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BMW 3-Series vs. BMW 5-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)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.
Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.
BMW 3-Series vs. BMW 5-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $58,020 BMW 5-Series 530i | |||
| Difference: $11,555 | |||
Lowest Total Invoice: $54,640 BMW 5-Series 530i | |||
| Difference: $9,635 | |||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | M3 | 530i | 540i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $55,900 | $51,200 | $56,450 |
| Base Invoice | $51,630 | $48,295 | $53,180 |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 575 |
| Convenience Package | 2,900 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,500 | 2,300 | 1,950 |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | 1,100 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 250 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 |
| App support | 250 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| Sunroof | 1,050 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 700 | 700 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 530 | 530 |
| Convenience Package | 2,640 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,275 | 2,115 | 1,795 |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | ||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | ||
| Leather door panel trim | 1,000 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | 230 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | 920 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 |
| App support | 230 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||
| Sunroof | 955 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 645 | 645 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 685 | |
| Options (change) | 11,500 | 5,825 | 4,475 |
| Options (change) | 10,470 | 5,350 | 4,110 |
| Destination | 875 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $69,575 | $58,020 | $61,920 |
| Total Invoice | $64,275 | $54,640 | $58,285 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 5-Series 530i | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,265 | |||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,187 | |||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | M3 | 530i | 540i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 414hp V8 | 248hp I4 | 335hp I6 |
| Transmission | M6 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 |
| Total Price | $69,575 | $58,020 | $61,920 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,710 | -2,660 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $69,575 | $55,310 | $59,260 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,950 |
| Total Invoice | $64,275 | $54,640 | $58,285 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -2,552 | -2,504 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $64,275 | $52,088 | $55,781 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $3,693 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | M3 | 530i | 540i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | |||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||
| Ski sack | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | |||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | ||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | ||
| Infotainment | |||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | |
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | |
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,815 | $5,525 | $5,475 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $2,710 | $2,660 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -2,552 | -2,504 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 117.1 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 194.6 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 73.5 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 58.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,341 lb. | 3,747 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.5 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.4 in | 58.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 34.6 in | 36.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.0 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series M3
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Alarm | 100 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Voice control for external devices | 0 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1340 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 7% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 450 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1950 | 92% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 8% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530i
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 26% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540i
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 37% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 825 | 54% |
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