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BMW 5-Series vs. Audi A4 / S4 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 5-Series vs. Audi A4 / S4 Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $61,200 Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T | ||
| Difference: $3,420 | ||
Lowest Total Invoice: $56,981 Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T | ||
| Difference: $3,819 | ||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | 540i | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $56,450 | $47,300 |
| Base Invoice | $53,180 | $43,990 |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 500 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | 475 |
| Temporary spare tire | 150 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | |
| Proximity key | 650 | |
| Active steering | 1,150 | |
| Rearview camera | 400 | |
| AWD | 2,300 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 1,400 | |
| Prestige Package | 6,700 | |
| Audi Drive Select Package | 3,950 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 530 | 466 |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 645 | 443 |
| Temporary spare tire | 140 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | |
| Proximity key | 600 | |
| Active steering | 1,060 | |
| Rearview camera | 370 | |
| AWD | 2,140 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 1,302 | |
| Prestige Package | 6,232 | |
| Audi Drive Select Package | 3,673 | |
| Options (change) | 7,175 | 13,025 |
| Options (change) | 6,625 | 12,116 |
| Destination | 995 | 875 |
| Total Price | $64,620 | $61,200 |
| Total Invoice | $60,800 | $56,981 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $955 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $1,500 | ||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | 540i | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 335hp I6 | 333hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/29 MPG | 18/28 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 505, 14 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $64,620 | $61,200 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,465 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $62,155 | $61,200 |
| Total Invoice | $60,800 | $56,981 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,319 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $58,481 | $56,981 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | A4 / S4 |
| Trim | 540i | S4 3.0T |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Remote app | $25 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Active rear differential | $500 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| App support | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | |
| Text dictation | $50 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | |
| Traffic information | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | |
| Fog light, rear | $100 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Rear wheel steering | $1500 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,615 | $6,150 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,465 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,319 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Audi A4 / S4
| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | A4 / S4 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 194.6 in | 185.2 in |
| Width | 73.5 in | 71.9 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 56.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,019 lb. | 3,637 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 40.0 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 54.3 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.5 in | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.7 ft3 | 12.4 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Audi A4 / S4 S4 3.0T
| 7-speed automated manual | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | Yes |
| Launch control | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| 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% |
| Prestige Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 255/35YR19 tires | 400 | No |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | No |
| Bang & Olufsen, 505W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1640 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 42% |
| Audi Drive Select Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Active rear differential | 500 | No |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | No |
| Active steering | 1000 | Yes |
| Electronic systems calibration selector | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 1000 | 45% |
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