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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: $48,320

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $18,080

Lowest Total Invoice: $44,560

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $16,680

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2013201320132013
ModelX5X5X5Explorer
TrimxDrive35i PremiumxDrive35i Sport ActivityxDrive50iLimited
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price $55,200 $57,700 $64,200 $38,100
Base Invoice $50,965 $53,265 $59,245 $35,528
Convenience Package 3,875 3,775    
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 350 350 350  
Entertainment system, console-mounted 1,700 1,700 1,700  
Auto-dimming headlights 250 250    
Lane departure warning   950 950  
Premium Package 2     2,125  
Package 302A / 303A       5,600
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens       1,995
Panoramic sunroof       1,595
Cargo cover       135
Convenience Package 3,525 3,435    
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 320 320 320  
Entertainment system, console-mounted 1,545 1,545 1,545  
Auto-dimming headlights 230 230    
Lane departure warning   865 865  
Premium Package 2     1,935  
Package 302A / 303A       4,886
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens       1,741
Panoramic sunroof       1,392
Cargo cover       118
Options (change) 10,275 11,125 9,225 9,325
Options (change) 9,350 10,125 8,395 8,137
Destination 925 925 925 895
Total Price $66,400 $69,750 $74,350 $48,320
Total Invoice $61,240 $64,315 $68,565 $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: $17,105
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,781
Model Year2013201320132013
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)205, 10205, 10205, 10390, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-19275/40-20255/55-18255/50-20
Total Price$66,400$69,750$74,350$48,320
Adjustments for Features-975-1,275-9750
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$65,425$68,475$73,375$48,320
Cost Above Minimum$0$3,050$7,950$0
Total Invoice$61,240$64,315$68,565$44,560
Adjustments for Features-899-1,176-8990
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$60,341$63,139$67,666$44,560
Cost Above Minimum$0$2,798$7,325$0

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Features Comparison: BMW X5 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year2013201320132013
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 
Heated steering wheel   $100
Keyless entry keypad   $50
Power door closers$300$300$300 
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$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 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$250 
Rear air vents with manual controls   $150
Rear dual-zone climate control$125$125$125 
Rear HVAC unit   $400
Residual heat$50$50$50 
Engine / Motor 
Raised top speed limiter $0  
Regenerative braking$0$0$0 
Exterior 
Body kit (gray/black)$0$0$0 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)   $250
Bodyside moldings$75$75$75 
Infotainment 
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens   $1200
Entertainment system, console-mounted$1000$1000$1000 
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
Telematics service, such as OnStar$200$200$200 
Wi-Fi hotspot capability   $0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror$75$75$75 
Auto-dimming headlights$200$200 $200
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
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 
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50  
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50  
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-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 
Total Value of Features$10,695$10,995$10,695$9,720
Value of Feature Adjustments$975$1,275$975$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-899-1,176-8990

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Specifications Comparison: BMW X5 vs. Ford Explorer

Model Year20132013
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.4,535 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

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power door closers300No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Compass0No
Proximity key250Yes
Around view cameras500No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear dual-zone climate control125No
Rear air vents with automatic controls100No
Total Requested107548%
Total Not Requested116552%
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

Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power door closers300No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Compass0No
Proximity key250Yes
Around view cameras500No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear dual-zone climate control125No
Rear air vents with automatic controls100No
Total Requested107548%
Total Not Requested116552%
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

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%
Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Power door closers300No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Compass0No
Proximity key250Yes
Around view cameras500No
Sunshades, second row125No
Rear dual-zone climate control125No
Rear air vents with automatic controls100No
Total Requested35023%
Total Not Requested115077%

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited

Package 302A / 303A
FeatureValueRequested?
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Adaptive cruise control450Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Parking guidance system - active500No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Forward collision alert200No
Inflatable rear seatbelts200No
Lane keeping assist system200No
Tailgating position, third row seats50No
Power-stowing third row seats400No
Heated steering wheel100No
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power100Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Power recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power liftgate350Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Total Requested272553%
Total Not Requested240047%

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