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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: $47,190 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $2,585 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $45,098 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $667 | ||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | X3 |
| Trim | Limited | xDrive30i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $41,675 | $39,400 |
| Base Invoice | $39,800 | $36,250 |
| AWD | 2,150 | |
| Cargo mat | 100 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Cargo cover | 130 | |
| Running boards | 595 | |
| 3.5L V6 | 0 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 1,000 | |
| Sport Activity Package | 1,400 | |
| Premium Package | 2,800 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 700 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 150 | |
| HD radio | 350 | |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | |
| AWD | 2,054 | |
| Cargo mat | 95 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,515 | |
| Cargo cover | 124 | |
| Running boards | 565 | |
| 3.5L V6 | 0 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 910 | |
| Sport Activity Package | 1,275 | |
| Premium Package | 2,550 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 635 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 730 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | |
| Heated steering wheel | 135 | |
| HD radio | 315 | |
| Navigation system | 1,640 | |
| 6-speed shiftable automatic | 0 | |
| Options (change) | 4,570 | 9,550 |
| Options (change) | 4,353 | 8,690 |
| Destination | 945 | 825 |
| Total Price | $47,190 | $49,775 |
| Total Invoice | $45,098 | $45,765 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X3
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $7,255 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,130 | ||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | X3 |
| Trim | Limited | xDrive30i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 260hp I6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 16/23 MPG | 17/24 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 235/50-18 |
| Total Price | $47,190 | $49,775 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,670 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,520 | $49,775 |
| Total Invoice | $45,098 | $45,765 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,463 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,635 | $45,765 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2017 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | X3 |
| Trim | Limited | xDrive30i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power liftgate | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Proximity key | $250 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| 911 assist | $25 | |
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | |
| Curve control | $50 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Cargo organizer | $100 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Ski sack | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Skid plate (one) | $50 | |
| Tow hook(s), front | $40 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| 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 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $10,385 | $5,715 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,670 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,463 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X3
| Model Year | 2017 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | X3 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 110.1 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 179.7 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 73.0 in |
| Height | 70.0 in | 66.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,633 lb. | 4,067 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 17.7 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.4 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.5 in | 55.8 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 40.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.6 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.5 in | 35.8 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 | 30.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 30.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW X3 xDrive30i
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Ski sack | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 33% |
| 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 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 69% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 31% |
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