BMW X5 vs Ford Explorer Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	--	Good passenger space Large boot  Improved handling  Read More
Things we don't like	--	Expensive Cramped third row Subpar interior material quality    Read More

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	6	6
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection
Compression Ratio	11.0:1	10.8:1

Transmission

Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gear Box	8-Speed	6-Speed
Drive Type	AWD	--

Performance

Engine Displacement	2998 cc	3498 cc
Power	335 hp	290 hp
Torque	448 Nm	346 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Acceleration	5.3 s	--
Fuel Consumption	9.35	--
Mileage City	8.5	--
Mileage Highway	11.05	--

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	960 L	--
Seating Capacity	5 seats	7 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	83 L	70 L
Length	4935 mm	5047 mm
Width	2004 mm	2291 mm
Height	1753 mm	1778 mm
Wheel Base	2974 mm	2865 mm
Front Tread	1666 mm	1702 mm
Rear Tread	1687 mm	1702 mm
No Of Doors	5	5
Front Headroom	1036 mm	1051 mm
Front Legroom	1011 mm	1090 mm
Rear Legroom	950 mm	1003 mm
Ground Clearance	--	198 mm
Kerb Weight	--	2022 kg
Rear Headroom	--	1031 mm

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	Double Wishbone	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-Link

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	19 Inch	18 Inch
Tyre Size	265/50 R19	245/60 R18
Tyre Type	Runflat	Radial
Wheel Size	R19	R18

Steering

Steering Type	Electric Power	Electric Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes

Security

Smart Access Card Entry	No	--
Central Locking	Yes	--
Power Door Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Anti-Theft Alarm	Yes	No
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	--

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Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	--
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	--
Ebd	Yes	--
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	--
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	--
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Optional Optional
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	Yes

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DOHC DOHC
Engine	3.0L TwinPower Turbo Petrol Engine, Inline 6 Cylinder 24 Valve 3.0L TwinPower Turbo Petrol Engine, Inline 6 Cylinder 24 Valve	3.5L Ti-VCT V6 3.5L Ti-VCT V6

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	No
Heater	Yes	Yes
Rear A/C Vents	Yes	--
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	--
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	--
Heated Seats - Front	Yes	--
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	--
On Board Computer	Yes	--
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	--
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	Yes
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	Yes	--
Cup Holders-Front	Yes	--
Cup Holders-Rear	Yes	--
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	--
Bottle Holder	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Keyless Entry	Yes	--
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	--
Air Quality Control	--	Yes
Remote Trunk Opener	--	Yes
Vanity Mirror	--	Yes

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	--
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	--
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	--
CD Player	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	Yes	No

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	--
Fog Lights Front	Yes	--
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	No
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	Yes
Rain Sensing Wiper	Yes	--
Rear Window Wiper	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Washer	Yes	Yes
Rear Window Defogger	Yes	--
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	Yes
Rear Spoiler	Yes	Yes
Removable Convertible Top	No	No
Roof Carrier	No	No
Moon Roof	Yes	--
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	No
Roof Rail	Yes	Yes
Rear Brake Type	Discs Discs	--
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs Ventilated Discs	Discs Discs
Tinted Glass	--	Yes
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	--	Yes

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	No
Fabric Upholstery	No	Yes
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Outside Temperature Display	Yes	--
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	--
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	--
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Advance Safety Feature	Hill Descent Control, Lane Departure Warning, Active Blind Spot, Rear Cross Traffic Alert Hill Descent Control, Lane Departure Warning, Active Blind Spot, Rear Cross Traffic Alert	Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist
Headlamp Type	LED LED	LED LED

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