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Ford Explorer vs. BMW X5 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 X5 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $46,435 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $19,885 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $42,779 Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| Difference: $18,371 | ||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | X5 |
| Trim | Limited | 4.8i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Base Price | $37,535 | $54,800 |
| Base Invoice | $34,952 | $50,595 |
| Package 301A | 2,250 | |
| AWD | 2,000 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,595 | |
| Cargo cover | 135 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 2,095 | |
| Third-row seat | 1,200 | |
| Technology Package | 2,600 | |
| Premium Package | 1,850 | |
| HD radio | 350 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Power liftgate | 500 | |
| Proximity key | 1,000 | |
| Entertainment system, console-mounted | 1,700 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | |
| Package 301A | 1,913 | |
| AWD | 1,820 | |
| Panoramic sunroof | 1,356 | |
| Cargo cover | 115 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | 1,798 | |
| Third-row seat | 1,090 | |
| Technology Package | 2,365 | |
| Premium Package | 1,685 | |
| HD radio | 320 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Power liftgate | 455 | |
| Proximity key | 910 | |
| Entertainment system, console-mounted | 1,545 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | |
| Options (change) | 8,075 | 10,695 |
| Options (change) | 7,002 | 9,730 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $46,435 | $66,320 |
| Total Invoice | $42,779 | $61,150 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X5
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $19,860 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,348 | ||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | X5 |
| Trim | Limited | 4.8i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 350hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 17/23 MPG | 14/19 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 205, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/55-18 |
| Total Price | $46,435 | $66,320 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -25 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $46,435 | $66,295 |
| Total Invoice | $42,779 | $61,150 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -23 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $42,779 | $61,127 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X5
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | X5 |
| Trim | Limited | 4.8i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| AC power outlet | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | |
| Remote start | $150 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| 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 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Safety key | $5 | |
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | |
| Terrain selector | $200 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Trailer sway control | $25 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo area partition net | $40 | |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |
| Liftglass or two-piece tailgate | $150 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | |
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Body kit (gray/black) | $0 | |
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Entertainment system with dual headrest screens | $1200 | |
| Entertainment system, console-mounted | $1000 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $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 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| 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 | |
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Folding third row seats | $600 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | $200 | |
| Manual fore-aft adjuster, 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 | $9,070 | $9,095 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $25 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -23 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW X5
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 |
| Model | Explorer | X5 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 115.5 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 191.1 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 76.1 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 69.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,752 lb. | 5,335 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 23.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 60.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 39.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 58.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 36.6 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 | 7.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 21.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 61.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Limited
| Package 301A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 | 1175 | 61% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 39% |
Option Package Details
BMW X5 4.8i
| Third-row seat | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Third-row 2-section 2-person split bench | 100 | Yes |
| Folding third row seats | 600 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | 50 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces, third-row seats | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 21% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1175 | 89% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 11% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Cargo area rails w/tie downs | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Cargo area partition net | 40 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 740 | 57% |
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