Comparison - Ford Explorer Timberline 2021 - vs - BMW X4 M40i 2020

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Make:

Ford

BMW

Model:

Explorer

Average Price:

45,765

Updated:

21 May 2021

61,000

Updated:

23 Jan 2020

Car Type:

SUV

Drive Type:

All Wheel Drive

Year:

2021

2020

Total Seating:

Transmission:

10-speed Shiftable Automatic

8-speed Shiftable Automatic

Bluetooth:

yes

Heated seats:

yes

Doors:

Fuel Tank Capacity:

17.90gals

17.20gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Star White Metallic Tri-Coat

#FDFFFB

Agate Black Metallic

#303030

Iconic Silver Metallic

#C7CAD0

Forged Green Metallic

#374448

Carbonized Gray Metallic

#4F453E

Color:

FLAMENCO RED METALLIC

#A5413E

SUNSTONE METALLIC

#CAC3B5

PHYTONIC BLUE METALLIC

#13264A

DARK GRAPHITE METALLIC

#3C3C3C

GLACIER SILVER METALLIC

#8E8F93

BLACK SAPPHIRE METALLIC

#252627

CARBON BLACK METALLIC

#2E333F

ALPINE WHITE

#DADADA

Jet Black

#000000

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

For 2021 New Sport Appearance package available on XLT trim.More affordable version of the Explorer ST debuts.Platinum trim is now available for the Hybrid model.New off-road-themed Timberline debuts midway through the model year.

Pros
Strong engines for quick acceleration
Rear-wheel-drive platform improves handling and towing
Roomy cargo area

Cons
Too much wind noise at highway speeds
The price can get frighteningly expensive in a hurry
Lackluster interior material quality

By:

edmunds.com

Ford has made a few tweaks to its mid-size crossover for 2021, Off-road enthusiasts may find the new Timberline trim interesting; it features a lifted suspension, all-terrain tires, and more rugged exterior styling cues.

Pros
Smooth and controlled ride,
cargo friendly interior design,
comfortable front seats.

Cons
Third row space is tight,
plasticky interior bits,
most desirable models are pricey.

By:

caranddriver.com

The 2021 Ford Explorer's #16 ranking is based on its score within the Midsize SUVs category. Currently the Ford Explorer has a score of 7.6 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 28 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Good cargo capacity
Powerful engines
Plenty of features
Composed ride and handling

Cons
Low-rent interior
Second- and third-row seats less comfortable than in rivals
Upgraded infotainment system not much of an upgrade

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usnews.com

The 2020 BMW X4 offers powerful engine performance, lithe handling, and an upscale cabin with user-friendly features, but it trails the competition in terms of interior space. This luxury compact SUV does not have an overall score or ranking because it hasn’t been fully crash tested.

Pros
Enjoyable ride and handling
Potent turbocharged engines
User-friendly infotainment system
Handsome interior

Cons
Snug rear headroom
Below-average cargo capacity

By:

usnews.com

Fresh off its 2019 redesign, the X4 carries over into 2020 with minimal changes. The biggest news is that the twin-turbo six-cylinder of the M40i gets a serious boost in power, from 355 to 382. Base models add BMW's Comfort Access system as standard equipment. This system allows you to access the vehicle without removing the key fob from your pocket.

Pros
Snazzy exterior design,
good fuel economy,
entertaining driving dynamics from both trim levels.

Cons
Stingy cargo capacity relative to that of rival crossovers,
slim selection of standard driver-assistance features,
Android Auto is conspicuously absent.

By:

caranddriver.com

No significant changes for 2020.Part of the second X4 generation introduced for 2019.

Pros
Both available engines are smooth, powerful and fuel-efficient
Easy personalization thanks to abundant standard and optional features
Impressive handling for an SUV

Cons
Sloping roofline compromises rear headroom and cargo space
Android Auto is not available
Pricey when fully optioned

By:

edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Premium Unleaded

Fuel Economy Info:

AUTOMATIC COMBINED (mpg) 23

Fuel Economy City USA:

20.00mpg

21.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

27.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

2.30L

3.00L

Torque:

310ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

365ft-lbs

at 1 520rpm

Horsepower:

300hp

at 5 500rpm

382hp

at 5 800rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

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:

yes

On steering wheel:

Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length:

198.80in

187.50in

Width:

78.90in

76.30in

Height:

69.90in

63.80in

Ground Clearance:

8.00in

Front Track:

63.20in

Rear Track:

65.60in

Wheel Base:

119.10in

112.70in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.70

40.30

Rear Head Room:

40.50

37.50

Front Leg Room:

43.00in

40.70in

Rear leg room:

39.00in

35.50in

Front Hip Room:

59.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

61.80in

57.50in

Rear Hip Room:

59.10in

Rear Shoulder room:

61.90in

56.00in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

87.80cu.ft

50.50cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

5300lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

18.20cu.ft

18.50cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

21.00degrees

Angle of Departure:

22.00degrees

Curb Weight:

4323.00lbs

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

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Power windows with key-off operation; "one-touch" opening and closing of all door windows, anti-trapping feature

Power tailgate

Reverse Tilt Passenger Only Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Heated Mirrors

