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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: $63,370 BMW 5-Series 530i | |||||
| Difference: $6,205 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Model | 3-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | M3 | 530i | 540i | M550i | M5 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $55,900 | $54,200 | $59,450 | $76,800 | $103,500 |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Convenience Package | 2,900 | ||||
| Premium Package | 2,500 | ||||
| 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 | 700 | 700 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |||
| App support | 250 | ||||
| Sunroof | 1,050 | 0 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | ||||
| M Sport Design | 4,900 | ||||
| Premium Tier | 2,300 | ||||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 530 | 530 | 525 | |
| Convenience Package | 2,640 | ||||
| Premium Package | 2,275 | ||||
| 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 | 645 | 645 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |||
| App support | 230 | ||||
| Sunroof | 955 | 0 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 505 | 505 | ||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | ||||
| M Sport Design | 4,510 | ||||
| Premium Tier | 2,115 | ||||
| Options (change) | 11,500 | 8,175 | 4,125 | 1,075 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 10,470 | 7,525 | 3,795 | 980 | 0 |
| Destination | 875 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 1,300 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,000 |
| Total Price | $69,575 | $63,370 | $64,570 | $78,870 | $105,495 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price: BMW 5-Series 530i | |||||
| Lowest Adjusted Invoice: BMW 5-Series M550i | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,390 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $62,471 | |||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Model | 3-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | M3 | 530i | 540i | M550i | M5 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 414hp V8 | 248hp I4 | 335hp I6 H | 523hp V8 | 600hp V8 |
| Transmission | M6 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | 4WD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 8 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 245/40-19 | 245/45-18 | 245/40-19 | 275/40-19 |
| Total Price | $69,575 | $63,370 | $64,570 | $78,870 | $105,495 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,185 | -2,885 | -6,835 | -8,485 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $69,575 | $60,185 | $61,685 | $72,035 | $97,010 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $1,500 | $11,850 | $36,825 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 | 2021 |
| Model | 3-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | M3 | 530i | 540i | M550i | M5 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| AWD | $1700 | ||||
| 4WD | $1700 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||||
| Ski sack | $50 | ||||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | $500 | |||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | |||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport rocker panels (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Gesture control system | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | ||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | ||||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | ||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | |||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options | $0 | ||||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,765 | $5,950 | $5,650 | $9,600 | $11,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,185 | $2,885 | $6,835 | $8,485 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -428 | -214 | -171 | -160 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2011 | 2021 |
| Model | 3-Series | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 108.7 in | 117.1 in |
| Length | 178.2 in | 195.8 in |
| Width | 71.5 in | 73.5 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 58.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,341 lb. | 3,766 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 | 14.0 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 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 |
| 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 |
| 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% |
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| M Sport Design | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 245/40VR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Upholstered instrument panel | 300 | No |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1400 | 54% |
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% |
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 42% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series M550i
| 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% |
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