 MPG | 13/19 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 190, 7 | 190, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/50-18 | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $50,845 | $39,725 | $40,090 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,480 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,365 | $39,725 | $40,090 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $365 |
| Total Invoice | $46,975 | $36,518 | $37,057 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,291 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,684 | $36,518 | $37,057 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $539 |
Features Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | X3 | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive35i | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | ||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote app | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | |
| Compass | $0 | $0 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,995 | $6,515 | $6,515 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,480 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,291 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2013 | 2008 |
| Model | X3 | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 183.0 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,222 lb. | 4,706 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.7 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 39.9 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.1 in | 38.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 58.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.8 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 | 27.6 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.6 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.3 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive35i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 290 | 29% |
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% |
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 100% |
| 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 | No |
| 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 | 1050 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 18% |
| 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% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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% |
| 255/50R20 tires | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/50R20 tires | 400 | No |
| Polished alloy wheels | -250 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 100% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 | 1000 | Yes |
| 6-speed automatic | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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