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Ford Explorer vs. BMW Z4 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 Z4 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $39,890 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $15,580 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $37,211 Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| Difference: $13,799 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Z4 | Z4 |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | sDrive30i | sDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $38,200 | $43,100 | $45,750 | $51,650 |
| Base Invoice | $35,622 | $40,191 | $42,090 | $47,520 |
| Navigation system | 795 | 2,100 | 2,100 | |
| Package 401A | 4,300 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,900 | 2,500 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | 595 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | ||
| Proximity key | 500 | 500 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Navigation system | 694 | 1,910 | 1,910 | |
| Package 401A | 3,752 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,550 | 2,275 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | 540 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 685 | ||
| Proximity key | 455 | 455 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| Options (change) | 795 | 4,300 | 8,895 | 7,495 |
| Options (change) | 694 | 3,752 | 8,095 | 6,820 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 825 | 825 |
| Total Price | $39,890 | $48,295 | $55,470 | $59,970 |
| Total Invoice | $37,211 | $44,838 | $51,010 | $55,165 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW Z4
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Explorer Limited | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,450 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $11,840 | ||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Z4 | Z4 |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | sDrive30i | sDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 290hp V6 | 365hp V6 | 255hp I6 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | T6 | T6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 390, 12 | ?, 10 | ?, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/50-20 | 255/50-20 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 |
| Total Price | $39,890 | $48,295 | $55,470 | $59,970 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,650 | -2,130 | -2,580 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $39,890 | $44,645 | $53,340 | $57,390 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,755 | $0 | $4,050 |
| Total Invoice | $37,211 | $44,838 | $51,010 | $55,165 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,389 | -1,959 | -2,373 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $37,211 | $41,449 | $49,051 | $52,792 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,238 | $0 | $3,741 |
Features Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW Z4
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2009 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Explorer | Z4 | Z4 |
| Trim | Limited | Sport | sDrive30i | sDrive35i |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| FWD | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power liftgate | $350 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | ||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | $125 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| 911 assist | $25 | $25 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Curve control | $50 | $50 | ||
| Hill descent control | $250 | |||
| Inflatable rear seat belts | $200 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Roll bar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Safety key | $5 | $5 | ||
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | $500 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||
| Terrain selector | $200 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trailer sway control | $25 | $25 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | ||
| Roof rails | $250 | $250 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | ||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | $400 | ||
| Rear wiper | $175 | $175 | ||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside cladding (gray/black) | $250 | $250 | ||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | $275 | ||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | ||
| Wheel-lip moldings | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||
| Navigation, turn-by-turn | $25 | $25 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot capability | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | ||
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | ||
| Spotter mirror(s) | $50 | $50 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Trip computer | $150 | $150 | ||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | ||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Stowable third row seats | $600 | $600 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $7,845 | $11,495 | $9,975 | $10,425 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,650 | $2,130 | $2,580 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,389 | -1,959 | -2,373 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Explorer vs. BMW Z4
| Model Year | 2015 | 2009 |
| Model | Explorer | Z4 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 98.3 in |
| Length | 197.1 in | 166.9 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | 70.5 in |
| Height | 70.4 in | 50.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,535 lb. | 3,242 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.6 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 61.3 in | 53.3 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 57.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.6 in | 42.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 61.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 56.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 39.8 in | 0.0 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 | 10.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 10.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Explorer Sport
| Package 401A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Inflatable rear seatbelts | 200 | No |
| AC power outlet | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power liftgate | 350 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | No |
| Total Requested | 1425 | 45% |
| Total Not Requested | 1725 | 55% |
Option Package Details
BMW Z4 sDrive30i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 800 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| 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% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | 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 |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Automatic air recirculation | 100 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| No leather in second row | -300 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2575 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 550 | 18% |
Option Package Details
BMW Z4 sDrive35i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| SD Card slot | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 800 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
| 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% |
| 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 |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 36% |
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