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Ford Explorer vs. BMW Z4 Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Explorer vs. BMW Z4 Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $39,290

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $7,710

Lowest Total Invoice: $36,568

Ford Explorer Limited   
Difference: $6,862

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201120082008
ModelExplorerZ4Z4
TrimLimited3.0siM Coupe
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Base Price $37,535 $40,700 $50,400
Base Invoice $34,952 $37,625 $46,550
Cargo cover 135    
Navigation system 795 1,800 1,800
Premium Package   2,350 2,950
Metallic paint (extra cost)   475 475
HD radio   350 350
Heated front seats   500 500
Wood trim   0 0
Cargo cover 115    
Navigation system 676 1,640 1,640
Premium Package   2,140 2,685
Metallic paint (extra cost)   430 430
HD radio   315 315
Heated front seats   455 455
Wood trim   0 0
Options (change) 930 5,475 6,075
Options (change) 791 4,980 5,525
Destination 825 825 825
Total Price $39,290 $47,000 $57,300
Total Invoice $36,568 $43,430 $52,900

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW Z4

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,320
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,083
Model Year201120082008
ModelExplorerZ4Z4
TrimLimited3.0siM Coupe
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Engine290hp V6255hp I6330hp I6
TransmissionT6M6M6
DrivetrainFWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12430, 10430, 10
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/50-20225/45-17225/45-18
Total Price$39,290$47,000$57,300
Adjustments for Features-5,6100-300
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$33,680$47,000$57,000
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$10,000
Total Invoice$36,568$43,430$52,900
Adjustments for Features-5,2210-277
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$31,347$43,430$52,623
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$9,193

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Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW Z4

Model Year201120082008
ModelExplorerZ4Z4
TrimLimited3.0siM Coupe
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch2dr Hatch
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100  
6-speed manual $150$150
FWD$0  
RWD $0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet$100  
Keyless entry keypad$50  
Power rear side windows$200  
Power-adjustable pedals$125  
Proximity key$250  
Remote start$150  
Universal garage door opener$100  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25  
Curve control$50  
Knee airbag, driver $75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75
Obstacle detection, rear$250  
Rearview camera$200  
Rollover sensor$50  
Safety key$5  
Side curtain airbags, three rows$500  
Temporary spare tire$150  
Tires, run-flat $150 
Trailer sway control$25  
Vehicle health reports$0  
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40  
Overhead sunglass holder$25  
Roof rails$250  
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100
Dual-zone climate control$125  
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15
Rain-sensing wipers $175$175
Rear air vents with manual controls$150  
Rear HVAC unit$400  
Rear wiper$175  
Variable intermittent wipers$75  
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential  $300
Exterior 
Bodyside cladding (gray/black)$250  
Deep-tinted rear windows$275  
Rear spoiler$200  
Wheel-lip moldings$75  
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming$25  
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25  
Satellite radio$200  
SD Card slot$25  
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200
Traffic + travel information$25  
USB port$25  
Voice control for external devices$0  
Voice control for nav and audio$100  
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75$75
Headlight washers  $50
Illuminated visor mirror, driver$50  
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger$50  
Interior ambient lighting$150  
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250  
Power-folding mirrors$50  
Spotter mirror(s)$50  
Visor mirror, driver $10$10
Visor mirror, passenger $10$10
Xenon HID headlights $500$500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Center armrest(s), second row$50  
Folding second row seats$300  
Leather door panel trim $250$250
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$50  
Manual recliner, second row seats$75  
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat  $50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat  $50
No leather in second row $-300$-300
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat $100$100
Stowable third row seats$600  
Wood trim $300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Sport suspension (upgrade)  $0
Total Value of Features$7,570$1,960$2,260
Value of Feature Adjustments$5,610$0$300
Value of Feature Adjustments-5,2210-277

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW Z4

Model Year20112008
ModelExplorerZ4
Body4dr SUV2dr Hatch
Wheelbase112.6 in98.2 in
Length197.1 in161.9 in
Width78.9 in70.1 in
Height70.4 in49.9 in
Curb Weight4,579 lb.3,109 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.6 gal.14.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.6 in37.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room61.3 in52.5 in
Row 1 Hip Room57.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom40.6 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom40.5 in0.0 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room61.0 in0.0 in
Row 2 Hip Room56.7 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom39.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Headroom37.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Shoulder Room50.8 in0.0 in
Row 3 Hip Room40.7 in0.0 in
Row 3 Legroom33.2 in0.0 in
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
21.0 ft39.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
43.8 ft39.2 ft3
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
80.7 ft39.2 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW Z4 3.0si

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Total Requested105053%
Total Not Requested95047%

Option Package Details
BMW Z4 M Coupe

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cruise control150Yes
Surround sound250Yes
THX-certified, 430W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Telematics service, such as OnStar200No
Bluetooth cell phone link100Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power height adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, driver seat200Yes
Power height adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Total Requested145064%
Total Not Requested80036%

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