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BMW X5 vs. Ford Explorer Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW X5 vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $46,905

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $20,020

Lowest Total Invoice: $43,085

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $18,620

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2011201120112012
ModelX5X5X5Explorer
TrimxDrive35i PremiumxDrive35i Sport ActivityxDrive50iLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $52,100 $54,600 $58,900 $37,855
Base Invoice $48,130 $50,430 $54,390 $35,268
Technology Package 2,800 2,800 2,800  
Convenience Package 2,750 2,750    
Telematics service, such as OnStar 750 750 750  
Third-row seat 1,700 1,700 1,700  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 2,400 2,400 2,400  
Satellite radio - one year subscription 350 350    
Entertainment system, console-mounted 1,700 1,700 1,700  
Proximity key 1,000 1,000 1,000  
Heated front seats 500 500 500  
Active Ventilated Seat Package   1,700    
Premium Package     2,200  
Premium Sound Package     1,800  
Roof rails     100  
Package 302A / 303A       4,500
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens       1,995
Panoramic sunroof       1,595
Cargo cover       135
Technology Package 2,550 2,550 2,550  
Convenience Package 2,505 2,505    
Telematics service, such as OnStar 685 685 685  
Third-row seat 1,545 1,545 1,545  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 2,185 2,185 2,185  
Satellite radio - one year subscription 320 320    
Entertainment system, console-mounted 1,545 1,545 1,545  
Proximity key 910 910 910  
Heated front seats 455 455 455  
Active Ventilated Seat Package   1,545    
Premium Package     2,000  
Premium Sound Package     1,640  
Roof rails     90  
Package 302A / 303A       3,825
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens       1,696
Panoramic sunroof       1,356
Cargo cover       115
Options (change) 13,950 15,650 14,950 8,225
Options (change) 12,700 14,245 13,605 6,992
Destination 875 875 875 825
Total Price $66,925 $71,125 $74,725 $46,905
Total Invoice $61,705 $65,550 $68,870 $43,085

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW X5 vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $18,355
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,085
Model Year2011201120112012
ModelX5X5X5Explorer
TrimxDrive35i PremiumxDrive35i Sport ActivityxDrive50iLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine300hp I6300hp I6400hp V8290hp V6
TransmissionT8T8T8T6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6600, 16390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-19275/40-20255/55-18255/50-20
Total Price$66,925$71,125$74,725$46,905
Adjustments for Features-1,665-2,815-1,3900
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$65,260$68,310$73,335$46,905
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,050$8,075$0
Total Invoice$61,705$65,550$68,870$43,085
Adjustments for Features-1,535-2,594-1,2810
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$60,170$62,956$67,589$43,085
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,786$7,419$0

