Comparison - BMW X6 xDrive35i 2018 - vs - Ford Explorer Sport 2017

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Make:

BMW

Ford

Model:

Explorer

Average Price:

65,250

Updated:

20 Mar 2018

45,355

Updated:

30 Nov 2016

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2018

2017

Total Seating:

Transmission:

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

22.40gals

18.60gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Alpine White

#FFFFFF

Atlas Cedar Metallic

#88887E

Azurite Black Metallic

#000D31

Black Sapphire Metallic

#000000

Carbon Black Metallic

#171C24

Dark Graphite Metallic

#404143

Dark Olive Metallic

#746C57

Flamenco Red Metallic

#9B2E2B

Pearl Silver Metallic

#EAEBEF

Mineral White Metallic

#EAEAEA

Jet Black

#000000

Glacier Silver Metallic

#C8C8C8

Space Gray Metallic

#6D7577

Ruby Black Metallic

#352A30

Color:

Blue Jeans Metallic

#486478

Ingot Silver Metallic

#C4C4C8

Oxford White

#E4E4E4

Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#8E1C26

Shadow Black

#242424

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

The 2018 BMW X6 delivers eye-catching style and good driving dynamics, but is it still an SUV?
The 2018 BMW X6 four-door SUV is evolution, baby. It's a tall-riding crossover with a sleek roofline and the wild-child compared to the X5 from which it is based.

Pros
Eye-catching style
Strong engines
Refined interior
Decadent options

Cons
Compromised rear seat
Tight cargo area
Hugely expensive
Not really all that fun

By:

thecarconnection.com

Unrestrained styling, raucous power, and surprising agility define the X6—although its fastback design limits rear-seat room and cargo space. A 300-hp 3.0-liter turbo inline-six with an eight-speed automatic can be ordered with either rear- or all-wheel drive. An audacious 445-hp 4.4-liter turbo V-8 is optional and comes only with all-wheel drive. The standard Driving Dynamics Control system allows for five distinct driving modes, and an available air suspension provides even more fine-tuning.

Pros
Lovely turbo-six thrust,
wonderful automatic transmission,
handsome interior.

Cons
Unlovely styling,
ponderous handling.

By:

caranddriver.com

We'd maximize the sporting aspect with a bit of financial restraint, and opt for the X6 sDrive35i M Sport Design, equipped with Executive Tier and M adaptive suspension. The 3.0-liter turbocharged engine drives just the rear wheels to minimize weight, while the performance tires and adaptive suspension maximize dynamics.

PROS
Engines provide strong acceleration
Comfortable and quiet ride
Quality interior with comfortable front seats

CONS
Limited rear headroom
Hard to see out the back
Sloping roofline cuts down cargo space

By:

edmunds.com

Available with plenty of features and three distinctly different engines, the 2017 Ford Explorer has a lot to offer if you're shopping for a three-row crossover SUV. Its outstanding quietness and quality cabin trimmings elevate this practical do-all crossover to the front of the segment.

A household name among American carbuyers, the Ford Explorer has evolved from its long-ago roots as a body-on-frame SUV into the comprehensively modern three-row crossover it is today. Depending on trim level and options (and how deep your pockets are), it can be downright luxurious. Our preference for the Sport arises from the "drives big" nature of other non-Sport trim levels — though comfortable, the soft suspension and numb steering of non-Sport models make their driving experience oddly ponderous.

Aside from that, though, there is an awful lot to credit to the Explorer. You can configure an Explorer that keeps things relatively basic, or you can go all-in on luxury. Versatility is a strong suit, too. You have your choice of three engines. You can get it with a second-row bench or captain's chairs and option the second and/or third row with power-folding functionality. Lots of cargo space is standard.

Pros
Plenty of high-tech features that are easy to use
Optional turbocharged V6 engine delivers plentiful power
Cabin is quiet and comfortable on the highway
Cargo space is generous behind the third row

Cons
Depending on trim level, feels big and ponderous from behind the wheel
Legroom in the second and third rows is subpar

By:

edmunds.com

The 2017 Ford Explorer adds a sport appearance package and Sync 3, both of which are important to today's SUV buyers.

The 2017 Ford Explorer gets a sport appearance package on lower trims, which is what Explorer buyers are looking for nowadays.

The Ford Explorer's wide offering of powertrains is an asset, we like every step along the way.

The Explorer has a good mix of comfortable seating, versatility, and space for families.

The Explorer scores well on federal tests, but IIHS tests are a different story.

A Sport Appearance Package is here now for buyers who want their 2017 Ford Explorers to look the part.

The 2017 Ford Explorer returns decent economy for a three-row hauler—mostly.