Hands-Free Entry

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

2 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

4 -Way Power Passenger Seat

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Bucket Front Seats

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Leatherette

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Passenger Seat With Manual Adjustable Lumbar Support

10 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Sport Front Seats

2 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment

Leatherette

10 -Way Power Driver Seat

2 -Way Manual Driver Seat Adjustments

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Driver Seat Thigh Extension

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Manual Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Multi-Level Heating

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Folding Rear Seatback

Folding center armrest

40/20/40 split-folding rear seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts

Reclining Rear Seats

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Stabilizer Bar

Front anti-roll (stabilizer) bars

Rear Suspension:

Stabilizer Bar

rear anti-roll (stabilizer) bars

Suspension Info:

Four-Wheel Independent Suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration:

yes

Climate Control:

yes

More Comfort Features:

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Three Zone Climate Control

Automatic climate control with micro-filter and air recirculation

Turn Signal In Mirrors

Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Entertainment

DVD player:

AM/FM Radio:

yes

Satellite radio:

yes

Video monitor:

More Entertainment:

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

6 Total Speakers

USB Connection

USB With External Media Control

Speed Sensitive Volume Control

Apple CarPlay Compatibility

Enhanced smartphone connectivity with additional microphone, USB connections, and ability for simultaneous device pairing

HD Radio™ with "multicast" FM station reception

SiriusXM® Satellite Radio with 1-year All Access subscription

Anti-theft AM/FM stereo with Radio Data System (RDS)

HiFi Sound System with 12-speakers and 205-watt digital amplifier

Systems, speakers and more.

Live Cockpit Professional features a 12.3" instrument cluster, and 10.25" central information display. The multi-input iDrive 7.0 system is operated by voice, touchscreen, and iDrive touchpad Controller. The modern design of the digital instrument cluster

205 Watts Stereo Output

USB Connection

12 Total Speakers

12 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

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:

Ventilated Disc Brakes

ventilated anti-lock disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Ventilated Disc Brakes

ventilated anti-lock 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:

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Dual Front With Head Protection Chambers Side-Mounted Airbags

Emergency Braking Preparation

Front, Rear And Third Row Head Airbags

Post-Collision Safety System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

4-Wheel ABS

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

BMW's Active Protection System detects imminent accidents, then prepares by automatically pretensioning safety belts, closing windows and activating post-crash braking; includes Fatigue and Focus Alert feature

Head Protection System (HPS), front and rear

Park Distance Control, front and rear

Automatic-locking retractors (ALR) on all passenger-seat safety belts (for installation of child-restraint seats)

Central locking system on driver and front passenger doors (leaves fuel filler door unlocked)

Front safety belts with automatic pretensioners

Impact sensor that activates Battery Safety Terminal disconnect of alternator, fuel pump and starter from battery; automatically unlocks doors; and turns on hazard and interior lights

Adaptive Brakelights

Anti-theft alarm system

BMW Remote Services includes Stolen Vehicle Recovery, Remote Door Unlock and My BMW Remote app

Active Guard with Frontal Collision Warning and Automatic City Collision Mitigation and Braking including Daytime Pedestrian Detection

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Brake Drying

Post-Collision Safety System

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

LED Headlamp

Self-Leveling Headlights

Options

Packages:

Equipment Group 800A

Smoker's Package

Driver Assistance Plus

Driving Assistance Package

Premium Package

Executive Package

Parking Assistance Package

Exterior Options:

Outfitters Cargo - MegaWarrior

Roof-Rail Crossbars

Outfitters Bike - Front Loader

Outfitters Cargo - Skybox

Splash Guards

Dual Panel Moonroof

Wheel Lock Kit

License Plate Bracket

20" M Double-Spoke Bi-Color Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires

20" M Double-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey Wheels W/Performance Non-Run-Flat Tires

Roof Rails In High-Gloss Shadowline

Space-Saver Spare

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

19" M Double-Spoke Bi-Color Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires

Interior Options:

Cargo Mat

Dual-Headrest DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System

Ambient Lighting

Front And Rear Heated Seats

Heated Steering Wheel

Front Ventilated Seats

Heated Front Seats

Harman Kardon Surround Sound System

Wireless Charging

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Deep Cypress, leatherette

#556C75

Color:

Black Vernasca w/Red Contrast sitting and piping, leather

#000000

Tacora Red Vernasca w/Contrast sitting and piping, leather

#9C615B

Black Vernasca w/Blue Contrast sitting and piping, leather

#000000

Cognac Vernasca w/Contrast sitting and piping, leather

#9C745B

Oyster Vernasca w/Contrast sitting and piping, leather

#C4C0B5

Black SensaTec, leatherette

#000000

Canberra Beige/Black SensaTec, leatherette

#D9D3C7

Mocha Vernasca w/Contrast sitting and piping, leather

#5A5653

Canberra Beige/Black Vernasca w/Contrast sitting and piping, leather

#D9D3C7

Black Vernasca w/Contrast sitting and piping, leather

#000000

Ivory White Extended Merino, premium leather

#F1F2ED

Fiona Red/Black Extended Merino, premium leather

#935B4E

Tartufo Extended Merino, premium leather

#9D7866

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Expert Reviews

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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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