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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: $44,340 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $8,905 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $40,981 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $8,179 | ||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2011 |
| Model | X3 | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive35i | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $43,950 | $37,535 |
| Base Invoice | $40,615 | $34,952 |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | |
| Premium Package | 3,450 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Roof rails | 250 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | |
| Rearview camera | 400 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Package 301A | 2,250 | |
| AWD | 2,000 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Navigation system | 1,955 | |
| Premium Package | 3,140 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| Roof rails | 230 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | |
| Rearview camera | 365 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Package 301A | 1,913 | |
| AWD | 1,820 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | |
| Options (change) | 8,400 | 5,980 |
| Options (change) | 7,650 | 5,204 |
| Destination | 895 | 825 |
| Total Price | $53,245 | $44,340 |
| Total Invoice | $49,160 | $40,981 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,765 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,974 | ||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2011 |
| Model | X3 | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive35i | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 300hp I6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 19/26 MPG | 17/23 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/50-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $53,245 | $44,340 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -860 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $53,245 | $43,480 |
| Total Invoice | $49,160 | $40,981 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -795 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $49,160 | $40,186 |
Features Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2013 | 2011 |
| Model | X3 | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive35i | Limited |
| 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 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| 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 | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $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 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| 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 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,485 | $7,345 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $860 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -795 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2013 | 2011 |
| 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. | 4,752 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
| 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 |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 265 | 26% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 715 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Hill descent control | 250 | Yes |
| Terrain Selector | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
| Package 301A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 | Yes |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 39% |
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