| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Ford Explorer vs. BMW 1-Series 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.
Ford Explorer vs. BMW 1-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $42,035 BMW 1-Series 128i | |||
| Difference: $12,145 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $38,830 BMW 1-Series 128i | |||
| Difference: $12,954 | |||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | Platinum | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Base Price | $53,235 | $31,200 | $39,300 |
| Base Invoice | $50,839 | $28,885 | $36,335 |
| BMW Assist | 650 | 650 | |
| Premium Package | 3,400 | 1,750 | |
| Navigation system | 2,150 | 2,150 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | |
| App support | 250 | 250 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | 190 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 250 | 250 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |
| Convenience Package | 1,650 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 550 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 380 | ||
| Proximity key | 500 | ||
| BMW Assist | 590 | 590 | |
| Premium Package | 3,095 | 1,595 | |
| Navigation system | 1,955 | 1,955 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | |
| App support | 230 | 230 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | 175 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 230 | 230 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |
| Convenience Package | 1,500 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 500 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 345 | ||
| Proximity key | 455 | ||
| Options (change) | 0 | 9,940 | 7,380 |
| Options (change) | 0 | 9,050 | 6,720 |
| Destination | 945 | 895 | 895 |
| Total Price | $54,180 | $42,035 | $47,575 |
| Total Invoice | $51,784 | $38,830 | $43,950 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 1-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price: Ford Explorer Platinum | |||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: BMW 1-Series 128i | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $935 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $452 | |||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | Platinum | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 500, 12 | 180, 8 | 180, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 205/50-17 | 215/40-18 |
| Total Price | $54,180 | $42,035 | $47,575 |
| Adjustments for Features | -13,080 | 0 | -150 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,100 | $42,035 | $47,425 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $5,390 |
| Total Invoice | $51,784 | $38,830 | $43,950 |
| Adjustments for Features | -12,502 | 0 | -139 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $39,282 | $38,830 | $43,811 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $4,981 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | 1-Series | 1-Series |
| Trim | Platinum | 128i | 135i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||
| Active noise reduction | $0 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | ||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||
| Curve control | $50 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||
| Terrain selector | $200 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo net | $40 | ||
| Class III trailer hitch | $250 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | ||
| Second-row low console | $100 | $100 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | ||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | ||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $17,360 | $4,280 | $4,430 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $13,080 | $0 | $150 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -12,502 | 0 | -139 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 1-Series
| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | 1-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 104.7 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 172.2 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 68.8 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 56.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,458 lb. | 3,209 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 14.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 53.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 32.0 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 40.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 10.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 128i
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 60% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3905 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 2% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Cornering lights | 50 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 23% |
Option Package Details
BMW 1-Series 135i
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 300 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 150 | 40% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 60% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | 40 | Yes |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | 40 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1505 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 5% |
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