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Ford Taurus vs. BMW 3-Series 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.
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Ford Taurus vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,700 Ford Taurus Limited | |||||||
| Difference: $9,920 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,913 Ford Taurus Limited | |||||||
| Difference: $10,372 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Taurus | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | Limited | 320i | 328d | 330i | 330e iPerformance | 340i | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $27,620 | $33,450 | $40,250 | $38,750 | $44,100 | $47,900 | $64,000 |
| Base Invoice | $25,388 | $31,790 | $38,115 | $36,720 | $41,695 | $45,225 | $60,200 |
| Navigation system | 1,995 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | 1,950 | |
| Limited Convenience Package | 475 | ||||||
| Stability control | 495 | ||||||
| Sunroof | 895 | 1,050 | 1,050 | 1,050 | 0 | ||
| Sunshade, rear | 225 | ||||||
| Satellite radio | 195 | ||||||
| Premium Package | 3,100 | ||||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 1,450 | 0 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | ||
| Executive Package | 3,900 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,736 | 1,775 | 1,775 | 1,775 | 1,775 | 1,775 | |
| Limited Convenience Package | 413 | ||||||
| Stability control | 431 | ||||||
| Sunroof | 779 | 965 | 965 | 965 | 0 | ||
| Sunshade, rear | 196 | ||||||
| Satellite radio | 170 | ||||||
| Premium Package | 2,850 | ||||||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | 1,335 | 1,335 | 1,335 | 1,335 | 0 | |
| Heated front seats | 460 | 460 | 460 | 460 | 460 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 435 | ||||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 645 | 645 | 645 | 645 | 645 | 645 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 530 | 530 | 530 | 530 | 530 | ||
| Executive Package | 3,590 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 4,280 | 8,175 | 6,225 | 6,225 | 6,225 | 5,175 | 5,175 |
| Options (change) | 3,725 | 7,500 | 5,710 | 5,710 | 5,710 | 4,745 | 4,765 |
| Destination | 800 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -4,001 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $32,700 | $42,620 | $47,470 | $45,970 | $47,319 | $54,070 | $70,170 |
| Total Invoice | $29,913 | $40,285 | $44,820 | $43,425 | $44,399 | $50,965 | $65,960 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus Limited | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $8,990 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,493 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Taurus | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | Limited | 320i | 328d | 330i | 330e iPerformance | 340i | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 263hp V6 | 180hp I4 | 180hp I4 D | 248hp I4 | 180hp I4 PiH | 320hp I6 | 425hp I6 |
| Transmission | A6 | M6 | T8 | T8 | T8 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 7 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 205, 9 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-18 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/45-18 | 255/40-18 |
| Total Price | $32,700 | $42,620 | $47,470 | $45,970 | $47,319 | $54,070 | $70,170 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -930 | -2,305 | -2,205 | -2,330 | -2,955 | -5,405 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $32,700 | $41,690 | $45,165 | $43,765 | $44,989 | $51,115 | $64,765 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,475 | $2,075 | $3,299 | $9,425 | $23,075 |
| Total Invoice | $29,913 | $40,285 | $44,820 | $43,425 | $44,399 | $50,965 | $65,960 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -879 | -2,176 | -2,083 | -2,186 | -2,785 | -5,081 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $29,913 | $39,406 | $42,644 | $41,342 | $42,213 | $48,180 | $60,879 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,238 | $1,936 | $2,807 | $8,774 | $21,473 |
Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | Taurus | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | Limited | 320i | 328d | 330i | 330e iPerformance | 340i | M3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 6-speed automatic | $1000 | ||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | ||||
| FWD | $0 | ||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Accessories | |||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||||||
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||||||
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | ||||||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Tilt steering wheel, manual | $150 | ||||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | ||||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | ||||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | ||||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | ||||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | ||||||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | ||||||
| Drivetrain | |||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| 3.5 kW onboard charger | $0 | ||||||
| 8 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||||||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | ||||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Text dictation | $50 | ||||||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | ||||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||||||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | ||||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | ||||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | ||||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | ||||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | ||||||
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding passenger seat | $150 | ||||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | ||||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||||
| Alloy wheels | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Machined alloy wheels | $350 | ||||||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||||||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Downshift rev matching | $50 | ||||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Total Value of Features | $3,465 | $4,395 | $5,770 | $5,670 | $5,795 | $6,420 | $8,870 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $930 | $2,305 | $2,205 | $2,330 | $2,955 | $5,405 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -879 | -2,176 | -2,083 | -2,186 | -2,785 | -5,081 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | Taurus | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 112.9 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 200.4 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 74.5 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 61.5 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,644 lb. | 3,502 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 39.4 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.8 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.3 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.7 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.5 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 53.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 41.3 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 21.2 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Taurus Limited
| Limited Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power-adjustable pedals | 125 | No |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 68% |
| Total Not Requested | 165 | 32% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 320i
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 33% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1850 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 1125 | 38% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330i
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330e iPerformance
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 340i
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive | 15 | No |
| In-vehicle Internet | 150 | No |
| Handwriting recognition | 200 | No |
| Siri Eyes Free support | 0 | No |
| S Voice support | 0 | No |
| 4G LTE connectivity | 0 | No |
| Navigation map updates, three years | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 415 | 37% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | -450 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | -450 | 37% |
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Executive Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Voice recorder | 0 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Text dictation | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 275 | 18% |
| Total Not Requested | 1225 | 82% |
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