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Ford Explorer vs. BMW X3 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 X3 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $55,165 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| Difference: $9,930 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $52,726 Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| Difference: $8,509 | ||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | X3 |
| Trim | Platinum | M40i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $53,940 | $54,300 |
| Base Invoice | $51,512 | $51,180 |
| Cargo cover | 130 | |
| Cargo mat | 100 | |
| Driving Assistance Package | 900 | |
| Premium Tier | 2,950 | |
| Executive Tier | 2,500 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 150 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | 300 | |
| Heated second row seats | 350 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 350 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | 550 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,200 | |
| Cargo cover | 124 | |
| Cargo mat | 95 | |
| Driving Assistance Package | 830 | |
| Premium Tier | 2,715 | |
| Executive Tier | 2,345 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | |
| Temporary spare tire | 140 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | 275 | |
| Heated second row seats | 320 | |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 320 | |
| Class III trailer hitch | 505 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,105 | |
| Options (change) | 230 | 9,800 |
| Options (change) | 219 | 9,060 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $55,165 | $65,095 |
| Total Invoice | $52,726 | $61,235 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Platinum | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $10,835 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,374 | ||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | X3 |
| Trim | Platinum | M40i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 365hp V6 | 355hp I6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/22 MPG | 20/27 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 500, 12 | 205, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 245/50-19 |
| Total Price | $55,165 | $65,095 |
| Adjustments for Features | -905 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $54,260 | $65,095 |
| Total Invoice | $52,726 | $61,235 |
| Adjustments for Features | -865 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $51,861 | $61,235 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | X3 |
| Trim | Platinum | M40i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Active noise reduction | $0 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote climate control | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | |
| 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 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | |
| Trailering equipment (7 wire) | $150 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding | $350 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | |
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Gesture control system | $100 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Compass | $0 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | |
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Launch control | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $11,335 | $10,430 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $905 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -865 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Explorer | X3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 112.8 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 185.9 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 74.4 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 66.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,890 lb. | 4,230 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 17.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 41.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 in | 57.5 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 56.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 36.4 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 | 28.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 28.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 62.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 M40i
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 200 | 22% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 78% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 26% |
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| 245/50WR19 tires | 400 | No |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | Yes |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 48% |
| Total Not Requested | 1115 | 52% |
| Executive Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | 250 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1800 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 18% |
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