| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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: $37,835 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $10,640 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,154 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| Difference: $10,611 | |||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2010 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | X3 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | xDrive30i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $30,200 | $32,515 | $38,850 |
| Base Invoice | $27,518 | $29,578 | $35,920 |
| Luxury Package | 1,700 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 350 | 350 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,200 | 1,200 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 560 | 560 | |
| Cargo cover | 80 | 80 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 255 | 255 | 750 |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,995 | 1,800 |
| Sunroof | 850 | 850 | |
| Sport Activity Package | 1,400 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,750 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | ||
| Luxury Package | 1,445 | ||
| Ultimate Convenience Group | 298 | 298 | |
| 4.6L V8 | 1,068 | 1,068 | |
| Side curtain airbags | 476 | 476 | |
| Cargo cover | 68 | 68 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 217 | 217 | 685 |
| Navigation system | 1,696 | 1,696 | 1,640 |
| Sunroof | 723 | 723 | |
| Sport Activity Package | 1,275 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,415 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | ||
| Options (change) | 6,990 | 5,290 | 8,750 |
| Options (change) | 5,991 | 4,546 | 7,970 |
| Destination | 645 | 645 | 875 |
| Total Price | $37,835 | $38,450 | $48,475 |
| Total Invoice | $34,154 | $34,769 | $44,765 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,445 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $7,661 | |||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2010 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | X3 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | xDrive30i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 292hp V8 | 292hp V8 | 260hp I6 |
| Transmission | A6 | A6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 15/21 MPG | 15/21 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 290, 7 | 290, 7 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/65-17 | 245/65-17 | 235/50-18 |
| Total Price | $37,835 | $38,450 | $48,475 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -3,195 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $37,835 | $38,450 | $45,280 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $34,154 | $34,769 | $44,765 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -2,950 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $34,154 | $34,769 | $41,815 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $615 | $0 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2010 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | X3 |
| Trim | Eddie Bauer | Limited | xDrive30i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | $1000 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |
| AWD | $1700 | ||
| Accessories | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | ||
| Brake assist | $50 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | ||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Cargo organizer | $100 | ||
| Class II trailer hitch | $200 | $200 | |
| Trailering equipment (4 wire) | $125 | $125 | |
| Climate Control | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | ||
| Interior air filter | $0 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Skid plate (one) | $50 | ||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |
| Infotainment | |||
| Aux input | $50 | ||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | ||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | |
| CD player | $125 | ||
| HD radio | $50 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | ||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | ||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| All-terrain tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | |
| Polished alloy wheels | $350 | ||
| White-letter tires | $0 | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,025 | $4,025 | $7,220 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $3,195 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -2,950 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2006 | 2010 |
| Model | Explorer | X3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 110.1 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 179.7 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 66.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,531 lb. | 4,067 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 17.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.8 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.0 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.4 in | 40.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.9 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.9 in | 35.8 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 | 30.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 30.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer
| 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 | No |
| 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 | 1050 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 675 | 39% |
| 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
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 X3 xDrive30i
| 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% |
| Sport Activity Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | 275 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Running boards | 350 | Yes |
| 235/50HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 625 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 39% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| 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 | No |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1200 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 35% |
| Total Not Requested | 2150 | 65% |
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