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Features Comparison: BMW X5 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year2011201120112012
ModelX5X5X5Explorer
TrimxDrive35i PremiumxDrive35i Sport ActivityxDrive50iLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300$1300 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic   $1100
AWD$1700$1700$1700 
FWD   $0
Accessories 
AC power outlet   $100
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
Remote window/roof operation$15$15$15 
Semi-automated parking system   $500
Sunshades, second row$125$125  
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual   $250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350$350$350 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist   $25
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0$0$0 
Around view cameras$500$500$500 
Blind spot warning system   $200
Cross-traffic warning, rear   $100
Curve control   $50
Forward collision warning   $200
Hill descent control$250$250$250 
Inflatable rear seat belts   $200
Obstacle detection, front$150$150$150 
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system   $0
Rearview camera   $200
Safety key   $5
Side curtain airbags$350$350$350 
Side curtain airbags, three rows   $500
Temporary spare tire   $150
Tires, run-flat$150$150$150 
Trailer sway control   $25
Vehicle health reports   $0
Cargo Management 
Cargo area partition net$40$40$40 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs$50$50$50 
Cargo net   $40
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150$150$150 
Overhead sunglass holder   $25
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation$100$100$100 
Heated windshield washer nozzles$15$15$15 
Rear air vents with automatic controls$250$250  
Rear air vents with manual controls  $150$150
Rear dual-zone climate control$125$125  
Rear HVAC unit   $400
Residual heat$50$50$50 
Engine / Motor 
Regenerative braking$0$0$0 
Exterior 
Body kit (gray/black)$0$0$0 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)   $250
Bodyside moldings$75$75$75 
Deep-tinted rear windows$275$275 $275
Infotainment 
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens   $1200
Entertainment system, console-mounted$1000$1000$1000 
iPod integration$100$100$100 
Media drive$15$15$15 
Navigation, turn-by-turn   $25
Satellite radio   $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250$250 
SD Card slot   $25
Surround sound  $250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200 
USB port   $25
Wi-Fi hotspot capability   $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75 
Compass$0$0$0 
Cornering lights$50$50$50 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display   $250
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25 
Spotter mirror(s)   $50
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300 $300
Door sill trim plates   $100
Folding third row seats$600$600$600 
Leather door panel trim$250$250$250 
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats$200$200$200 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75$75$75 
Massage, driver seat $100  
Memory system, passenger seat $150  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150 
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150$150 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50 
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat   $100
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat   $100
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100  
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100  
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100  
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100  
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat $100  
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat $100  
Power-stowing third row seats   $1000
Tailgating position, third row seats   $50
Wood trim$300$300$300 
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Rear air springs, auto-leveling$350$350$350 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100 
Total Value of Features$11,010$12,160$10,735$9,345
Value of Feature Adjustments$1,665$2,815$1,390$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,535-2,594-1,2810

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Specifications Comparison: BMW X5 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20112012
ModelX5Explorer
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase115.5 in112.6 in
Length191.2 in197.1 in
Width76.1 in78.9 in
Height69.9 in70.4 in
Curb Weight4,961 lb.4,558 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.18.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.3 in40.6 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room60.0 in61.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom40.0 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom39.0 in40.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.0 in61.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in56.7 in
Row 2 Legroom36.6 in39.8 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 in33.2 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
7.1 ft321.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
21.9 ft343.8 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
61.8 ft380.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW X5 xDrive35i Premium

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Around view cameras500No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested97559%
Total Not Requested66541%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power liftgate300Yes
Rear air vents with automatic controls100No
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear dual-zone climate control125No
Cargo area rails w/tie downs50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Cargo area partition net40No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Remote app25No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Total Requested85043%
Total Not Requested111557%
Third-row seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear air springs, auto-leveling350No
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench100Yes
Folding third row seats600Yes
Rear air vents with manual controls50Yes
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats200No
Total Requested75058%
Total Not Requested55042%

Option Package Details
BMW X5 xDrive35i Sport Activity

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Around view cameras500No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested97559%
Total Not Requested66541%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power liftgate300Yes
Rear air vents with automatic controls100No
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear dual-zone climate control125No
Cargo area rails w/tie downs50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Cargo area partition net40No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Remote app25No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Total Requested85043%
Total Not Requested111557%
Active Ventilated Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested30022%
Total Not Requested105078%
Third-row seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear air springs, auto-leveling350No
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench100Yes
Folding third row seats600Yes
Rear air vents with manual controls50Yes
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats200No
Total Requested75058%
Total Not Requested55042%

Option Package Details
BMW X5 xDrive50i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power liftgate300Yes
Cargo area rails w/tie downs50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Cargo area partition net40No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Remote app25No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0No
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Total Requested85053%
Total Not Requested76547%
Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Around view cameras500No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested97559%
Total Not Requested66541%
Premium Sound Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
iPod integration100Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Voice control for external devices0Yes
Total Requested35037%
Total Not Requested60063%
Third-row seat
FeatureValueRequested?
Rear air springs, auto-leveling350No
Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench100Yes
Folding third row seats600Yes
Rear air vents with manual controls50Yes
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats200No
Total Requested75058%
Total Not Requested55042%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Package 302A / 303A
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Blind spot warning system200No
Parking guidance system - active500No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Forward collision warning200No
Inflatable rear seatbelts200No
Navigation system600Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power liftgate350Yes
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Total Requested252560%
Total Not Requested165040%

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