Comparison - Ford Explorer ST 2021 - vs - BMW X7 xDrive40i 2020

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Make:

Ford

BMW

Model:

Explorer

Average Price:

52,605

Updated:

25 Jan 2020

73,900

Updated:

07 May 2019

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:

18.60gals

21.90gals

Exterior Colors:

Color:

Carbonized Gray Metallic

#4F453E

Star white Metallic Tri-coat

#FDFFFB

Atlas Blue Metallic

#0741D6

Rich Copper Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#4A1414

Rapid Red Metallic Tinted Clearcoat

#E60E28

Agate Black Metallic

#303030

Iconic Silver Metallic

#C7CAD0

Color:

ALPINE WHITE

#F8F8EF

ARCTIC GREY METALLIC

#3F4249

VERMONT BRONZE METALLIC

#675141

MINERAL WHITE METALLIC

#E7E7E7

BLACK SAPPHIRE METALLIC

#252627

Dark Graphite Metallic

#404143

Carbon Black Metallic

#171C24

Jet Black

#000000

Phytonic Blue Metallic

#315D84

Ametrin Metallic

#462836

Tanzanite Blue II Metallic

#18385A

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews:

Ford has made a few tweaks to its mid-size crossover for 2021, such as making heated seats standard on the XLT, offering a heated steering wheel as an optional feature on that model, and including an eight-way power-adjustable front passenger's seat on the Limited, ST, and Platinum models. A Sport Appearance package is now available on the XLT trim, and it includes 20-inch aluminum wheels that are coated in Carbonized Gray paint.

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 is recognizable, but new. It should be on every family SUV shopper’s list.

Pros
Wide range of powertrains
Good looks
Great active safety tech
Available hybrid
Quiet interio

Cons
Hybrid isn’t refined
Not a great value
Cramped third row
Clunky second row

By:

thecarconnection.com

New Sport Appearance package available on XLT trim.Minor changes to standard and optional feature availability.

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

The 2020 BMW X7 is the upper-crust seven-seat SUV that finally answers the question: What if I want to spend more for a BMW?

Pros
Beautiful interior
Great standard tech
Comfortable seats everywhere
Opulent top trims
No bad engine choices

Cons
Very expensive
Digital dash isn’t our favorite
Look-at-me grille
Many spend-up options

By:

thecarconnection.com

The 2020 BMW X7's #5 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Large SUVs category. Currently the BMW X7 has a score of 7.8 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 11 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
High-end cabin materials
Many standard tech and safety features
Muscular engine options
Comfortable ride

Cons
Steering feels too light

By:

usnews.com

The most significant update to the 2020 X7 lineup is the new M50i model, which brings a more powerful version of BMW's twin-turbo 4.4-liter V-8 and other unique content. Otherwise the model-year changes are pretty minor. The top two trims feature more standard features such as soft-close doors, gesture controls, remote engine start, and more. In addition to some revised option packages, the X7 can now be equipped with five-zone climate control. With the introduction of the M50i, the regular 50i no longer offers the M Sport package.

Pros
Smooth and robust powertrains,
marvelously quiet cabin,
seats are serenely comfy.

Cons
Leans too much in corners,
some rivals are roomier inside,
painfully slow power rear seats.

By:

caranddriver.com

Fuel

Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Premium Unleaded

Fuel Economy City USA:

18.00mpg

20.00mpg

Fuel Economy HWY:

24.00mpg

25.00mpg

Engine type:

Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves:

Cylinders:

Inline

Engine Size/Displacement:

3.00L

Torque:

415ft-lbs

at 3 500rpm

330ft-lbs

at 1 500rpm

Horsepower:

400hp

at 5 500rpm

335hp

at 5 500rpm

Cam Type:

Double overhead cam (DOHC)

Turning Circle:

42.80Feet

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:

199.30in

203.30in

Width:

78.90in

78.70in

Height:

70.20in

71.10in

Ground Clearance:

8.30in

8.70in

Front Track:

66.90in

Rear Track:

66.90in

Wheel Base:

119.10in

122.20in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.70

41.90

Rear Head Room:

40.50

39.90

Front Leg Room:

43.00in

39.80in

Rear leg room:

39.00in

37.60in

Front Hip Room:

59.20in

Front Shoulder Room:

61.80in

60.00in

Rear Hip Room:

59.10in

Rear Shoulder room:

61.90in

58.10in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity:

87.80cu.ft

90.40cu.ft

Maximum Towing Capacity un-break:

5600lbs

7500lbs

Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place:

18.20cu.ft

Angle of Approach:

21.00degrees

23.10degrees

Angle of Departure:

