| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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: $37,550 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $13,145 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,864 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||
| Difference: $13,961 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | X3 | X3 | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive30i | M40i | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $42,450 | $54,300 | $30,200 | $32,515 |
| Base Invoice | $40,160 | $51,180 | $27,518 | $29,578 |
| Navigation system | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,995 | 1,995 |
| Temporary spare tire | 150 | 150 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 255 | 255 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,700 | 1,700 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | 550 | 550 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,350 | |||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 150 | 150 | ||
| Third-row seat | 845 | 845 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | ||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,696 | 1,696 |
| Temporary spare tire | 140 | 140 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | 505 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 690 | 217 | 217 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,565 | 1,565 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | 505 | 505 | ||
| Heated front seats | 460 | 460 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,240 | |||
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | 128 | 128 | ||
| Third-row seat | 718 | 718 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | ||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | ||
| Options (change) | 7,250 | 5,150 | 6,705 | 5,005 |
| Options (change) | 6,670 | 4,740 | 5,701 | 4,256 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 645 | 645 |
| Total Price | $50,695 | $60,445 | $37,550 | $38,165 |
| Total Invoice | $47,825 | $56,915 | $33,864 | $34,479 |
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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: $7,060 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $8,220 | ||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | X3 | X3 | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive30i | M40i | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 248hp I4 | 355hp I6 | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | A5 | A5 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 290, 7 | 290, 7 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/60-18 | 245/50-19 | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 |
| Total Price | $50,695 | $60,445 | $37,550 | $38,165 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,085 | -8,035 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $44,610 | $52,410 | $37,550 | $38,165 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,800 | $0 | $615 |
| Total Invoice | $47,825 | $56,915 | $33,864 | $34,479 |
| Adjustments for Features | -5,741 | -7,566 | 0 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $42,084 | $49,349 | $33,864 | $34,479 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $7,265 | $0 | $615 |
Features Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2006 | 2006 |
| Model | X3 | X3 | Explorer | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive30i | M40i | Eddie Bauer | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | $350 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Proximity key | $250 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | ||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | ||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |||
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | |||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | |||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $10,435 | $12,385 | $4,350 | $4,350 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $6,085 | $8,035 | $0 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -5,741 | -7,566 | 0 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2006 |
| Model | X3 | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 113.7 in |
| Length | 185.9 in | 193.4 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | 73.7 in |
| Height | 66.0 in | 72.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,151 lb. | 4,441 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 22.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.1 in | 39.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 59.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 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 | 36.4 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 | 28.7 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 28.7 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.7 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive30i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 M40i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 515 | 46% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 3.73 axle ratio | No | |
| Class III trailer hitch | 50 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 50 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 33% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 72% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 32% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Side curtain airbags | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Side curtain airbags | 350 | Yes |
| Rollover sensor | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 12% |
| Class III/IV Trailer Towing Prep Pkg. | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 3.73 axle ratio | No | |
| Class III trailer hitch | 50 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 50 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 33% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 72% |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
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