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Ford Taurus vs. BMW 3-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Ford Taurus vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $45,480

Ford Taurus SHO   
Difference: $3,640

Lowest Total Invoice: $41,856

Ford Taurus SHO   
Difference: $4,469

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year201320172017201720172017
ModelTaurus3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimSHO328d330i330e iPerformance340iM3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $39,300 $40,250 $38,750 $44,100 $47,900 $64,000
Base Invoice $36,254 $38,115 $36,720 $41,695 $45,225 $60,200
Package 302A / 402A 3,000          
Navigation system 795 1,950 1,950 1,950 1,950  
Multicontour seats 595          
Sunroof 995         0
Cold Weather Package   800 800 800 800  
Leather seating surfaces   1,450 1,450 1,450 1,450 0
Driver Assistance Package   950 950 950 950  
Premium Package   2,450 2,450 2,450    
Metallic paint (extra cost)   700 700 700 700 700
Semi-automated parking system   500 500 500 500 500
Sunshade, rear, power   575 575 575 575 575
M Sport Package         0  
Executive Package           3,900
Wood trim           0
Package 302A / 402A 2,678          
Navigation system 710 1,775 1,775 1,775 1,775  
Multicontour seats 531          
Sunroof 888         0
Cold Weather Package   735 735 735 735  
Leather seating surfaces   1,335 1,335 1,335 1,335 0
Driver Assistance Package   875 875 875 875  
Premium Package   2,255 2,255 2,255    
Metallic paint (extra cost)   645 645 645 645 645
Semi-automated parking system   460 460 460 460 460
Sunshade, rear, power   530 530 530 530 530
M Sport Package         0  
Executive Package           3,590
Wood trim           0
Options (change) 5,385 9,375 9,375 9,375 6,925 5,675
Options (change) 4,807 8,610 8,610 8,610 6,355 5,225
Destination 795 995 995 995 995 995
Gas Tax 0 0 0 -4,001 0 0
Total Price $45,480 $50,620 $49,120 $50,469 $55,820 $70,670
Total Invoice $41,856 $47,720 $46,325 $47,299 $52,575 $66,420

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. BMW 3-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Taurus SHO
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $4,865
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,568
Model Year201320172017201720172017
ModelTaurus3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimSHO328d330i330e iPerformance340iM3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine365hp V6180hp I4 D248hp I4180hp I4 PiH320hp I6425hp I6
TransmissionT6T8T8T8M6M6
DrivetrainAWDRWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)390, 12205, 9205, 9205, 9205, 9600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/45-19225/50-17225/50-17225/50-17225/45-18255/40-18
Total Price$45,480$50,620$49,120$50,469$55,820$70,670
Adjustments for Features-2,500-1,375-1,275-1,4000-1,675
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$42,980$49,245$47,845$49,069$55,820$68,995
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,400$0$1,224$7,975$21,150
Total Invoice$41,856$47,720$46,325$47,299$52,575$66,420
Adjustments for Features-2,301-1,296-1,202-1,3120-1,574
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$39,555$46,424$45,123$45,987$52,575$64,846
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,301$0$864$7,452$19,723

