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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: $52,325 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||
| Difference: $41,395 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $48,250 BMW 3-Series 328i | ||||
| Difference: $38,335 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | 5-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | M5 | 328i | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $85,700 | $36,850 | $43,150 | $49,650 |
| Base Invoice | $79,025 | $34,080 | $39,880 | $45,860 |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 575 | 575 |
| iPod integration | 400 | |||
| HD radio | 350 | |||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||
| Heated second row seats | 350 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | 200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | |||
| Head-up display (HUD) | 1,200 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||
| Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers | 875 | 875 | 875 | |
| Technology Package | 3,100 | 3,100 | 3,100 | |
| Sport Line | 2,750 | 1,950 | 1,950 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 900 | |||
| Premium Package | 3,100 | 2,200 | 2,200 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 950 | 950 | 950 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | 750 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | |
| DUPL Voice texting capability | 0 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | 525 | 525 |
| iPod integration | 365 | |||
| HD radio | 315 | |||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | |||
| Heated second row seats | 320 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | 180 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | |||
| Head-up display (HUD) | 1,010 | |||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | |||
| Harman/Kardon 600W 16 speakers | 795 | 795 | 795 | |
| Technology Package | 2,820 | 2,820 | 2,820 | |
| Sport Line | 2,505 | 1,775 | 1,775 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | 820 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,820 | 2,000 | 2,000 | |
| Cold Weather Package | 865 | 865 | 865 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 685 | 685 | |
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 910 | 910 | 910 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| DUPL Voice texting capability | 0 | |||
| Options (change) | 4,145 | 14,550 | 11,950 | 11,950 |
| Options (change) | 3,685 | 13,245 | 10,875 | 10,875 |
| Destination | 875 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 3,000 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $93,720 | $52,325 | $56,025 | $62,525 |
| Total Invoice | $86,585 | $48,250 | $51,680 | $57,660 |
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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: $39,935 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $36,986 | ||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | 5-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | M5 | 328i | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 500hp V10 | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 335hp I6 H |
| Transmission | S7 | M6 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 11/17 MPG | 14/20 MPG | 14/20 MPG | 14/20 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 420, 13 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/40-19 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 | 225/45-18 |
| Total Price | $93,720 | $52,325 | $56,025 | $62,525 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,460 | 0 | -1,150 | -1,225 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $92,260 | $52,325 | $54,875 | $61,300 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,550 | $8,975 |
| Total Invoice | $86,585 | $48,250 | $51,680 | $57,660 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,349 | 0 | -1,061 | -1,130 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $85,236 | $48,250 | $50,619 | $56,530 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $0 | $2,369 | $8,280 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2010 | 2013 | 2013 | 2013 |
| Model | 5-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series | 3-Series |
| Trim | M5 | 328i | 335i | ActiveHybrid 3 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | |||
| Drivetrain | ||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |||
| DUPL Voice texting capability | $50 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Compass | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||
| Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $3,025 | $1,565 | $2,715 | $2,790 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,460 | $0 | $1,150 | $1,225 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,349 | 0 | -1,061 | -1,130 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. BMW 3-Series
| Model Year | 2010 | 2013 |
| Model | 5-Series | 3-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 110.6 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 182.5 in |
| Width | 72.7 in | 71.3 in |
| Height | 57.8 in | 56.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,089 lb. | 3,713 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.7 in | 40.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 42.0 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.9 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.2 in | 55.1 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.0 in | 35.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.0 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 |
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% |
| Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 41% |
| Steering-linked headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | No |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 23% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Variable steering ratio (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 90 | 7% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 43% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2350 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 4% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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% |
| Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 41% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Variable steering ratio (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 90 | 7% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 43% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 6% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 3-Series ActiveHybrid 3
| 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% |
| Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 41% |
| Obstacle detection, rear | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Variable steering ratio (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 750 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | Yes |
| App support | 0 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic information | 25 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | 200 | Yes |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | 25 | No |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | 25 | No |
| Remote app | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 1275 | 93% |
| Total Not Requested | 90 | 7% |
| Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| 225/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Door sill trim plates | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | Yes |
| Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 500 | 43% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 94% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 6% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 550 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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