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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.
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BMW 3-Series vs. BMW 5-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $53,120 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||
| Difference: $7,650 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $48,955 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||
| Difference: $8,225 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | 530i | 540i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $34,900 | $42,400 | $51,200 | $56,450 |
| Base Invoice | $32,290 | $39,190 | $48,295 | $53,180 |
| Technology Package | 2,550 | 2,550 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,600 | 1,900 | 2,300 | |
| BMW Assist | 650 | 650 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 1,350 | 1,350 | 800 | 800 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,100 | 1,100 | ||
| Parking Package | 1,550 | 1,550 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 700 | 700 |
| App support | 250 | 250 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 900 | 900 | 1,000 | |
| Sport Line | 2,500 | 1,700 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | 500 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | |||
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | 1,400 | 1,400 | ||
| Driving Assistance Package | 1,800 | 1,800 | ||
| Proximity key | 650 | |||
| Technology Package | 2,320 | 2,320 | ||
| Premium Package | 3,275 | 1,730 | 2,115 | |
| BMW Assist | 590 | 590 | ||
| Cold Weather Package | 1,230 | 1,230 | 735 | 735 |
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,000 | 1,000 | ||
| Parking Package | 1,410 | 1,410 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | 530 | 530 |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 645 | 645 |
| App support | 230 | 230 | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 820 | 820 | 920 | |
| Sport Line | 2,275 | 1,545 | ||
| Semi-automated parking system | 455 | 455 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | |||
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | 1,290 | 1,290 | ||
| Driving Assistance Package | 1,655 | 1,655 | ||
| Proximity key | 600 | |||
| Options (change) | 17,325 | 14,425 | 8,575 | 5,925 |
| Options (change) | 15,770 | 13,150 | 7,890 | 5,455 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 995 | 995 |
| Total Price | $53,120 | $57,720 | $60,770 | $63,370 |
| Total Invoice | $48,955 | $53,235 | $57,180 | $59,630 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,500 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $4,320 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | 530i | 540i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 248hp I4 | 335hp I6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | ?, 9 | ?, 9 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 |
| Total Price | $53,120 | $57,720 | $60,770 | $63,370 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -100 | -4,150 | -2,925 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $53,120 | $57,620 | $56,620 | $60,445 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,500 | $0 | $3,825 |
| Total Invoice | $48,955 | $53,235 | $57,180 | $59,630 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -92 | -3,905 | -2,752 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $48,955 | $53,143 | $53,275 | $56,878 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,188 | $0 | $3,603 |
Features Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | 3-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | 328i | 335i | 530i | 540i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | ||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||
| Evasive maneuver assist | $200 | $200 | ||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | ||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | ||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | ||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | ||
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | ||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Transmission | ||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $2,100 | $2,200 | $6,250 | $5,025 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $100 | $4,150 | $2,925 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -92 | -3,905 | -2,752 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 3-Series vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2012 | 2017 |
| Model | 3-Series | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in | 117.1 in |
| Length | 182.5 in | 194.6 in |
| Width | 71.3 in | 73.5 in |
| Height | 56.3 in | 58.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,407 lb. | 3,747 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.3 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 58.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 42.0 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.7 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.1 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.1 in | 36.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.0 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1090 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | 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 | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 2% |
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 5% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Parking Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 500 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 225/45YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 35% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 65% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1090 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| BMW Assist | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | Yes |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | Yes |
| Remote app | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 275 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1475 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 75 | 5% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Second-row 3-section 3-person split bench | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 50 | 5% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Parking Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 500 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1050 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| 225/45YR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 35% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 65% |
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% |
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Evasive maneuver assist | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 36% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1500 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 725 | 33% |
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% |
| Proximity key | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Evasive maneuver assist | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 36% |
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