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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: $55,165 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| Difference: $1,080 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $51,890 BMW X3 xDrive35i | ||
| Difference: $836 | ||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2018 |
| Model | X3 | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive35i | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $43,950 | $53,940 |
| Base Invoice | $40,615 | $51,512 |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | |
| Premium Package | 3,450 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,100 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Roof rails | 250 | |
| Rearview camera | 400 | |
| App support | 250 | |
| Heated second row seats | 450 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 700 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | |
| Cargo mat | 100 | |
| Cargo cover | 130 | |
| Navigation system | 1,955 | |
| Premium Package | 3,140 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,910 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| Roof rails | 230 | |
| Rearview camera | 365 | |
| App support | 230 | |
| Heated second row seats | 410 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 635 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | |
| Cargo mat | 95 | |
| Cargo cover | 124 | |
| Options (change) | 11,400 | 230 |
| Options (change) | 10,380 | 219 |
| Destination | 895 | 995 |
| Total Price | $56,245 | $55,165 |
| Total Invoice | $51,890 | $52,726 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,460 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,262 | ||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2018 |
| Model | X3 | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive35i | Platinum |
| 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 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/50-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $56,245 | $55,165 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,380 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $56,245 | $48,785 |
| Total Invoice | $51,890 | $52,726 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -6,098 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $51,890 | $46,628 |
Features Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2013 | 2018 |
| Model | X3 | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive35i | Platinum |
| 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 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| 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 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| 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 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $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 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $6,680 | $13,060 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $6,380 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -6,098 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2013 | 2018 |
| Model | X3 | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 183.0 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 74.1 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 65.4 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,222 lb. | 4,890 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.7 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 61.5 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 | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.0 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.8 in | 39.5 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 | 33.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.6 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 27.6 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 63.3 ft3 | 81.7 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 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 800 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 215 | 21% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1865 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 14% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 37% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 33% |
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