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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: $57,655

Ford Explorer Platinum   
Difference: $15,120

Lowest Total Invoice: $55,091

Ford Explorer Platinum   
Difference: $11,949

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2011201120112018
ModelX5X5X5Explorer
TrimxDrive35i PremiumxDrive35i Sport ActivityxDrive50iPlatinum
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $52,100 $54,600 $58,900 $53,940
Base Invoice $48,130 $50,430 $54,390 $51,512
Technology Package 2,800 2,800 2,800  
Convenience Package 2,750 2,750    
Active Ventilated Seat Package 2,100 1,700 2,100  
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  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 1,900 1,900 1,900  
Wide-view front camera 300 300 300  
Heated second row seats 350 350 350  
Auto-dimming headlights 250 250 250  
Proximity key 1,000 1,000 1,000  
Running boards 300 300 300 595
App support 250 250 250  
Lane departure warning   950 950  
Premium Sound Package     1,800  
Premium Package     2,200  
Roof rails     100  
Cargo cover       130
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens       1,995
Technology Package 2,550 2,550 2,550  
Convenience Package 2,505 2,505    
Active Ventilated Seat Package 1,910 1,545 1,910  
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  
Upholstered instrument panel, leather 1,730 1,730 1,730  
Wide-view front camera 275 275 275  
Heated second row seats 320 320 320  
Auto-dimming headlights 230 230 230  
Proximity key 910 910 910  
Running boards 275 275 275 565
App support 230 230 230  
Lane departure warning   865 865  
Premium Sound Package     1,640  
Premium Package     2,000  
Roof rails     90  
Cargo cover       124
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens       1,895
Options (change) 19,800 20,350 21,750 2,720
Options (change) 18,035 18,535 19,805 2,584
Destination 875 875 875 995
Total Price $72,775 $75,825 $81,525 $57,655
Total Invoice $67,040 $69,840 $75,070 $55,091

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW X5 vs. Ford Explorer

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,210
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $13,949
Model Year2011201120112018
ModelX5X5X5Explorer
TrimxDrive35i PremiumxDrive35i Sport ActivityxDrive50iPlatinum
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine300hp I6300hp I6400hp V8365hp V6
TransmissionT8T8T8T6
DrivetrainAWDAWDAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 6?, 6600, 16500, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-19275/40-20255/55-18255/50-20
Total Price$72,775$75,825$81,525$57,655
Adjustments for Features-75-2750-2,165
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$72,700$75,550$81,525$55,490
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,850$8,825$0
Total Invoice$67,040$69,840$75,070$55,091
Adjustments for Features-69-2530-2,069
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$66,971$69,587$75,070$53,022
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,616$8,099$0

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Features Comparison: BMW X5 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year2011201120112018
ModelX5X5X5Explorer
TrimxDrive35i PremiumxDrive35i Sport ActivityxDrive50iPlatinum
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$1700
Accessories 
AC power outlet   $100
Active noise reduction   $0
Adaptive cruise control   $600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed$850$850$850 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate   $100
Keyless entry keypad   $50
Power-adjustable pedals   $125
Remote climate control   $25
Remote start   $150
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
Forward collision warning   $200
Inflatable rear seat belts   $200
Knee airbag, passenger   $75
Lane departure prevention, steering-based   $200
Lane departure warning $200$200$200
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
Terrain selector   $200
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 
Class III trailer hitch   $250
Liftglass or two-piece tailgate$150$150$150 
Overhead sunglass holder   $25
Ski sack$50$50$50 
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  
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
Rear bumper protector   $40
Tow hook(s), front   $40
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity   $0
Android Auto support   $100
Apple CarPlay support   $100
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens   $1200
Entertainment system, console-mounted$1000$1000$1000 
iPod integration$100$100$100 
Media drive$15$15$15 
Satellite radio   $200
Satellite radio - one year subscription$250$250$250 
Surround sound  $250$250
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200 
USB port   $25
Wi-Fi hotspot   $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75$75$75 
Cornering lights$50$50$50 
Headlight washers$50$50$50 
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display   $250
LED headlights, single projector or low beam only   $750
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25 
Steering-linked headlights$150$150$150 
Xenon HID headlights$500$500$500 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Folding third row seats$600$600$600 
Illuminated door sill trim plates   $200
Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats$200$200$200 
Leather-wrapped steering wheel$150$150$150 
Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats$75$75$75 
Massage, passenger seat   $100
Memory system, passenger seat$150$150$150 
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat$50$50$50 
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat$50$50$50 
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat$100$100$100 
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100 
Power-stowing third row seats   $1000
Tailgating position, third row seats   $50
Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel   $150
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels$350$350$350 
Machined alloy wheels   $350
Rear air springs, auto-leveling$350$350$350 
Sport suspension (upgrade)   $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100$100
Total Value of Features$11,145$11,345$11,070$13,235
Value of Feature Adjustments$75$275$0$2,165
Value of Feature Adjustments-69-2530-2,069

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Specifications Comparison: BMW X5 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20112018
ModelX5Explorer
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase115.5 in112.6 in
Length191.2 in198.3 in
Width76.1 in78.9 in
Height69.9 in70.0 in
Curb Weight4,961 lb.4,458 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.18.6 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.3 in41.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room60.0 in61.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room0.0 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom40.0 in40.6 in
Row 2 Headroom39.0 in40.6 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.0 in61.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room0.0 in56.8 in
Row 2 Legroom36.6 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
7.1 ft321.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
21.9 ft343.9 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
61.8 ft381.7 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW X5 xDrive35i Premium

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Around view cameras500No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested112569%
Total Not Requested51531%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power liftgate300Yes
Rear air vents with automatic controls100No
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear dual-zone climate control125No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Remote app25Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Cargo area rails w/tie downs50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Cargo area partition net40No
Total Requested125064%
Total Not Requested71536%
Active Ventilated Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Front sport buckets100No
Total Requested70045%
Total Not Requested85055%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50No
Ski sack50No
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
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, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Around view cameras500No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested112569%
Total Not Requested51531%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power liftgate300Yes
Rear air vents with automatic controls100No
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear dual-zone climate control125No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Remote app25Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Cargo area rails w/tie downs50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Cargo area partition net40No
Total Requested125064%
Total Not Requested71536%
Active Ventilated Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Total Requested70052%
Total Not Requested65048%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50No
Ski sack50No
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
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

Technology Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Around view cameras500No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested112569%
Total Not Requested51531%
Active Ventilated Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Front sport buckets100No
Total Requested70045%
Total Not Requested85055%
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%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power liftgate300Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Remote app25Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Cargo area rails w/tie downs50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Cargo area partition net40No
Total Requested125077%
Total Not Requested36523%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50No
Ski sack50No
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
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%

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