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BMW X5 vs Ford Excursion

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

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2005 Ford Excursion

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Overview

SpecBMW X540 xDriveFord ExcursionXLS
Selected trim40 xDriveXLS
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (required)regular unleaded
Transmission8-speed shiftable automatic4-speed automatic
Engine typemild hybridgas
Model year20272005

Pricing & market

SpecBMW X540 xDriveFord ExcursionXLS
MSRP$72,100$38,035 (best)
Lowest listing price$74,347 (best)—
Median listing price$85,167 (best)—
Highest listing price$90,072 (best)—
For sale now4 (best)0

Fuel economy & range

SpecBMW X540 xDriveFord ExcursionXLS
Combined MPG26 MPG (best)—
City MPG24 MPG (best)—
Highway MPG28 MPG (best)—
Fuel tank21.9 gal44 gal (best)

Performance

SpecBMW X540 xDriveFord ExcursionXLS
Horsepower394 hp (best)255 hp
Torque428 lb-ft (best)350 lb-ft
Engine size3 L5.4 L (best)
CylindersI6V8

Size & capability

SpecBMW X540 xDriveFord ExcursionXLS
Seating5 seats9 seats (best)
Doors45 (best)
Cargo volume67.7 cu ft146.4 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity7,710 lbs (best)7,600 lbs
Payload1,349 lbs1,920 lbs (best)
Curb weight5,216 lbs (best)6,680 lbs
Ground clearance—7.4 in (best)
Wheelbase119.5 in137.1 in (best)
Length197.2 in226.4 in (best)
Width78.7 in79.9 in (best)
Height68.9 in77.4 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecBMW X540 xDriveFord ExcursionXLS
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)2

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 X5Ford Excursion
1

40 xDrive

$72,100 MSRP(Currently comparing)

XLS

$38,035 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2—

XLS

$38,625 MSRP

3—

XLS

$43,565 MSRP

4—

XLS

$41,330 MSRP

5—

XLS

$41,330 MSRP

6—

XLS

$46,570 MSRP

7—

XLT

$39,035 MSRP

8—

XLT

$39,625 MSRP

9—

XLT

$44,565 MSRP

10—

XLT

$42,330 MSRP

11—

XLT

$42,330 MSRP

12—

XLT

$47,265 MSRP

13—

Eddie Bauer

$42,155 MSRP

14—

Eddie Bauer

$42,750 MSRP

15—

Eddie Bauer

$47,690 MSRP

16—

Eddie Bauer

$45,295 MSRP

17—

Eddie Bauer

$50,230 MSRP

18—

Limited

$43,500 MSRP

19—

Limited

$44,095 MSRP

20—

Limited

$49,030 MSRP

21—

Limited

$46,640 MSRP

22—

Limited

$51,570 MSRP

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BMW X5 vs Ford Excursion FAQ

Which is better: 2027 BMW X5 or 2005 Ford Excursion?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 BMW X5 vs 2005 Ford Excursion on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 BMW X5 or 2005 Ford Excursion?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2005 Ford Excursion starts lower at $38,035. Live BMW X5 listings start at $74,347.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 BMW X5 or 2005 Ford Excursion?
The 2005 Ford Excursion leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (38,035).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 BMW X5 or 2005 Ford Excursion?
The 2027 BMW X5 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 BMW X5 or 2005 Ford Excursion?
The 2027 BMW X5 leads on horsepower in this comparison (394).
Which has better seats: 2027 BMW X5 or 2005 Ford Excursion?
The 2005 Ford Excursion leads on seats in this comparison (9).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 BMW X5 or 2005 Ford Excursion?
The 2005 Ford Excursion leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (11,000).