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Ford Explorer vs. BMW 3-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 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $48,685 Ford Explorer Sport | ||
| Difference: $535 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $45,040 Ford Explorer Sport | ||
| Difference: $175 | ||
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| Model Year | 2013 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | 3-Series |
| Trim | Sport | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $40,780 | $34,200 |
| Base Invoice | $38,027 | $31,465 |
| Package 402A | 4,130 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,150 | 2,400 |
| Premium Package | 3,250 | |
| Navigation system | 2,100 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 350 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Proximity key | 500 | |
| HD radio | 500 | |
| Satellite radio | 595 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,275 | |
| AWD | 1,900 | |
| Package 402A | 3,604 | |
| Cargo cover | 118 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,392 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 1,004 | 2,135 |
| Premium Package | 2,960 | |
| Navigation system | 1,910 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 320 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Proximity key | 455 | |
| HD radio | 450 | |
| Satellite radio | 540 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1,210 | |
| AWD | 1,745 | |
| Options (change) | 7,010 | 14,245 |
| Options (change) | 6,118 | 12,975 |
| Destination | 895 | 775 |
| Total Price | $48,685 | $49,220 |
| Total Invoice | $45,040 | $45,215 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Sport | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,035 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,338 | ||
| Model Year | 2013 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | 3-Series |
| Trim | Sport | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 230hp I6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 17/25 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 205/55-16 |
| Total Price | $48,685 | $49,220 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,500 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $44,185 | $49,220 |
| Total Invoice | $45,040 | $45,215 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,163 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,877 | $45,215 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2013 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | 3-Series |
| Trim | Sport | 328i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| 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 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,895 | $5,395 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,500 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,163 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2013 | 2007 |
| Model | Explorer | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 55.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,921 lb. | 3,947 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 38.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 34.6 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 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 58.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Package 402A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Remote start | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 1425 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 1775 | 55% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| AWD | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| AWD | 0 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Hill start assist | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 100% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | No |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | 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 | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2200 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 23% |
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