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BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $54,410

Ford Explorer Platinum   
Difference: $4,985

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2020202020202017
ModelX3X3X3Explorer
TrimsDrive30ixDrive30iM40iPlatinum
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $41,950 $43,950 $55,900 $53,235
M Sport Design 4,100 4,100    
Driving Assistance Package 900 900 900  
Premium Tier 3,300 3,300 2,950  
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    
Apple CarPlay support 300 300 300  
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  
Cargo mat       100
Cargo cover       130
M Sport Design 3,770 3,770    
Driving Assistance Package 830 830 830  
Premium Tier 3,035 3,035 2,715  
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    
Apple CarPlay support 275 275 275  
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  
Cargo mat       95
Cargo cover       124
Options (change) 16,450 16,450 9,800 230
Options (change) 15,130 15,130 9,060 219
Destination 995 995 995 945
Total Price $59,395 $61,395 $66,695 $54,410

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Platinum
Lowest Adjusted Invoice: BMW X3 M40i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,590
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $39,729
Model Year2020202020202017
ModelX3X3X3Explorer
TrimsDrive30ixDrive30iM40iPlatinum
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine248hp I4248hp I4355hp I6365hp V6
TransmissionT8T8T8T6
DrivetrainRWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)205, 12205, 12205, 12500, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/50-19245/50-19245/50-19255/50-20
Total Price$59,395$61,395$66,695$54,410
Adjustments for Features0-1,700-1,800-2,605
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$59,395$59,695$64,895$51,805
Cost Above Minimum$0$300$5,500$0

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Features Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year2020202020202017
ModelX3X3X3Explorer
TrimsDrive30ixDrive30iM40iPlatinum
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300$1300 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1100
RWD$0   
AWD $1700$1700$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet   $100
Active noise reduction   $0
Adaptive cruise control   $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850 
Keyless entry keypad   $50
Power-adjustable pedals   $125
Remote app$25$25$25 
Remote start   $150
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
Inflatable rear seat belts   $200
Knee airbag, passenger   $75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based   $200
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
Terrain selector   $200
Tires, run-flat$150$150$150 
Torque vectoring, brake-based  $100 
Trailer sway control   $25
Vehicle health reports   $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50$50$50 
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 
Tow hook(s), front   $40
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity$0$0$0 
Android Auto support   $100
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 
S Voice support$0$0$0 
Satellite radio   $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250$250 
Surround sound   $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200 
Voice recorder$0$0$0 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass   $0
Head-up display (HUD)$350$350$350 
LED headlights$1000$1000$1000 
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only   $750
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25 
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates$100$100$100 
Illuminated door sill trim plates   $200
Leather door panel trim   $250
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50 
Massage, driver seat   $100
Massage, 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 
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   $1000
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel   $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350$350 
Electronic systems calibration selector$200$200$200 
Machined alloy wheels   $350
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0$0
Transmission 
Launch control$100$100$100 
Total Value of Features$8,655$10,355$10,455$11,260
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$1,700$1,800$2,605
Value of Feature Adjustments0-446-271-2,490

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Specifications Comparison: BMW X3 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20202017
ModelX3Explorer
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase112.8 in112.6 in
Length185.9 in198.3 in
Width74.4 in78.9 in
Height66.0 in70.0 in
Curb Weight4,042 lb.4,458 lb.
Fuel Capacity17.7 gal.18.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom41.1 in41.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.5 in61.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom40.3 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom39.1 in40.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.0 in61.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in56.8 in
Row 2 Legroom36.4 in39.5 in
Row 3 Headroom0.0 in37.8 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room0.0 in50.8 in
Row 3 Hip Room0.0 in40.7 in
Row 3 Legroom0.0 in33.3 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
28.7 ft321.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
28.743.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
62.7 ft381.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW X3 sDrive30i

M Sport Design
FeatureValueRequested?
Bodyside cladding100No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Upholstered instrument panel300Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
245/50WR19 tires400No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Total Requested95051%
Total Not Requested90049%
Driving Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Speed limit information0No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Total Requested70074%
Total Not Requested25026%
Premium Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
245/50WR19 tires400No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Remote app25No
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested102547%
Total Not Requested114053%
Executive Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights250No
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250Yes
Gesture control system100No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Wide-view front camera150Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested240079%
Total Not Requested65021%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive30i

M Sport Design
FeatureValueRequested?
Bodyside cladding100No
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional)0No
Upholstered instrument panel300Yes
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Black exterior trim (optional)0No
245/50WR19 tires400No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Steering-linked headlights150No
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Total Requested95051%
Total Not Requested90049%
Driving Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Speed limit information0No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Total Requested70074%
Total Not Requested25026%
Premium Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
245/50WR19 tires400No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Remote app25No
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested102547%
Total Not Requested114053%
Executive Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
LED headlights250No
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250Yes
Gesture control system100No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Wide-view front camera150Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Total Requested240079%
Total Not Requested65021%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 M40i

Driving Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Cross-traffic warning, rear100Yes
Speed limit information0No
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Pedestrian detection50No
Lane departure warning200Yes
Total Requested70074%
Total Not Requested25026%
Premium Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
245/50WR19 tires400No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0Yes
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
DVD-compatible player0No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Remote app25No
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested102547%
Total Not Requested114053%
Executive Tier
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display250Yes
Gesture control system100No
Semi-automated parking system500Yes
Around view cameras300No
Wide-view front camera150Yes
Total Requested180082%
Total Not Requested40018%

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