2025 BMW
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2025 Ford
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| MPG - City | 25 - 27 MPG | 18 - 20 MPG |
| MPG - Hwy | 30 - 33 MPG | 25 - 29 MPG |
| Seating Capacity | 5 seats | 6 - 7 seats |
| Cargo Space | 67.1 ft3 | Info not available |
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| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Drivetrain | All Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive |
| Horsepower | 255 - 393 hp | 300 - 400 hp |
| Towing Capacity | 4,001 - 4,850 lbs | 5,000 lbs |
| Exterior Length | 187.2 in | 198.8 in |
| Exterior Width | 75.6 in | 78.9 in |
| Leg Room | Info not available |
Front 42.9 - 43.0 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.0 in |
| Head Room | Info not available |
Front 38.9 - 40.7 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.5 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Convenience
The BMW X3 requires fewer stops at the gas station than the Ford Explorer, making it more convenient to drive.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW X3 is somewhat more expensive than the Ford Explorer.
Dimensions
Since the BMW X3 is much slimmer than the Ford Explorer, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot.
If you go with the BMW X3, you'll have a much easier time finding a large enough space to park than you will with the Ford Explorer.
Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Ford Explorer is clearly the choice over the BMW X3 for pulling heavy loads.
The BMW X3 has a little less horsepower than the Ford Explorer.
Powertrain
With its lower torque engine, the BMW X3 doesn't do as good a job transmitting power to its wheels as the Ford Explorer.
Utility
The BMW X3 has less seating than the Ford Explorer, making the Ford Explorer the better choice, if you need to chauffeur many passengers.