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BMW 328d xDrive vs Ford Flex

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

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2018 BMW 328d xDrive

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2019 Ford Flex

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Overview

SpecBMW 328d xDrive328d xDriveFord FlexSE
Selected trim328d xDriveSE
Body styleSedanWagon
Drivetrainall wheel drivefront wheel drive
Fuel typediesel fuelregular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic6-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typedieselgas
Model year20182019

Pricing & market

SpecBMW 328d xDrive328d xDriveFord FlexSE
MSRP$43,750$30,575 (best)
Lowest listing price—$9,113 (best)
Median listing price—$13,978 (best)
Highest listing price—$19,781 (best)
For sale now05 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW 328d xDrive328d xDriveFord FlexSE
Combined MPG34 MPG (best)19 MPG
City MPG30 MPG (best)16 MPG
Highway MPG40 MPG (best)23 MPG
Fuel tank15 gal18.6 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW 328d xDrive328d xDriveFord FlexSE
Horsepower180 hp287 hp (best)
Torque280 lb-ft (best)254 lb-ft
Engine size2 L3.5 L (best)
CylindersI4V6

Size & capability

SpecBMW 328d xDrive328d xDriveFord FlexSE
Seating5 seats7 seats (best)
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume13 cu ft83.2 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity—4,500 lbs (best)
Curb weight3,695 lbs (best)4,439 lbs
Ground clearance5.7 in (best)—
Wheelbase110.6 in117.9 in (best)
Length182.8 in201.8 in (best)
Width71.3 in75.9 in (best)
Height56.5 in68 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW 328d xDrive328d xDriveFord FlexSE
NHTSA overall—Not Rated
Frontal crash (driver)—Not Rated
Frontal crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side crash (driver)—Not Rated
Side crash (passenger)—Not Rated
Side pole—Not Rated
Rollover—4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)4

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimBMW 328d xDriveFord Flex
1

328d xDrive

$43,750 MSRP(Currently comparing)

SE

$30,575 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

328d xDrive

$46,150 MSRP

SEL

$33,290 MSRP

3—

SEL

$35,240 MSRP

4—

Limited

$38,790 MSRP

5—

Limited

$40,740 MSRP

6—

Limited

$43,590 MSRP

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BMW 328d xDrive vs Ford Flex FAQ

Which is better: 2018 BMW 328d xDrive or 2019 Ford Flex?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2018 BMW 328d xDrive vs 2019 Ford Flex on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2018 BMW 328d xDrive or 2019 Ford Flex?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Ford Flex starts lower at $30,575. Live Ford Flex listings start at $9,113.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2018 BMW 328d xDrive or 2019 Ford Flex?
The 2019 Ford Flex leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,575).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2018 BMW 328d xDrive or 2019 Ford Flex?
The 2018 BMW 328d xDrive leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (34).
Which has better horsepower: 2018 BMW 328d xDrive or 2019 Ford Flex?
The 2019 Ford Flex leads on horsepower in this comparison (365).
Which has better seats: 2018 BMW 328d xDrive or 2019 Ford Flex?
The 2019 Ford Flex leads on seats in this comparison (7).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2018 BMW 328d xDrive or 2019 Ford Flex?
The 2019 Ford Flex leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (4,500).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2018 BMW 328d xDrive vs 2019 Ford Flex?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Ford Flex (Not Rated/5 NHTSA overall).