21.00degrees

20.50degrees

Curb Weight:

4701.00lbs

5370.00lbs

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:

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

2 One-Touch Power Windows

4 One-Touch Power Windows

Reverse Tilt Passenger Mirror Provides Curb View When Vehicle In Reverse

Hands-Free Entry

Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible:

yes

Front Seats Features:

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Sport Front Seats

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

Ventilated Driver Seat

Ventilated Passenger Seat

Leather

6 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

8 -Way Power Driver Seat

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

12 -Way Power Passenger Seat

Height Adjustable Passenger Seat

Sport Front Seats

Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat

12 -Way Power Driver Seat

Leatherette

Height Adjustable Driver Seat

Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat

Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Passenger Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support

Rear Seats Features:

Folding center armrest

Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Folding Rear Seatback

Multi-Level Heating

Folding center armrest

Rear Ventilation Ducts With Fan Control

Reclining Rear Seats

Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Power Folding Split-Bench Third Row Seats

Suspension

Front Suspension:

Front Stabilizer Bar

Rear Suspension:

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

Electrochromatic Inside Rearview Mirror

Three Zone Climate Control

Four Zone Climate Control

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:

Bang & Olufsen Premium Brand Speakers

Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

USB With External Media Control

3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

USB Connection

1 Subwoofer(S)

12 Total Speakers

Surround Audio Surround Audio (Discrete)

12 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service

10 Total Speakers

Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control

205 Watts Stereo Output

USB Connection

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 Front Disc

ventilated disc brakes

Stability control:

yes

Rear brakes:

Rear Ventilated Disc 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:

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Dual Front With Head Protection Chambers Side-Mounted Airbags

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Turn Signal Mirrors

Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Rear Height Adjustable Headrests

Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System

Pre-Collision Safety System

Brake Drying

Self-Leveling Headlights

Rear Center 3-Point Belt

Post-Collision Safety System

LED Headlamp

Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System

Options

Packages:

Smoker's Package

ST High-Performance Pack

Equipment Group 401A

Premium Technology Package

ST Street Pack

Premium Package

Luxury Seating Package

M Sport Package

Dynamic Handling Package

Cold Weather Package

Off-Road Package

Driving Assistance Professional Package

Executive Package

Parking Assistance Package

Exterior Options:

Wheel Lock Kit

Roof Rails

License Plate Bracket

Dual Panel Moonroof

Splash Guards

Roof-Rail Crossbars

21" Double-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey Wheels W/All-Season Run-Flat Tires

22" V-Spoke Bi-Color Black Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires

22" Multi-Spoke Bi-Color Ferric Grey Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires

21" Y-Spoke Black Wheels W/All-Season Run-Flat Tires

Trailer Hitch - 7500 Lbs. Towing Limit

Aluminum Running Boards

21" Y-Spoke Bi-Color Ferric Grey Wheels W/All-Season Non Run-Flat Tires

22" V-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires

Extended Shadowline Trim

Space-Saver Spare

22" Y-Spoke Bi-Color Orbit Grey Wheels W/Performance Run-Flat Tires

Interior Options:

2nd Row Bench

Dual-Headrest DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System

Cargo Area Management System

All-Weather Floor Mats W/Carpet Mats

Cargo Mat

Ambient Air Package

Head-Up Display

5-Zone Automatic Climate Control

Anthracite Alcantara Headliner

Multi-Contour Seats

Glass Controls

Leather Dashboard

Heated Front Seat Armrests And Steering Wheel

Bowers & Wilkins Diamond Surround Sound System

Harman Kardon Surround Sound System

Alcantara Headliner In Upholstery Color

Rear-Seat Entertainment Professional

Second Row Captain's Chairs

Front Ventilated Seats

Colors

Interior Colors:

Color:

Ebony, leather

#000000

Color:

Black Extended Merino, premium leather

#000000

Tartufo Extended Merino, premium leather

#9D7866

Cognac Vernasca, leather

#9C745B

Coffee Vernasca, leather

#675C56

Black Vernasca, leather

#000000

Coffee Extended Merino, premium leather

#675C56

Ivory White Extended Merino, premium leather

#F1F2ED

Ivory White/Night Blue Full Merino, premium leather

#F1F2ED

Black Full Merino, premium leather

#000000

Ivory White Full Merino, premium leather

#F1F2ED

Coffee Full Merino, premium leather

#675C56

Black SensaTec, leatherette

#000000

Black Vernasca w/Brown Contrast Stitching, leather

#000000

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Interior Dimensions

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Instruments

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Comfort

Entertainment

Exterior Features

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Options

Colors

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