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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: $47,010 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $12,085 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2014 |
| Model | X3 | X3 | X3 | Explorer |
| Trim | sDrive30i | xDrive30i | M40i | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $41,950 | $43,950 | $55,900 | $38,100 |
| Driving Assistance Package | 900 | 900 | 900 | |
| Premium Tier | 3,300 | 3,300 | 2,950 | |
| M Sport Design | 4,100 | 4,100 | ||
| Executive Tier | 3,500 | 3,500 | 2,500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 150 | 150 | 150 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | 550 | 550 | 550 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,595 | |
| Heated second row seats | 350 | 350 | 350 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 350 | 350 | 350 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 570 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,150 | |||
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,565 | |||
| Cargo cover | 135 | |||
| Driving Assistance Package | 830 | 830 | 830 | |
| Premium Tier | 3,035 | 3,035 | 2,715 | |
| M Sport Design | 3,770 | 3,770 | ||
| Executive Tier | 3,220 | 3,220 | 2,345 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | 505 | 505 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 140 | 140 | 140 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | 505 | 505 | 505 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,105 | 1,105 | 1,392 | |
| Heated second row seats | 320 | 320 | 320 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 320 | 320 | 320 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,105 | 1,105 | 1,105 | |
| Trailer Tow Package | 497 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,004 | |||
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,983 | |||
| Cargo cover | 118 | |||
| Options (change) | 16,150 | 16,150 | 9,500 | 8,015 |
| Options (change) | 14,855 | 14,855 | 8,785 | 6,994 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 895 |
| Total Price | $59,095 | $61,095 | $66,395 | $47,010 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: BMW X3 M40i | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,820 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $34,236 | ||||
| Model Year | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2014 |
| Model | X3 | X3 | X3 | Explorer |
| Trim | sDrive30i | xDrive30i | M40i | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 248hp I4 | 248hp I4 | 355hp I6 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T8 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/50-19 | 245/50-19 | 245/50-19 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $59,095 | $61,095 | $66,395 | $47,010 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,265 | -3,965 | -4,065 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $56,830 | $57,130 | $62,330 | $47,010 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $300 | $5,500 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2020 | 2020 | 2020 | 2014 |
| Model | X3 | X3 | X3 | Explorer |
| Trim | sDrive30i | xDrive30i | M40i | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | |||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |||
| Safety key | $5 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Gesture control system | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,535 | $11,235 | $11,335 | $7,270 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,265 | $3,965 | $4,065 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -608 | -1,029 | -599 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2020 | 2014 |
| Model | X3 | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 185.9 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 74.4 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 66.0 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,042 lb. | 4,535 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.1 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.3 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 | 36.4 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 | 28.7 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 28.7 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 62.7 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 sDrive30i
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 26% |
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| 245/50WR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1025 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1140 | 53% |
| M Sport Design | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bodyside cladding | 100 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | 0 | No |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | No |
| 245/50WR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 86% |
| Executive Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 2100 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 31% |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive30i
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 26% |
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| 245/50WR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1025 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1140 | 53% |
| M Sport Design | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bodyside cladding | 100 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | 0 | No |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | No |
| 245/50WR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 86% |
| Executive Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 2100 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 31% |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 M40i
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 26% |
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| 245/50WR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1025 | 47% |
| Total Not Requested | 1140 | 53% |
| Executive Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 25% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Trailer Tow Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Oil cooler | 0 | No |
| Class III trailer hitch | 250 | Yes |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Package 302A / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Lane departure prevention system, steering-based | 200 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| 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 | 3375 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 25% |
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