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Features Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year201320172017201720172017
ModelTaurus3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series3-Series
TrimSHO328d330i330e iPerformance340iM3
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100     
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300$1300$1300  
6-speed manual    $150$150
AWD$1700     
RWD $0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate $100$100$100$100$100
Keyless entry keypad$50     
Power-adjustable pedals$125     
Remote app $25$25$25$25$25
Remote start$150     
Remote window/roof operation $15$15$15$15$15
Sunshades, second row $125$125$125$125$125
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual $250$250$250$250$250
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power$350     
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
911 assist$25     
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0$0$0$0
Blind spot warning system$200     
Cross-traffic warning, rear$100     
Curve control$50     
Knee airbag, driver $75$75$75$75$75
Knee airbag, passenger $75$75$75$75$75
Rollover sensor$50     
Safety key$5     
Temporary spare tire$150     
Tires, run-flat $150$150$150$150 
Torque vectoring, brake-based$100     
Vehicle health reports$0     
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50$50$50$50
Cargo net$40     
Overhead sunglass holder$25     
Climate Control 
Automatic air recirculation $100$100$100$100$100
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15$15$15
Rear air vents$100     
Rear air vents with manual controls $150$150$150$150$150
Residual heat $50$50$50$50$50
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
Regenerative braking $0$0 $0$0
Exterior 
Black exterior trim (optional) $0$0$0$0$0
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)$25    $25
Painted brake calipers (optional)     $0
Rear spoiler$200    $200
Sport rocker panels (optional)    $0$0
Infotainment 
4G LTE connectivity $0$0$0$0$0
App support $0$0$0$0$0
DVD-compatible player $0$0$0$0$0
Handwriting recognition $200$200$200$200$200
In-vehicle Internet $150$150$150$150$150
Media drive $15$15$15$15$15
Navigation map updates, three years $0$0$0$0$0
Navigation, turn-by-turn$25     
S Voice support $0$0$0$0$0
Satellite radio$200     
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250$250$250$250$250
SD Card slot$25     
Siri Eyes Free support $0$0$0$0$0
SMS text-to-speech reader$25    $25
Surround sound$250    $250
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200$200$200$200
Text dictation     $50
Voice recorder     $0
Wi-Fi hotspot     $50
Wi-Fi hotspot capability$0     
Wireless charging station     $75
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights$200     
Cornering lights     $50
Fog lights $125$125$125  
Head-up display (HUD)     $350
Headlight washers     $50
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display$250     
Large energy flow and fuel economy display   $25  
LED headlights $1000$1000$1000$1000 
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25$25$25$25
Power-folding mirrors $50$50$50$50$50
Steering-linked headlights     $150
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25$25$25$25
Xenon HID headlights$500    $500
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300     
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50$50$50
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50$50$50
Massage, driver seat$100     
Massage, passenger seat$100     
Metal pedals$75     
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat $100$100$100$100$100
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat $100$100$100$100$100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0     
Wood trim $300$300$300$300$300
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical     $500
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200$200$200
Performance steering system (optional)     $0
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0   $0$0
Transmission 
Downshift rev matching     $50
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100$100 $100  
Total Value of Features$6,695$5,570$5,470$5,595$4,195$5,870
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,500$1,375$1,275$1,400$0$1,675
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,301-1,296-1,202-1,3120-1,574

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Specifications Comparison: Ford Taurus vs. BMW 3-Series

Model Year20132017
ModelTaurus3-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase112.9 in110.6 in
Length202.9 in182.5 in
Width76.2 in71.3 in
Height60.7 in56.3 in
Curb Weight3,970 lb.3,502 lb.
Fuel Capacity20.0 gal.15.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in40.3 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.9 in55.1 in
Row 1 Hip Room56.3 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in42.0 in
Row 2 Headroom37.8 in37.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.9 in55.1 in
Row 2 Hip Room55.8 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom38.1 in35.1 in
Cargo Volume20.1 ft313.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
Ford Taurus SHO

Package 302A / 402A
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Rain-sensing wipers100Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Parking guidance system - active500Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300No
Surround sound250Yes
HD radio50Yes
Blind spot warning system200No
Rear cross-traffic detection100No
Sony, 390W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested177561%
Total Not Requested115039%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio75Yes
Total Requested675100%
Total Not Requested00%
Multicontour seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Total Requested20050%
Total Not Requested20050%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328d

Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Total Requested22564%
Total Not Requested12536%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Remote app25No
Total Requested72565%
Total Not Requested39035%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
LED headlights1000No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145052%
Total Not Requested135048%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330i

Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Total Requested22564%
Total Not Requested12536%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Remote app25No
Total Requested72565%
Total Not Requested39035%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
LED headlights1000No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145052%
Total Not Requested135048%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 330e iPerformance

Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Total Requested22564%
Total Not Requested12536%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Remote app25No
Total Requested72565%
Total Not Requested39035%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
LED headlights1000No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150Yes
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested145052%
Total Not Requested135048%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 340i

Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Total Requested22564%
Total Not Requested12536%
Navigation system
FeatureValueRequested?
DVD-compatible player0No
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive15No
In-vehicle Internet150No
Handwriting recognition200No
Siri Eyes Free support0No
S Voice support0No
4G LTE connectivity0No
Navigation map updates, three years0No
Navigation system600Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
App support0No
Remote app25No
Total Requested72565%
Total Not Requested39035%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Total Requested600100%
Total Not Requested00%
M Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sport suspension (upgrade)250Yes
Sport front fascia (optional)0No
225/45VR18 tires400No
Sport rocker panels (optional)0No
Total Requested25038%
Total Not Requested40062%

Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3

Leather seating surfaces
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces450Yes
Upgraded leather upholstery-450No
Total Requested45038%
Total Not Requested-45062%
Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Total Requested22564%
Total Not Requested12536%
Executive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated second row seats200Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350No
Headlight washers50No
SMS text-to-speech reader25Yes
Voice recorder0No
Wi-Fi hotspot50No
Wireless charging station75No
Text dictation50No
Total Requested92562%
Total Not Requested57538%

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