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BMW X5 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 X5 vs. Ford Explorer Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $48,320 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $19,255 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,560 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $17,740 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2013 |
| Model | X5 | X5 | X5 | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive35i Premium | xDrive35i Sport Activity | xDrive50i | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $52,100 | $54,600 | $58,900 | $38,100 |
| Base Invoice | $48,130 | $50,430 | $54,390 | $35,528 |
| Technology Package | 2,800 | 2,800 | 2,800 | |
| Convenience Package | 2,750 | 2,750 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 900 | 900 | 900 | |
| 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 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 250 | 250 | 250 | |
| Proximity key | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| Active Ventilated Seat Package | 1,700 | |||
| Lane departure warning | 950 | 950 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,200 | |||
| Premium Sound Package | 1,800 | |||
| Roof rails | 100 | |||
| Package 302A / 303A | 5,600 | |||
| 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 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 820 | 820 | 820 | |
| 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 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 230 | 230 | 230 | |
| Proximity key | 910 | 910 | 910 | |
| Active Ventilated Seat Package | 1,545 | |||
| Lane departure warning | 865 | 865 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,000 | |||
| Premium Sound Package | 1,640 | |||
| Roof rails | 90 | |||
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,886 | |||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,741 | |||
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | |||
| Cargo cover | 118 | |||
| Options (change) | 14,600 | 17,250 | 16,550 | 9,325 |
| Options (change) | 13,295 | 15,705 | 15,065 | 8,137 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 895 |
| Total Price | $67,575 | $72,725 | $76,325 | $48,320 |
| Total Invoice | $62,300 | $67,010 | $70,330 | $44,560 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW X5 vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $18,215 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,781 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2013 |
| Model | X5 | X5 | X5 | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive35i Premium | xDrive35i Sport Activity | xDrive50i | Limited |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 300hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 400hp V8 | 290hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T8 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 6 | ?, 6 | 600, 16 | 390, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-19 | 275/40-20 | 255/55-18 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $67,575 | $72,725 | $76,325 | $48,320 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,040 | -2,390 | -965 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $66,535 | $70,335 | $75,360 | $48,320 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,800 | $8,825 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $62,300 | $67,010 | $70,330 | $44,560 |
| Adjustments for Features | -959 | -2,202 | -889 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $61,341 | $64,808 | $69,441 | $44,560 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,467 | $8,100 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW X5 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2013 |
| Model | X5 | X5 | X5 | Explorer |
| Trim | xDrive35i Premium | xDrive35i Sport Activity | xDrive50i | 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 | |||
| 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 | ||
| 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 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | |||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $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 | |||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| 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 | |
| Headlight washers | $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 | $10,760 | $12,110 | $10,685 | $9,720 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,040 | $2,390 | $965 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -959 | -2,202 | -889 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW X5 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2011 | 2013 |
| Model | X5 | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 115.5 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 191.2 in | 197.1 in |
| Width | 76.1 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 69.9 in | 70.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,961 lb. | 4,535 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.3 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 60.0 in | 61.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.0 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 39.0 in | 40.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.0 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.6 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 | 7.1 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 21.9 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.8 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW X5 xDrive35i Premium
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Around view cameras | 500 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 975 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 665 | 41% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power liftgate | 300 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 100 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Cargo area partition net | 40 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 1115 | 57% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | 350 | No |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 42% |
Option Package Details
BMW X5 xDrive35i Sport Activity
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Around view cameras | 500 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 975 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 665 | 41% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power liftgate | 300 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 100 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Cargo area partition net | 40 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 1115 | 57% |
| Active Ventilated Seat Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 1050 | 78% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | 350 | No |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 42% |
Option Package Details
BMW X5 xDrive50i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power liftgate | 300 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Cargo area partition net | 40 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 850 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 765 | 47% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Around view cameras | 500 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 975 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 665 | 41% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 25% |
| Premium Sound Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 37% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 63% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | 350 | No |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 42% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Lane keeping assist system | 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 | Yes |
| 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 | 3125 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 2000 | 39% |
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