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Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. BMW X3 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. BMW X3 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $42,005

Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited   
Difference: $4,395

Lowest Total Invoice: $38,571

Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited   
Difference: $4,114

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092008
ModelExplorer Sport TracX3
TrimLimited3.0si
Body4dr SUT4dr SUV
Base Price $31,010 $38,600
Base Invoice $28,752 $35,510
Navigation system 2,505 1,800
Convenience Package 995  
4.6L V8 1,310  
Sunroof 850  
AWD 2,525  
Adrenaline Package 1,995  
Sport Activity Package   1,400
Premium Package   2,800
Metallic paint (extra cost)   475
Heated front seats   500
6-speed shiftable automatic   0
Navigation system 2,129 1,640
Convenience Package 846  
4.6L V8 1,192  
Sunroof 723  
AWD 2,298  
Adrenaline Package 1,816  
Sport Activity Package   1,275
Premium Package   2,550
Metallic paint (extra cost)   430
Heated front seats   455
6-speed shiftable automatic   0
Options (change) 10,180 6,975
Options (change) 9,004 6,350
Destination 815 825
Total Price $42,005 $46,400
Total Invoice $38,571 $42,685

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. BMW X3

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $1,990
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,902
Model Year20092008
ModelExplorer Sport TracX3
TrimLimited3.0si
Body4dr SUT4dr SUV
Engine292hp V8260hp I6
TransmissionA6T6
DrivetrainAWDAWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)13/19 MPG17/24 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)190, 7?, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20235/50-18
Total Price$42,005$46,400
Adjustments for Features0-2,405
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$42,005$43,995
Total Invoice$38,571$42,685
Adjustments for Features0-2,212
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$38,571$40,473

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. BMW X3

Model Year20092008
ModelExplorer Sport TracX3
TrimLimited3.0si
Body4dr SUT4dr SUV
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed automatic$1000 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1100
AWD$1700$1700
Accessories 
Keyless entry keypad$50 
Power sliding rear window$250 
Power-adjustable pedals$125 
Remote window/roof operation $15
Tilt steering wheel, manual$150 
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250
Universal garage door opener $100
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake assist $50
Full-size spare tire$225 
Hill descent control $250
Rollover sensor$50 
Temporary spare tire $150
Trailer sway control$25 
Vehicle health reports$0 
Cargo Management 
Cargo area rails w/tie downs $50
Cargo cover $75
Cargo mat $40
Cargo organizer $100
Class II trailer hitch$200 
Roof rails $250
Storage compartment(s) in bed$100 
Trailering equipment (4 wire)$125 
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100
Dual-zone climate control$125 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15
Interior air filter $0
Rain-sensing wipers $175
Rear air vents$100 
Rear defrost $200
Rear wiper $175
Variable intermittent wipers$75 
Exterior 
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25 
Panoramic sunroof $1200
Rear spoiler $200
Skid plate (one) $50
Sunroof$900 
Wheel-lip moldings $75
Infotainment 
DVD-compatible player$0 
Media drive$15 
Satellite radio$200 
SMS text-to-speech reader$25 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200
Traffic + travel information$25 
USB port$25 
Voice control for external devices$0 
Voice control for nav and audio$100 
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Interior ambient lighting $150
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25
Power-folding mirrors $50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row $50
Door sill trim plates $100
Floor mats$75 
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50 
Memory system, driver seat $200
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power height adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power recliner, passenger seat $100
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat $100
Wood trim $300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Alloy wheels $350
Polished alloy wheels$350 
Total Value of Features$6,215$8,620
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,405
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,212

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See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. BMW X3 features.

Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. BMW X3

Model Year20092008
ModelExplorer Sport TracX3
Body4dr SUT4dr SUV
Wheelbase130.5 in110.1 in
Length210.2 in179.7 in
Width73.7 in73.0 in
Height72.5 in66.0 in
Curb Weight4,793 lb.4,067 lb.
Fuel Capacity22.5 gal.17.7 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.8 in38.1 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.0 in55.8 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.4 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in40.2 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in37.8 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.9 in55.4 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom36.9 in35.8 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum		0.030.0 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum		0.071.0 ft3

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See a complete comparison of Ford Explorer Sport Trac vs. BMW X3 specs.

Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport Trac Limited

Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio75No
Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Media drive, large15No
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested60056%
Total Not Requested46544%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Automatic climate control, front200Yes
Trip computer150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250No
Power-adjustable pedals125No
Dual-zone climate control125No
Total Requested35041%
Total Not Requested50059%
Adrenaline Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Polished alloy wheels0No
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)25No
Special exterior trim0No
Special interior trim0No
Running boards350Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
255/50R20 tires400No
Total Requested35045%
Total Not Requested42555%

Option Package Details
BMW X3 3.0si

Sport Activity Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Deep-tinted rear windows275Yes
Special exterior trim0No
Running boards350Yes
235/50HR18 tires400No
Total Requested62561%
Total Not Requested40039%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Universal garage door opener100No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Compass0Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Interior ambient lighting150No
Total Requested115055%
Total Not Requested95045%

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