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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: $56,040 Ford Explorer Platinum | |||||
| Difference: $16,395 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $53,551 Ford Explorer Platinum | |||||
| Difference: $14,424 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | X5 | X5 | X5 | X5 | Explorer |
| Trim | sDrive35i | xDrive35i | xDrive35d | xDrive50i | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $56,950 | $59,250 | $60,750 | $73,800 | $52,970 |
| Base Invoice | $53,645 | $55,785 | $57,180 | $69,315 | $50,587 |
| Third-row seat | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | ||
| Premium Tier | 1,150 | 1,150 | 1,150 | ||
| Driving Assistance Package | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | ||
| Executive Tier | 2,800 | 2,800 | 2,800 | 2,950 | |
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | 1,995 |
| Heated steering wheel | 190 | 190 | 190 | ||
| Heated second row seats | 350 | 350 | 350 | 350 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||
| M Sport Design | 4,450 | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 500 | ||||
| Interior Design Package | 1,950 | ||||
| Cargo cover | 130 | ||||
| Third-row seat | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,565 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | 1,335 | 1,335 | ||
| Premium Tier | 1,060 | 1,060 | 1,060 | ||
| Driving Assistance Package | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,565 | ||
| Executive Tier | 2,575 | 2,575 | 2,575 | 2,715 | |
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | 1,105 | 1,105 | 1,105 | 1,105 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | 505 | 505 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,025 | 2,025 | 2,025 | 2,025 | 1,895 |
| Heated steering wheel | 175 | 175 | 175 | ||
| Heated second row seats | 320 | 320 | 320 | 320 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1,105 | 1,105 | 1,105 | ||
| M Sport Design | 4,095 | ||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 460 | ||||
| Interior Design Package | 1,795 | ||||
| Cargo cover | 124 | ||||
| Options (change) | 14,490 | 14,490 | 14,490 | 15,300 | 2,125 |
| Options (change) | 13,335 | 13,335 | 13,335 | 14,080 | 2,019 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 945 |
| Total Price | $72,435 | $74,735 | $76,235 | $90,095 | $56,040 |
| Total Invoice | $67,975 | $70,115 | $71,510 | $84,390 | $53,551 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW X5 vs. Ford Explorer
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,460 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,442 | |||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | X5 | X5 | X5 | X5 | Explorer |
| Trim | sDrive35i | xDrive35i | xDrive35d | xDrive50i | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 300hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 255hp I6 D | 445hp V8 | 365hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 10 | 205, 10 | 205, 10 | 600, 16 | 500, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-19 | 255/50-19 | 255/50-19 | 255/50-19 | 255/50-20 |
| Total Price | $72,435 | $74,735 | $76,235 | $90,095 | $56,040 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,950 | -1,950 | -3,350 | -1,065 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $72,435 | $72,785 | $74,285 | $86,745 | $54,975 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $350 | $1,850 | $14,310 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $67,975 | $70,115 | $71,510 | $84,390 | $53,551 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -1,829 | -1,829 | -3,138 | -1,018 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $67,975 | $68,286 | $69,681 | $81,252 | $52,533 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $311 | $1,706 | $13,277 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW X5 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | X5 | X5 | X5 | X5 | Explorer |
| Trim | sDrive35i | xDrive35i | xDrive35d | xDrive50i | Platinum |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | ||||
| 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 | $850 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||||
| Curve control | $50 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||||
| Safety key | $5 | ||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||||
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | ||||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||||
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | |||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||||
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | ||||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Compass | $0 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $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 | $600 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||||
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| 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/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,695 | $11,645 | $11,645 | $13,045 | $10,760 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $1,950 | $1,950 | $3,350 | $1,065 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -1,829 | -1,829 | -3,138 | -1,018 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW X5 vs. Ford Explorer
| Model Year | 2018 | 2016 |
| Model | X5 | Explorer |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 115.5 in | 112.6 in |
| Length | 193.2 in | 198.3 in |
| Width | 76.3 in | 78.9 in |
| Height | 69.4 in | 70.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,681 lb. | 4,458 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.4 gal. | 18.6 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.5 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 60.5 in | 61.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 57.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.4 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.8 in | 40.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 61.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 56.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.6 in | 39.5 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 | 33.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.9 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.9 | 43.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.0 ft3 | 81.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW X5 sDrive35i
| 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 |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 825 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 43% |
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 58% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 56% |
| Executive Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Power door closers | 300 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 50% |
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 100% |
Option Package Details
BMW X5 xDrive35i
| 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 |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 825 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 43% |
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 58% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 56% |
| Executive Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Power door closers | 300 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 50% |
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 100% |
Option Package Details
BMW X5 xDrive35d
| 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 |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 825 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 43% |
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 42% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 58% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 56% |
| Executive Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Power door closers | 300 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 50% |
| Total Not Requested | 1100 | 50% |
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 100% |
Option Package Details
BMW X5 xDrive50i
| 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 |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, second row seats | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 825 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 43% |
| Executive Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power door closers | 300 | No |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 500 | No |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 28% |
| Total Not Requested | 1150 | 72% |
| M Sport Design | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 33% |
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 900 | 100% |
| Interior Design Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | 1000 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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