Comparison - BMW X5 Protection VR6 2020 - vs - Ford Expedition Platinum 2020

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Make: 
Model: 
Average Price: 
$
Updated: 
31 Aug 2019
$
76,025
Updated: 
03 Oct 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Four Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2020
Total Seating: 
5
8
Transmission: 
10-speed Shiftable Automatic
Bluetooth: 
no
yes
Heated seats: 
no
yes
Navigation: 
no
yes
Doors: 
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
25.00gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Blue metallic
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Burgundy Velvet Metallic Tinted Tri-Coat
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Magnetic Metallic
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Oxford White
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Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Tri-Coat
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Agate Black Metallic
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Desert Gold Metallic
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Star White Metallic Tri-coat
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Iconic Silver Metallic
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Expert Reviews

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Ballistic-resistant SUV offers protection against 'violent attacks, kidnapping or organised crime.
BMW has revealed the new X5 Protection VR6, an armoured version of its popular luxury SUV.
According to the Bavarian marque, the X5 Protection VR6 "offers private individuals and persons at risk customised protection against violent attacks, kidnapping or organised crime".Power in the X5 Protection VR6 comes from a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 petrol engine borrowed from the xDrive50i variant. Maximum power is rated at 390kW between 5500 and 6000rpm, while a peak torque figure of 750Nm is on tap between 1800rpm and 4600rpm.

By: 
caradvice.com.au

The X5 Protection VR6, named in reference to its certified protection rating, is almost indistinguishable from the standard X5, but is clad all over in high-strength steel armour plating, which overlaps at each panel and trim gap to maximise coverage.
Underneath, a thick aluminium splinter shield protects the powertrain and floor from explosive devices such as hand grenades, while the standard X5’s windows have been replaced with 33mm thick, polycarbonate-reinforced glass.
The glazing features what BMW calls ‘post-blast protective technology’, which offers protection against secondary attacks in the wake of an explosion. Only the driver’s window is electric as standard, although an electric passenger window is an option.

By: 
autocar.co.uk

We know what you want out of your luxury crossover. You want comfort. You want performance. You want protection against anti-infantry hand grenades. Well, BMW has the ride for you!
Although it looks like the standard model, the new X5 Protection VR6's armor-plated bodywork protects against attacks by handguns and firearms, including AK-47s. The armored passenger compartment withstands blasts of up to 15 kilograms of TNT from a distance of 13 feet, and its Post Blast Protective Technology protects against secondary attacks; even following a blast, all windows remain firmly in position.The vehicle is fitted with high-strength steel panels in the doors, side frames, roof, and firewall. Overlapping armor plating within the door gaps and bodywork joints prevent penetration by bullets or fragments. Oh, and your suitcases will be safe as well, thanks to aluminum pieces guarding the underbody and luggage compartment.

By: 
caranddriver.com

The 2018 Ford Expedition is finally the full-size family hauler from Ford we've been waiting for.A long-awaited redo for the spacious family hauler finally arrives this year, and the 2018 Ford Expedition gets more than a "mane and tail" makeover. The new SUV will be available in XLT, Limited, and Platinum trims in rear- or four-wheel-drive configurations. A long wheelbase Expedition will be offered and is called Expedition MAX, which is a new name for the States. Pricing hasn't yet been announced.

Pros
Boxy, upright stance
Advanced safety tech
Strong V-6 and 10-speed powertrain
Helpful terrain management system

Cons
We thought we were past the rotary shift knob
Uncertain about fuel economy
Expedition MAX?

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2020 Ford Expedition ranked #1 in Large SUVs. Currently the Ford Expedition has a score of 8.5 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 12 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Muscular turbocharged engine
Class-leading towing capacity and fuel economy
Upscale interior
Ample room for passengers and cargo

Cons
High base price for class
Difficult to maneuver in tight spaces

By: 
usnews.com

The 2020 Ford Expedition comes with rear wheel drive, and four wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 10-speed shiftable automatic.King Ranch model now available in regular and Max body styles.Ford Co-Pilot360, Ford's suite of driver aids, now standard on all models.Black Accent package introduced for XLT models, includes wheels, exterior trim and body all painted in black.

