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BMW 5-Series vs. BMW 3-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 5-Series vs. BMW 3-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $49,095 BMW 3-Series 328i | |||||
| Difference: $12,725 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $44,975 BMW 3-Series 328i | |||||
| Difference: $11,885 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $44,600 | $49,800 | $58,800 | $32,400 | $38,900 |
| Base Invoice | $41,210 | $45,995 | $54,275 | $29,810 | $35,790 |
| Sport Package | 2,900 | 2,900 | 4,700 | 1,600 | 1,600 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | 475 | 475 | 475 |
| Premium Package | 2,400 | 2,200 | 3,250 | 2,550 | |
| Navigation system | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | 2,100 | 2,100 |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 700 | 700 | 350 | 350 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | 400 | 400 | 400 | 400 |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 |
| HD radio | 350 | 350 | 350 | 500 | 500 |
| Proximity key | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | 500 | 500 |
| Active steering | 1,400 | 1,400 | 1,400 | 1,400 | 1,400 |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | 595 | 595 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,400 | 2,400 | 2,400 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | 500 | 100 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 800 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,400 | 2,400 | |||
| Satellite radio | 595 | 595 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 475 | 475 | |||
| Sport Package | 2,640 | 2,640 | 4,275 | 1,455 | 1,455 |
| Xenon HID headlights | 730 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | 430 | 430 | 430 |
| Premium Package | 2,185 | 2,000 | 2,960 | 2,320 | |
| Navigation system | 1,730 | 1,730 | 1,730 | 1,910 | 1,910 |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | 525 | 525 | 525 |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 635 | 635 | 320 | 320 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | 365 | 365 | 365 | 365 |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 |
| HD radio | 315 | 315 | 315 | 450 | 450 |
| Proximity key | 910 | 910 | 910 | 455 | 455 |
| Active steering | 1,230 | 1,230 | 1,230 | 1,230 | 1,230 |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | 540 | 540 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,135 | 2,135 | 2,135 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 455 | 455 | 90 | ||
| Steering-linked headlights | 730 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,135 | 2,135 | |||
| Satellite radio | 540 | 540 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 430 | 430 | |||
| Options (change) | 16,395 | 15,895 | 14,795 | 15,920 | 14,520 |
| Options (change) | 14,825 | 14,365 | 13,365 | 14,390 | 13,110 |
| Destination | 825 | 825 | 825 | 775 | 775 |
| Total Price | $61,820 | $66,520 | $74,420 | $49,095 | $54,195 |
| Total Invoice | $56,860 | $61,185 | $68,465 | $44,975 | $49,675 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. BMW 3-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 3-Series 328i | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,230 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $10,510 | |||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 360hp V8 | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | M6 | M6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 200, 10 | 200, 10 | 200, 10 | ?, 10 | ?, 13 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/40-18 | 245/40-18 | 245/35-19 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $61,820 | $66,520 | $74,420 | $49,095 | $54,195 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,495 | -1,595 | -1,595 | 0 | -350 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $60,325 | $64,925 | $72,825 | $49,095 | $53,845 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,600 | $12,500 | $0 | $4,750 |
| Total Invoice | $56,860 | $61,185 | $68,465 | $44,975 | $49,675 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,375 | -1,467 | -1,467 | 0 | -321 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $55,485 | $59,718 | $66,998 | $44,975 | $49,354 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,233 | $11,513 | $0 | $4,379 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2007 | 2007 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | 328i | 335i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 |
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | $40 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | ||||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Floor mats | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $2,725 | $2,825 | $2,825 | $1,230 | $1,580 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,495 | $1,595 | $1,595 | $0 | $350 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,375 | -1,467 | -1,467 | 0 | -321 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2007 |
| Model | 5-Series | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 108.7 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 178.2 in |
| Width | 72.7 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 57.8 in | 55.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,506 lb. | 3,341 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.7 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 55.4 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 41.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.9 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.2 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.0 in | 34.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.0 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/40WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Active stabilizer bars | 500 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Tires, run-flat | 150 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Front seat active head restraints | 0 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 56% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 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 |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1650 | 87% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 13% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/40WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Active stabilizer bars | 500 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Tires, run-flat | 150 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Front seat active head restraints | 0 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 36% |
| Total Not Requested | 1250 | 64% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 84% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 16% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 550i
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Body kit | 0 | No |
| 245/35ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| 275/30ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Active stabilizer bars | 500 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Tires, run-flat | 150 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Front seat active head restraints | 0 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 1450 | 67% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 328i
| 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% |
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 18% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | 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 |
| 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 |
| Total Requested | 2850 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/45VR17 tires | 200 | No |
| 255/40VR17 tires | 200 | 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 |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 38% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series 335i
| 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% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 97% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 3% |
| Folding second row seats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Folding second row seats | 300 | Yes |
| Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench | 100 | No |
| Rear seat pass-through | 100 | Yes |
| Ski sack | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 450 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 18% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| 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 |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| 225/40WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| 255/35WR18 tires | 200 | 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 |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 38% |
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