Car Price Comparison
BMW X5 vs. Volkswagen Touareg

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Specifications Comparison
BMW X5 vs. Volkswagen Touareg

Model Year20092009
ModelX5Touareg
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Wheelbase115.5112.4
Length191.1187.2
Width76.175.9
Height69.568.0
Curb Weight53355300
Fuel Capacity23.026.4
R1 Headroom39.338.7
R1 Shoulder Room60.057.7
R1 Legroom40.041.3
R2 Headroom39.038.3
R2 Shoulder Room58.057.4
R2 Legroom36.635.6
Cargo Volume,
Minimum
7.131.0
Cargo Volume,
Behind R2
21.931.0
Cargo Volume,
Maximum
75.271.0
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Price Comparison (MSRP) : BMW X5 vs. Volkswagen Touareg

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
Model Year20092009
ModelX5Touareg
TrimxDrive48iV8 FSI
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Price$56,200$48,900
275/40WR20$950 
Air springs, auto-leveling and height adjustable $2,750
Bluetooth cell phone link $275
CD changer, remote $99
Cold Weather Package$1,250 
Compact spare tire$150 
Keyless access and ignition$1,000 
Lux Limited Package $2,650
Premium Package$2,200 
Rear Climate Package$900 
Satellite radio - one year subscription$595 
Sport Package$3,700 
Technology Package$2,600$3,350
Technology Plus Package $2,000
Unbranded 600W 16 speakers$2,000 
Total options$15,345$11,124
Destination$825$750
Gas Tax / Credit$0$0
Net Price$72,370$60,774
Lowest Net Price Touareg V8 FSI 4dr SUV
Difference$11,596
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Invoice Comparison : BMW X5 vs. Volkswagen Touareg

Dealer cost before holdback, bonuses, advertising fees, and such. Also before adjusting for remaining feature differences.

Models that are not in demand can often be purchased at or a few hundred dollars over these prices.
Model Year20092009
ModelX5Touareg
TrimxDrive48iV8 FSI
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Base Invoice$51,885$44,997
275/40WR20$865 
Air springs, auto-leveling and height adjustable $2,429
Bluetooth cell phone link $243
CD changer, remote $70
Cold Weather Package$1,140 
Compact spare tire$135 
Keyless access and ignition$910 
Lux Limited Package $2,341
Premium Package$2,000 
Rear Climate Package$820 
Satellite radio - one year subscription$540 
Sport Package$3,365 
Technology Package$2,365$2,959
Technology Plus Package $1,766
Unbranded 600W 16 speakers$1,820 
Total options$13,960$9,808
Destination$825$750
Gas Tax / Credit$0$0
Net Invoice$66,670$55,555
Lowest Net Invoice Touareg V8 FSI 4dr SUV
Difference$11,115
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Feature Comparison : BMW X5 vs. Volkswagen Touareg

Adjusts for unshared features -- values in parentheses

These are features on some but not all of the displayed trim lines.

In parentheses are the values assigned to these features by TrueDelta or, optionally, by you.
Model Year20092009
ModelX5Touareg
TrimxDrive48iV8 FSI
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Engine350hp V8350hp V8
TransmissionT6 ($1100)T6 ($1100)
DrivetrainAWD ($1700)AWD w/4L ($2200)
EPA Fuel Economy (City / Highway)14 / 1913 / 18
Tires (rear if not equal)255/50-19275/40-20
Audio (watts, speakers)600, 16640, 10
Accessories  
AC power outlet ($100)Not incl.Standard
Remote window/roof operation ($50)StandardNot incl.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
Tires, run-flat ($150)StandardNot incl.
Cargo Management  
Air-conditioned storage compartment ($50)Not incl.Standard
Cargo area partition net ($40)PackageNot incl.
Cargo area rails / tracks w/tie downs ($50)PackageNot incl.
Liftglass or separately opening upper tailgate ($150)StandardNot incl.
Overhead sunglass holder ($25)Not incl.Standard
Ski sack ($50)PackageNot incl.
Storage compartment under front seat(s) ($50)Not incl.Standard
Climate Control and Infotainment  
CD player ($125)StandardNot incl.
Digital media reader ($50)Not incl.Package
DVD-Audio-compatible player ($25)PackageNot incl.
DVD-compatible player ($0)Not incl.Package
Heated windshield washer nozzles ($15)Not incl.Standard
iPod integration ($150)PackageNot incl.
Media hard drive ($200)Not incl.Package
MP3-compatible player ($50)StandardNot incl.
OnStar ($300)PackageNot incl.
Rear air vents ($100)Not incl.Standard
Rear air vents with manual controls ($150)PackageNot incl.
Rear dual-zone climate control ($125)PackageNot incl.
Satellite radio ($200)Not incl.Standard
Satellite radio - one year subscription ($300)OptionNot incl.
Surround sound ($100)PackageNot incl.
Traffic information system ($200)PackageNot incl.
USB port ($150)Not incl.Package
Voice control for HVAC, audio, and/or navigation systems ($150)PackageNot incl.
Exterior  
Body kit ($350)Not incl.Package
Body kit (gray/black) ($250)StandardNot incl.
Panoramic sunroof ($1200)StandardNot incl.
Rear bumper protector ($40)Not incl.Standard
Sunroof ($900)Not incl.Standard
Wheel-lip moldings ($75)StandardNot incl.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Steering-linked fog lights ($100)StandardNot incl.
Powertrain  
Lockable center differential ($150)Not incl.Standard
Seats and Interior Trim  
Door sill trim plates ($100)Not incl.Standard
Heated second row ($200)PackageNot incl.
Manual fore-aft second row ($75)StandardNot incl.
Manual recline second row ($75)StandardNot incl.
Manual thigh support, driver first row ($50)PackageNot incl.
Manual thigh support, passenger first row ($50)PackageNot incl.
Memory system, passenger first row ($150)Not incl.Standard
Power headrest, driver first row ($50)StandardNot incl.
Power headrest, passenger first row ($50)StandardNot incl.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
Active stabilizer bars ($500)PackageNot incl.
Air springs, auto-leveling and height adjustable ($1250)Not incl.Option
Sport suspension (upgrade) ($0)PackageNot incl.
Total Feature Adjustments The total value of the features listed for a trim, after subtracting the lowest total.-$460-$0
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TrueDelta Value Comparison : BMW X5 vs. Volkswagen Touareg

These are the sticker and invoice prices after adjusting for feature differences, to provide an "apples to apples" comparison.
Model Year20092009
ModelX5Touareg
TrimxDrive48iV8 FSI
Body4dr SUV4dr SUV
Net Price (from Price table)$72,370$60,774
Adjustment (from Feature table)-$460-$0
Feature-adjusted Net Price$71,910$60,774
Net Invoice (from Invoice table)$66,670$55,555
Invoice AdjustmentThe price adjustment multiplied by the ratio between the invoice and sticker prices.-$424-$0
Feature-adjusted Net Invoice$66,246$55,555
Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice Touareg V8 FSI 4dr SUV
TrueDelta Price Difference$11,136
TrueDelta Invoice Difference$10,691
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Notes

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

The "TrueDelta Value Comparison" figures optionally include rebates available to the general public in the Chicago area (e.g. they include bonuses from finance subsidiaries but not those for current owners or the military) and adjustments for most differences in feature content. However, they do not include advertising fees, factory-to-dealer incentives, or differences in engines, tires, seat configurations, and audio systems. Exceptions: They do include values for third-row seats and media players.

Usually the base prices, options, and packages you see here match those on the window stickers. However, in some cases these have been restructured to simplify the database and calculations. These modifictions have no impact on the "total" and "net" figures.

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