| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Ford Explorer vs. BMW 5-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 5-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $37,850 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||||
| Difference: $14,127 | ||||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,119 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||||
| Difference: $14,598 | ||||||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | 540d | M550i | M5 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $30,200 | $32,515 | $52,400 | $52,400 | $57,700 | $62,000 | $73,400 | $102,600 |
| Base Invoice | $27,518 | $29,578 | $49,410 | $49,410 | $54,340 | $58,340 | $68,940 | $96,100 |
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | ||||||
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | |||||||
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | ||||||
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | 0 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | ||||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 255 | 255 | 750 | 750 | 750 | 750 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | ||||||
| Temporary spare tire | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,200 | |||||||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | ||||||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | |||||||
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | ||||||
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | 0 | |||||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | ||||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 217 | 217 | 685 | 685 | 685 | 685 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | ||||||
| Temporary spare tire | 140 | 140 | 140 | 140 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | 505 | 505 | 505 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | 1,335 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,025 | |||||||
| Options (change) | 7,005 | 5,305 | 3,400 | 3,250 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 2,850 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 5,956 | 4,511 | 3,120 | 2,980 | 1,785 | 1,785 | 2,620 | 0 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4,668 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,000 |
| Total Price | $37,850 | $38,465 | $56,795 | $51,977 | $60,645 | $64,945 | $77,245 | $104,595 |
| Total Invoice | $34,119 | $34,734 | $53,525 | $48,717 | $57,120 | $61,120 | $72,555 | $98,095 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,482 | ||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,119 | ||||||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | 540d | M550i | M5 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 248hp I4 | 180hp I4 PiH | 335hp I6 | 261hp I6 D | 456hp V8 | 600hp V8 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | 4WD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 290, 7 | 290, 7 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/40-19 | 275/40-19 |
| Total Price | $37,850 | $38,465 | $56,795 | $51,977 | $60,645 | $64,945 | $77,245 | $104,595 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -2,720 | -2,645 | -2,720 | -4,670 | -9,295 | -9,445 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,850 | $38,465 | $54,075 | $49,332 | $57,925 | $60,275 | $67,950 | $95,150 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $4,743 | $0 | $8,593 | $10,943 | $18,618 | $45,818 |
| Total Invoice | $34,119 | $34,734 | $53,525 | $48,717 | $57,120 | $61,120 | $72,555 | $98,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -2,563 | -2,479 | -2,562 | -4,395 | -8,731 | -8,858 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,119 | $34,734 | $50,962 | $46,238 | $54,558 | $56,725 | $63,824 | $89,237 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $4,724 | $0 | $8,320 | $10,487 | $17,586 | $42,999 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | 540d | M550i | M5 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | ||||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | ||||||
| 4WD | $1700 | |||||||
| Accessories | ||||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | ||||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | ||||||
| Climate Control | ||||||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Drivetrain | ||||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |||||||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||||
| 3.5 kW onboard charger | $0 | |||||||
| 9 kWh battery pack | $0 | |||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | $500 | ||||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | ||||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Infotainment | ||||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | |||||||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | ||||||
| Gesture control system | $100 | |||||||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |||||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |||||||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | ||||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||||||
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||||||
| Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options | $0 | |||||||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | |||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Transmission | ||||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,775 | $4,775 | $7,495 | $7,420 | $7,495 | $9,445 | $14,070 | $14,220 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $2,720 | $2,645 | $2,720 | $4,670 | $9,295 | $9,445 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -2,563 | -2,479 | -2,562 | -4,395 | -8,731 | -8,858 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2006 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 117.1 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 194.6 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 73.5 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 58.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 3,747 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 58.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 37.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 53.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 45.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 34.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| Unbranded, 290W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 32% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Ultimate Convenience Group | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 56% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530e iPerformance
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540d
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
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