Pros
A nicely executed do-it-all
Excellent ride and handling for an SUV
Fuel-efficient—on paper
Sync 3 is better ...
Sport appearance package is much appreciated

Cons
but Sync 3 still has issues
Real-world mileage question
Platinum prices are in line with luxury vehicles

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2017 Ford Explorer will feature a new XLT Sport Appearance package, as well as interior enhancements. A hands-free liftgate will be standard on Sport models, while Sync 3 will be offered on the XLT and come standard on the Limited, Sport, and Platinum models.

The 2017 Ford Explorer SUV offers three-row seating, can hold up to seven passengers, and is offered in front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive configurations.

The 2017 Ford Explorer comes standard with LED low-beam headlights on every trim.

The Ford Explorer was refreshed for 2016, sporting a new look and upgrades to the engine and feature content. The 2017 Explorer doesn’t change much, but adds a new sport package to the XLT trim, as well as additional safety features.

Pros
New XLT Sport Appearance package
Well-appointed Platinum trim

Cons
Cramped third-row seating
Slow acceleration on lower trim models

By:

motortrend.com

With the exception of a new Sport Appearance package for the XLT trim, the 2017 Ford Explorer SUV carries over unchanged.

When it comes to horsepower, Ford’s 7-passenger Explorer SUV for 2017 delivers at every level. From the standard 290-horsepower V6 to the fuel-efficient 280-horsepower turbo 4-cylinder available in the base,...

XLT and Limited trims, Ford places choice front and center. Need more “oomph”? Try out the Sport and Platinum trim’s 365-horsepower twin-turbocharged V6. Capable for sure, the Explorer delivers excellent passing and pulling power and its heavily weighted steering and taut suspension give this big SUV impressive cornering ability, although its high beltline and massive front bumper make maneuvers in tight quarters a bit harrowing. Ford has done an excellent job keeping road, engine and wind noise out of the cabin, and all but the rearmost occupants felt the seating was both comfortable and supportive. The Explorer’s adaptive cruise control works well, but we wish it offered fully autonomous braking like the Honda Pilot, not just collision warning.

Pros
If you’re looking for a family SUV with advanced electronics and safety features, plus a wide range of engines and option choices, Ford’s midsize SUV for 2017 is hard to beat. The Explorer’s advanced all-wheel-drive (AWD) system makes it more off-road capable than a Honda Pilot or Mazda CX-9.

Cons
If you’re looking for something that’s easy to maneuver and park, and you don’t need a 3rd-row seat, a smaller SUV like the Ford Edge, Nissan Murano or Jeep Grand Cherokee makes a better choice. The Jeep also bests the Explorer both off-road and in towing (7,800 pounds vs. 5,000).

By:

kbb.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Regular Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

18.00mpg

16.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

24.00mpg

22.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.00L

3.50L

Torque:

300ft-lbs

at 1 200rpm

350ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

Horsepower:

300hp

at 5 800rpm

365hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

42.00Feet

40.00Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control:

yes

Door Pockets:

yes

Cupholders:

yes

Overhead console:

yes

Seatback Storage:

yes

Power Steering:

yes

Parking sensors:

yes

Steering Wheel Tilt:

yes

Telescopic steering wheel:

yes

Rear View Camera:

yes

Front view Camera:

yes

Side view Camera:

On steering wheel:

Transmission, cruise and audio controls on steering wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

193.80in

198.30in

Width:

78.30in

78.90in

Height:

67.00in

71.00in

Ground Clearance:

8.30in

7.80in

Front Track:

64.60in

Rear Track:

67.20in

Wheel Base:

115.50in

112.80in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.30

41.40

Rear Head Room:

37.40

40.60

Front Leg Room:

40.30in

42.90in

Rear leg room:

35.60in

39.50in

Front Hip Room:

61.10in

57.30in

Front Shoulder Room:

60.50in

61.50in

Rear Hip Room:

59.60in

56.80in

Rear Shoulder room:

57.90in

61.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

59.70cu.ft

81.70cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

7716lbs

5000lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

26.60cu.ft

21.00cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

15.60degrees

Angle of Departure:

20.90degrees

Curb Weight:

4705.00lbs

4901.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display:

yes

Clock:

yes

Trip computer:

yes

Techometer:

yes

Compass:

yes

Power Features

Power windows:

yes

Remote Keyless doors:

yes

More Power Features:

Reverse tilt passenger mirror provides curb view when vehicle in reverse

4 one-touch power windows

Heated mirrors

Remote Keyless Power Door Locks

2 one-touch power windows

Heated mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Multi-level heating passenger seat

10-way power driver seat

Multi-level heating driver seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Leather

10 -way power passenger seat

Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Height adjustable passenger seat

