Comparison - Ford Explorer Sport 2017 - vs - BMW X6 M 2017

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Make:

Model:

Average Price:

45,355

Updated:

30 Nov 2016

112,499

Updated:

29 Nov 2016

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2017

Total Seating:

Transmission:

6-speed Shiftable Automatic

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

18.60gals

22.40gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Blue Jeans Metallic

#486478

Ingot Silver Metallic

#C4C4C8

Oxford White

#E4E4E4

Ruby Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#8E1C26

Shadow Black

#242424

Color:

Alpine White

#FFFFFF

Azurite Black Metallic

#000D31

Black Sapphire Metallic

#000000

Carbon Black Metallic

#171C24

Mineral White Metallic

#EAEAEA

Melbourne Red Metallic

#920F0D

Long Beach Blue Metallic

#3F93B5

Donington Grey Metallic

#9E9D99

Silverstone Metallic

#A7B1BA

Expert Reviews

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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

The 2017 BMW X6 M is about two things: style and performance. It has an abundance of both, but don't expect to get practicality, too.
The 2017 BMW X6 M returns with an updated iDrive system that includes touchscreen functionality. The Executive option package also now includes a Wi-Fi hot spot and wireless charging for compatible cellphones.

Pros
Stellar acceleration from turbocharged V8
Exceptional handling and stability for a heavy SUV
Strong braking performance
Wonderfully contoured seats hold you in place during hard cornering.

Cons
Firm ride even with suspension in its softest setting
Small cargo area
Poor rearward visibility
Limited rear headroom
Sloping rear roofline makes for challenging entry and exit.

By:

edmunds.com

Who could have imagined marrying the tall ride height and all-wheel-drive ability of an SUV with the fastback styling of a sleek coupe would produce a desirable vehicle, but that’s exactly what BMW has done with the 2017 X6 SUV. Once an army of one, the X6 has been cloned by such notables as the Mercedes-Benz GLE Coupe. Frankly we’re somewhat puzzled by the X6’s appeal. It isn’t a very off-road-capable vehicle and comes up short in areas designated for cargo and passengers. The 2017 BMW X6’s size precludes it from being as sporty as an Infiniti QX30 or Lexus NF, and yet despite these many drawbacks, the X6 is remarkably fun to drive and seems to have gained a loyal following.

Pros
If you’re looking for a luxury SUV with unique looks, good handling and a lengthy options list, the 2017 BMW X6 SUV might appeal to you. It doesn’t come cheap, but then again what BMW does?

Cons
If you need any part of the “utility” in Sport-Utility Vehicle, the 2017 BMW X6’s tiny cargo area, sharply slanted rear hatch and small rear seat probably won’t impress you. An X5 gives you similar performance as the X6 within a far more usable package.

By:

kbb.com

The biggest demerit to the X6 M comes in its ride quality, which ranges from firm to unacceptably, jarringly firm, depending on how its air suspension is adjusted. On roads that are less than perfect, the head toss gets to be enough that wearing a helmet as protection against the suede headliner seems like a not-terrible idea. And then you’d be ready for the track, which is where the X6 M best acquits itself. Not that we imagine actually spotting any at track days.
With a $103,050 base price, the X6 M’s window sticker is as extravagant as its test sheet. Save the snarky jokes about this being a “German Aztek”—they weren’t all that funny when the first X6 showed up nearly a decade ago. And today, when the automotive world has gone all-in on both horsepower and crossovers, what can we expect but things like the X6 M? This sort of automotive indulgence has never made much sense, but that’s exactly the point.

