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Ford Explorer vs. BMW 7-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 7-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $36,850 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||||
| Difference: $42,345 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $33,856 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||||
| Difference: $39,229 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | 7-Series | 7-Series | 7-Series | 7-Series | 7-Series |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 740Li | 750Li | ActiveHybrid 750Li | 760Li | Alpina B7 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Base Price | $29,245 | $32,395 | $75,500 | $88,200 | $101,000 | $137,300 | $126,500 |
| Base Invoice | $27,273 | $30,178 | $69,640 | $81,325 | $93,100 | $126,495 | $116,560 |
| Luxury Package | 1,290 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | |||||
| Audiophile Package | 510 | ||||||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 560 | 560 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 295 | ||||||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,295 | 1,295 | |||||
| Third-row seat | 875 | 375 | |||||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,800 | 2,800 | 2,800 | 2,200 | 2,200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | |||||
| Luxury Package | 1,097 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | |||||
| Audiophile Package | 433 | ||||||
| Sun and Sirius Package | 476 | 476 | |||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 251 | ||||||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | 1,101 | 1,101 | |||||
| Third-row seat | 744 | 319 | |||||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,550 | 2,550 | 2,550 | 2,000 | 2,000 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | |||||
| Options (change) | 6,820 | 4,225 | 2,800 | 3,150 | 3,150 | 2,200 | 2,200 |
| Options (change) | 5,798 | 3,592 | 2,550 | 2,870 | 2,870 | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| Destination | 785 | 785 | 895 | 895 | 895 | 895 | 895 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,000 | 0 | 1,700 | 1,000 |
| Total Price | $36,850 | $37,405 | $79,195 | $93,245 | $105,045 | $142,095 | $130,595 |
| Total Invoice | $33,856 | $34,555 | $73,085 | $86,090 | $96,865 | $131,090 | $120,455 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 7-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $39,615 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $36,710 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | 7-Series | 7-Series | 7-Series | 7-Series | 7-Series |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 740Li | 750Li | ActiveHybrid 750Li | 760Li | Alpina B7 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Engine | 210hp V6 | 210hp V6 | 315hp I6 | 400hp V8 | 455hp V8 H | 535hp V12 | 500hp V8 |
| Transmission | A5 | A5 | T6 | T6 | T8 | T8 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 190, 7 | 190, 7 | 205, 10 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 235/65-18 | 245/50-18 | 245/45-19 | 245/45-19 | 245/45-19 | 245/35-21 |
| Total Price | $36,850 | $37,405 | $79,195 | $93,245 | $105,045 | $142,095 | $130,595 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -250 | -2,730 | -3,980 | -6,230 | -13,180 | -8,330 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $36,850 | $37,155 | $76,465 | $89,265 | $98,815 | $128,915 | $122,265 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $305 | $0 | $12,800 | $22,350 | $52,450 | $45,800 |
| Total Invoice | $33,856 | $34,555 | $73,085 | $86,090 | $96,865 | $131,090 | $120,455 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -231 | -2,519 | -3,675 | -5,745 | -12,159 | -7,683 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $33,856 | $34,324 | $70,566 | $82,415 | $91,120 | $118,931 | $112,772 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $468 | $0 | $11,849 | $20,554 | $48,365 | $42,206 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 7-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | 7-Series | 7-Series | 7-Series | 7-Series | 7-Series |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | 740Li | 750Li | ActiveHybrid 750Li | 760Li | Alpina B7 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 5-speed automatic | $900 | $900 | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | $1100 | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Power door closers | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | |||||
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | $225 | |||||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Around view cameras | $500 | ||||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | |||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | ||||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | ||||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | |||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | ||||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | |||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||||||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | $40 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||||
| Running boards | $350 | $350 | |||||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |||||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| Entertainment system, ceiling-mounted | $1000 | $1000 | |||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | ||||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | |||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Ceramic controls | $0 | ||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | $200 | ||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Folding third row seats | $600 | $600 | |||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, second row seats | $225 | ||||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | $75 | ||||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power recliner, second row seats | $150 | ||||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | $150 | ||||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power upper seatback recliner, second row seats | $150 | ||||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | $650 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Active steering | $1000 | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Chrome-clad alloy wheels | $600 | ||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rear air springs, auto-leveling | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Rear wheel steering | $1500 | ||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,315 | $6,565 | $9,045 | $10,295 | $12,545 | $19,495 | $14,645 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $250 | $2,730 | $3,980 | $6,230 | $13,180 | $8,330 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -231 | -2,519 | -3,675 | -5,745 | -12,159 | -7,683 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW 7-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2012 |
| Model | Explorer | 7-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan, ext. |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 126.4 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 205.3 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 74.9 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 58.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,441 lb. | 4,433 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 21.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 40.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 59.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 38.9 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 57.6 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 44.3 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 | 17.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 17.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| Luxury Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated mirrors | 25 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 90% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 10% |
| Audiophile Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | Yes |
| Unbranded, 190W, 7 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 64% |
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 87% |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Sun and Sirius Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | 75 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | No |
| Center armrest(s), second row | 50 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 125 | 13% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 87% |
Option Package Details
BMW 7-Series 740Li
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1200 | No |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 1225 | 86% |
Option Package Details
BMW 7-Series 750Li
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1200 | No |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 1225 | 86% |
Option Package Details
BMW 7-Series ActiveHybrid 750Li
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1200 | No |
| CD changer, remote | 200 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 14% |
| Total Not Requested | 1225 | 86% |
Option Package Details
BMW 7-Series 760Li
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1200 | No |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1225 | 100% |
Option Package Details
BMW 7-Series Alpina B7
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1200 | No |
| Rear seat audio controls | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 1225 | 100% |
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