PROS
Cavernous interior with plenty of passenger and cargo space
Quick acceleration from strong V6 engine
Comfortable front seats
Tows more than similarly sized crossover SUVs

CONS
Soft brake pedal feel diminishes driver confidence
Large size and slow steering make it cumbersome to drive
Not as quiet on the highway as other SUVs
Maximum power output dependent on premium unleaded

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
17.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
22.00mpg
Engine type: 
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
24
Cylinders: 
6
V
Engine Size/Displacement: 
3.50L
Torque: 
470ft-lbs
at 3 500rpm
Horsepower: 
375hp
at 5 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
no
yes
Door Pockets: 
no
yes
Cupholders: 
no
yes
Overhead console: 
no
yes
Seatback Storage: 
no
yes
Power Steering: 
no
yes
Parking sensors: 
no
yes
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
no
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
no
yes
Rear View Camera: 
no
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
yes
Side view Camera: 
no
yes
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
More in Convenience: 
Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
Leather And Simulated Alloy Steering Wheel
Keyless Ignition
Heated Steering Wheel
Driver Assisted Parking Assist
Adjustable Pedals

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
210.00in
Width: 
79.90in
Height: 
76.40in
Ground Clearance: 
9.80in
Front Track: 
67.60in
Rear Track: 
67.20in
Wheel Base: 
122.50in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
42.00
Rear Head Room: 
40.00
Front Leg Room: 
43.90in
Rear leg room: 
41.50in
Front Hip Room: 
62.20in
Front Shoulder Room: 
64.90in
Rear Hip Room: 
62.60in
Rear Shoulder room: 
64.80in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
104.60cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
9200lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
19.30cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
23.30degrees
Angle of Departure: 
21.90degrees
Curb Weight: 
5623.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
no
yes
Clock: 
no
yes
Trip computer: 
no
yes
Techometer: 
no
yes
Compass: 
no
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
no
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
no
yes
More Power Features: 
Heated mirrors
Hands-Free Entry
4 One-Touch Power Windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
no
yes
Front Seats Features: 
8 -way power driver seat
8 -way power passenger seat
Bucket front seats
Height adjustable driver seat
Height adjustable passenger seat
Multi-level heating driver seat
Multi-level heating passenger seat
Premium leather
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support
Ventilated Driver Seat
Ventilated Passenger Seat
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Multi-level heating
Power folding split-bench third row seats
Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control
Reclining rear seats
Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front stabilizer bar
Rear Suspension: 
Rear stabilizer bar
Suspension Info: 
Four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
no
yes
Climate Control: 
no
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
Turn signal in mirrors
Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
Three Zone Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
no
yes
Satellite radio: 
no
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
12 total speakers
1 subwoofer(s)
6 Months of provided satellite radio service
USB connection
USB With External Media Control
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio
Speed sensitive volume control
Bang & Olufsen Premium Brand Speakers

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
yes
Rear defogger: 
no
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Intermittent rear wiper
power glass sunroof
Privacy glass
Variable intermittent rain sensing wipers
Roof rack
Alloy Wheels: 
no
yes
Wheel size: 
22 In.
Wheels more: 
Fullsize non-matching spare tire
All season tires
Underbody mounted spare tire
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
285.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
Diameter: 
R22

Safety Features

ABS: 
no
yes
Front head airbags: 
no
yes
Rear head airbags: 
no
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
no
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
no
yes
Traction control: 
no
yes
Child seat anchors: 
no
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Stability control: 
no
yes
Rear brakes: 
Ventilated Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
no
yes
Daytime running lights: 
no
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
no
yes
Front fog lights: 
no
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
no
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
no
yes
Front headrests: 
no
yes
Rear headrests: 
no
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
no
yes
More Safety Features: 
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Remote anti-theft alarm system
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear center 3-point belt
Turn signal mirrors
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Led Headlamp
Pre-Collision Safety System
Post-Collision Safety System

Options

Packages: 
Equipment Group 400A
Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package
Cargo Package
Exterior Options: 
Front License Plate Bracket
Interior Options: 
Front & Second Rows Floor Liners
Reversible Cargo Mat
Second Row Leather Trimmed Bucket Seats
Dual-Headrest Rear Seat Entertainment System

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Mesa/Ebony, premium leather
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