Bucket front seats

8 -way power driver seat

Bucket front seats

Height adjustable passenger seat

Multi-level heating driver seat

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

8 -way power passenger seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Leather

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Rear Seats Features:

Split-folding rear seatback

Rear ventilation ducts

Folding center armrest

Rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Power folding split-bench third row seats

Split-folding rear seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension:

rear stabilizer bar

Rear stabilizer bar

Suspension Info:

Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Turn signal in mirrors

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Leather steering wheel

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Leather steering wheel

Turn signal in mirrors

Heated steering wheel

Front and rear air conditioning

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

yes

More Entertainment:

9 total speakers

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

USB connection

2 subwoofer(s)

205 watts stereo output

Speed sensitive volume control

USB connection

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

Memory card slot

Surround audio surround audio (discrete)

Sony premium brand speakers

390 watts stero output

1 subwoofer(s)

12 total speakers

6 Months of provided satellite radio service

Sony premium brand stero system

Exterior Features

Sunroof:

yes

Rear defogger:

yes

Safety Features

ABS:

yes

Front head airbags:

yes

Rear head airbags:

yes

Dual front side-mounted airbags:

yes

Emergency braking assist:

yes

Traction control:

yes

Child seat anchors:

yes

Front brakes:

Front ventilated disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

rear ventilated disc brakes

Rear door child safety locks:

yes

Daytime running lights:

yes

Engine immobilizer:

yes

Front fog lights:

yes

Dusk sensing headlamps:

yes

Auto delay off headlamps:

yes

Front headrests:

yes

Rear headrests:

yes

Tire pressure monitoring:

yes

More Safety Features:

2 Front Headrests

Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*

Emergency Service*

Adaptive headlights

Post-collision safety system

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp

Rear center 3-point belt

Rear height adjustable headrests

Emergency braking preparation

Self-leveling headlights

Brake drying

Airbag Deployment Notification*

Roadside Assistance

3 Rear Headrests

4-Wheel ABS

Cornering Lights

Turn Signal Mirrors

Post-collision safety system

Airbag Deployment Notification*

BLIS Plus Inflatable Rear Seatbelt Package

Adaptive Cruise Control and Collision Warning w/Brake Support

Rear height adjustable headrests

Rear center 3-point belt

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Remote anti-theft alarm system

Dual front with head protection chambers side-mounted airbags

Options

Packages:

Cognac/Black Bi-Color Interior Design Package

Driver Assistance Plus

Ivory White/Black Bi-Color Interior Design Package

Lighting Package

Executive Package

Dynamic Handling Package

M Sport Package

Driver Assistance Package

Luxury Seating Package

Parking Assistance Package

Premium Package

Equipment Group 401A

Equipment Group 400A

Exterior Options:

Space-Saver Spare

21" M Double-Spoke Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires

20" V-Spoke Light Alloy Wheels w/Performance Run-Flat Tires

21" M Double-Spoke Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires

20" M Double Spoke Light Alloy Wheels w/Performance Run-Flat Tires

20" Star Spoke High Gloss Light Alloy Wheels w/Performance Run-Flat Tires

Aluminum Running Boards

Roof Rack Crossbars

Running Boards

P265/45ZR20 Summer Only Tires

Splash Guards

Dual Panel Moonroof

License Plate Bracket

Rear Bumper Protector

Wheel Lock Kit

Interior Options:

Bang & Olufsen Sound System

Multi-Contour Seats

Rear Manual Side Window Shades

Rear-Seat Entertainment Professional

Leather Dashboard

Ceramic Controls

Merino Leather Dashboard

Apple CarPlay Compatibility

Wireless Charging

Head-Up Display

Harman Kardon Surround Sound System

Heated Steering Wheel

2nd Row Bucket Seats w/Power-Assist Fold

Cargo Shade

Smokers Kit w/Element

Deep Tray-Style All-Weather Floor Mats

Rear Cargo Well Protector

DVD Headrests

2nd Row Console

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Amaro Brown Extended Merino, premium leather

#806047

Black Dakota, leather

#101010

Canberra Beige/Black Dakota, leather

#D5D0C6

Cognac Dakota, leather

#977560

Cognac/Black Bi-Color Nappa, leather

#1D1D1D

Coral Red/Black Dakota, leather

#73231C

Criollo Brown Extended Merino, premium leather

#5A403D

Ivory White and Black Dakota, leather

#C3C2BF

Ivory White/Black Bi-Color Nappa, premium leather

#1D1D1D

Nutmeg Extended Merino, premium leather

#8E877E

Smoke White Extended Merino, premium leather

#E3DED4

Taupe Extended Merino, premium leather

#8D847D

Terra Dakota, leather

#604F49

Color:

Medium Light Camel, cloth

#9A9789

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Fuel

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Convenience

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Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

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Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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