By:

caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Premium Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

16.00mpg

14.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

22.00mpg

19.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.50L

4.40L

Torque:

350ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

553ft-lbs

at 2 200rpm

Horsepower:

365hp

at 5 500rpm

567hp

at 6 000rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

40.00Feet

42.00Feet

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:

198.30in

193.80in

Width:

78.90in

78.30in

Height:

71.00in

66.50in

Ground Clearance:

7.80in

8.10in

Front Track:

65.90in

Rear Track:

65.80in

Wheel Base:

112.80in

115.50in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

41.40

39.30

Rear Head Room:

40.60

37.40

Front Leg Room:

42.90in

40.30in

Rear leg room:

39.50in

35.60in

Front Hip Room:

57.30in

61.10in

Front Shoulder Room:

61.50in

60.50in

Rear Hip Room:

56.80in

59.60in

Rear Shoulder room:

61.00in

57.90in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

81.70cu.ft

59.70cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

5000lbs

6505lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

21.00cu.ft

26.60cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

15.60degrees

22.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

20.90degrees

21.50degrees

Curb Weight:

4901.00lbs

5185.00lbs

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:

2 one-touch power windows

Heated mirrors

Reverse tilt passenger mirror provides curb view when vehicle in reverse

4 one-touch power windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

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

14 -way power passenger seat

14 -way power driver seat

Multi-level heating passenger seat

Multi-level heating driver seat

Height adjustable driver seat

Leather

Passenger seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support

Height adjustable passenger seat

Bucket front seats

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Rear ventilation ducts with fan control

Power folding split-bench third row seats

Split-folding rear seatback

Folding center armrest

Split-folding rear seatback

Rear ventilation ducts

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:

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Leather steering wheel

Turn signal in mirrors

Heated steering wheel

Front and rear air conditioning

Extended cabin heating/cooling

Leather steering wheel

Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror

Dual illuminating vanity mirrors

Turn signal in mirrors

Sun sensor

Four zone climate control

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

yes

More Entertainment:

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

USB connection

2 subwoofer(s)

12 Months of provided satellite radio service

Auxiliary audio input and USB with external media control

600 watts stereo output

Harman/kardon premium brand speakers

16 total speakers

Adjustable speed sensitive volume control

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:

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

Night Vision w/Pedestrian Detection

Stolen Vehicle Tracking/Assistance*

Emergency Service*

Brake drying

Self-leveling headlights

Emergency braking preparation

Xenon high intensity discharge headlamp

Cornering lights

Remote anti-theft alarm system

High pressure washers headlamps

Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation

Turn signal mirrors

Post-collision safety system

Adaptive headlights

Airbag Deployment Notification*

Parking Assistant

Options

Packages:

Equipment Group 401A

Equipment Group 400A

Driver Assistance Plus

Executive Package

Exterior Options:

Roof Rack Crossbars

Running Boards

P265/45ZR20 Summer Only Tires

Splash Guards

Dual Panel Moonroof

License Plate Bracket

Rear Bumper Protector

Wheel Lock Kit

Satin Aluminum Line Exterior Trim

20" M Double-Spoke Light Alloy Wheels w/Performance Tires (Non-Runflat)

Interior Options:

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

Enhanced USB and Bluetooth Plus Smartphone Integration

Bang & Olufsen Sound System

Rear-Seat Entertainment Professional

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Medium Light Camel, cloth

#9A9789

Color:

Amaro Brown Extended Merino, premium leather

#77573E

Aragon Brown Full Merino, premium leather

#A57860

Black Extended Merino, premium leather

#161616

Black Full Merino, premium leather

#191919

Silverstone Extended Merino, premium leather

#A1A5A7

Nutmeg Extended Merino, premium leather

#958E85

Mugello Red Full Merino, premium leather

#BC6A67

Criollo Brown Extended Merino, premium leather

#735956

Sonoma Beige Full Merino, premium leather

#A8A091

Sonoma Beige Extended Merino, premium leather

#B2AA9B

Smoke White Extended Merino, premium leather

#C3BEB4

Silverstone Full Merino, premium leather

#B3B7B9

Taupe Extended Merino, premium leather

#A09790

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Expert Reviews

Fuel

Engine and Performance

Convenience

Exterior Dimensions

Interior Dimensions

Weights and capacites

Instruments

Power Features

Seats

Suspension

Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

Safety Features

Options

Colors

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