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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: $44,910 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $16,080 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,389 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $14,351 | ||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | 5-Series |
| Trim | Limited | 530i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Base Price | $37,855 | $51,400 |
| Base Invoice | $35,268 | $46,955 |
| Package 302A / 303A | 4,500 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Premium Package | 2,100 | |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Satellite radio | 595 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 700 | |
| Proximity key | 1,000 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,200 | |
| Package 302A / 303A | 3,825 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | |
| Premium Package | 1,910 | |
| Navigation system | 1,640 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Satellite radio | 540 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 635 | |
| Proximity key | 910 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,000 | |
| Options (change) | 6,230 | 8,895 |
| Options (change) | 5,296 | 8,090 |
| Destination | 825 | 695 |
| Total Price | $44,910 | $60,990 |
| Total Invoice | $41,389 | $55,740 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $19,220 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $17,245 | ||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | 5-Series |
| Trim | Limited | 530i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 255hp I6 |
| Transmission | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 200, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 225/50-17 |
| Total Price | $44,910 | $60,990 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,140 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $41,770 | $60,990 |
| Total Invoice | $41,389 | $55,740 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,894 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $38,495 | $55,740 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | 5-Series |
| Trim | Limited | 530i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |
| FWD | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | |
| 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 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $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 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | |
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Cargo organizer | $100 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Aux input | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel 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 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | |
| Total Value of Features | $7,670 | $4,530 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,140 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,894 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 |
| Model | Explorer | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 113.6 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 191.2 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 72.7 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 58.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,558 lb. | 3,649 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 37.6 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 57.3 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 | 37.6 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 57.2 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 36.0 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 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 17.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 17.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 58.3 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 302A / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | Yes |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Parking guidance system - active | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 2225 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 1950 | 47% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power liftgate | 350 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 17% |
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