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2015 BMW 5-Series vs. 2011 BMW 5-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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2015 BMW 5-Series vs. 2011 BMW 5-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $71,700

2011 BMW 5-Series 528i   
Difference: $4,370

Lowest Total Invoice: $65,995

2011 BMW 5-Series 528i   
Difference: $4,560

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Model Year201520152015201120112011
Model5-Series5-Series5-Series5-Series5-Series5-Series
Trim535i535d550i528i535i550i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $55,600 $57,100 $64,900 $45,050 $50,100 $60,200
Base Invoice $51,830 $53,210 $60,390 $41,645 $46,290 $55,585
Premium Package 1,500 1,500   1,800 1,800  
Driver Assistance Package 1,800 1,800     1,350 1,350
Dynamic Handling Package 3,500 3,500 3,500   2,700 2,700
Driver Assistance Plus 1,900 1,900 1,900      
Cold Weather Package 950 950 950 650 650 650
Luxury Seating Package 2,400 2,400 1,300      
Sunshade, rear, power 575 575 575      
Night vision 2,300 2,300 2,300 2,600 2,600 2,600
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 1,200 1,200 1,200 2,400 2,400 2,400
Metallic paint (extra cost) 550 550   550 550  
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 2,200 2,200 2,200 2,200 2,200 2,200
Power door closers 600 600        
Executive Package     4,300      
Xenon HID headlights       900    
Around view cameras       800 800 800
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls       500 500 500
Sport Package       2,200 2,200 2,200
Premium Package 2       4,500 4,500 2,400
Active Ventilated Seat Package       1,950 1,950 1,950
Convenience Package       1,700 1,700 1,700
Adaptive dampers - electrical       1,000    
Head-up display (HUD)       1,300 1,300 1,300
Folding second row seats       475 475 475
App support       250 250 250
Premium Package 1,365 1,365   1,640 1,640  
Driver Assistance Package 1,640 1,640     1,230 1,230
Dynamic Handling Package 3,185 3,185 3,185   2,455 2,455
Driver Assistance Plus 1,730 1,730 1,730      
Cold Weather Package 865 865 865 590 590 590
Luxury Seating Package 2,185 2,185 1,185      
Sunshade, rear, power 525 525 525      
Night vision 2,095 2,095 2,095 2,365 2,365 2,365
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed 1,095 1,095 1,095 2,185 2,185 2,185
Metallic paint (extra cost) 500 500   500 500  
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000 2,000
Power door closers 545 545        
Executive Package     3,915      
Xenon HID headlights       820    
Around view cameras       730 730 730
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls       475 475 475
Sport Package       2,000 2,000 2,000
Premium Package 2       4,095 4,095 2,185
Active Ventilated Seat Package       1,775 1,775 1,775
Convenience Package       1,545 1,545 1,545
Adaptive dampers - electrical       910    
Head-up display (HUD)       1,185 1,185 1,185
Folding second row seats       430 430 430
App support       230 230 230
Options (change) 19,475 19,475 18,225 25,775 27,925 23,475
Options (change) 17,730 17,730 16,595 23,475 25,430 21,380
Destination 995 995 995 875 875 875
Total Price $76,070 $77,570 $84,120 $71,700 $78,900 $84,550
Total Invoice $70,555 $71,935 $77,980 $65,995 $72,595 $77,840

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: 2015 BMW 5-Series vs. 2011 BMW 5-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: 2011 BMW 5-Series 528i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $2,220
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $2,566
Model Year201520152015201120112011
Model5-Series5-Series5-Series5-Series5-Series5-Series
Trim535i535d550i528i535i550i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine300hp I6255hp I6 D443hp V8240hp I6300hp I6400hp V8
TransmissionT8T8T8T8T8T8
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)180, 10180, 10600, 16600, 16600, 16600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-18245/45-18245/45-18245/45-18245/40-19245/40-19
Total Price$76,070$77,570$84,120$71,700$78,900$84,550
Adjustments for Features-2,150-2,150-3,6000-1,100-1,100
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$73,920$75,420$80,520$71,700$77,800$83,450
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,500$6,600$0$6,100$11,750
Total Invoice$70,555$71,935$77,980$65,995$72,595$77,840
Adjustments for Features-1,994-1,994-3,3370-1,012-1,013
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$68,561$69,941$74,643$65,995$71,583$76,827
Cost Above Minimum$0$1,380$6,082$0$5,588$10,832

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Features Comparison: 2015 BMW 5-Series vs. 2011 BMW 5-Series

Model Year201520152015201120112011
Model5-Series5-Series5-Series5-Series5-Series5-Series
Trim535i535d550i528i535i550i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1300$1300$1300$1300$1300$1300
RWD$0$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Hands-free trunk or liftgate$100$100$100   
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Animal detection, night$50$50$50   
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200$200   
Automatic braking, low-speed$200$200$200   
Blind spot warning system$200$200$200 $200$200
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150$150   
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75   
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75   
Lane departure collision mitigation$50$50$50   
Lane departure warning$200$200$200 $200$200
Pedestrian detection$50$50$50   
Rollover sensor$50$50$50   
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150$150$150   
Raised top speed limiter   $0$0$0
Infotainment 
DVD-compatible player$0$0$0   
Handwriting recognition$200$200$200   
In-vehicle Internet$150$150$150   
iPod integration   $100$100$100
S Voice support$0$0$0   
Siri Eyes Free support$0$0$0   
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25$25$25
Surround sound  $250$250$250$250
USB port$25$25$25   
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming headlights    $200$200
Seats and Interior Trim 
Ceramic controls  $0   
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100$100$100   
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100$100$100   
Upholstered instrument panel, leather  $1000   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars$500$500$500 $500$500
Transmission 
Launch control  $100   
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls  $100$100$100$100
Total Value of Features$3,925$3,925$5,375$1,775$2,875$2,875
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,150$2,150$3,600$0$1,100$1,100
Value of Feature Adjustments-1,994-1,994-3,3370-1,012-1,013

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Specifications Comparison: 2015 BMW 5-Series vs. 2011 BMW 5-Series

Model Year20152011
Model5-Series5-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase116.9 in116.9 in
Length193.4 in193.1 in
Width73.2 in73.2 in
Height57.6 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,815 lb.3,815 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom40.5 in40.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room58.3 in58.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.4 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom38.3 in38.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.2 in56.2 in
Row 2 Legroom35.3 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume18.4 ft318.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
2015 BMW 5-Series 535i

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested85089%
Total Not Requested10011%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Active stabilizer bars500Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras100Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Wide-view front camera150Yes
Speed limit information0No
Lane departure collision mitigation50No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested85065%
Total Not Requested45035%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Luxury Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Massage, passenger seat100Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested115085%
Total Not Requested20015%

Option Package Details
2015 BMW 5-Series 535d

Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250Yes
Hands-free trunk or liftgate100No
Total Requested85089%
Total Not Requested10011%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350Yes
Total Requested950100%
Total Not Requested00%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Active stabilizer bars500Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras300Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Wide-view front camera150Yes
Speed limit information0No
Lane departure collision mitigation50No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested105070%
Total Not Requested45030%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Luxury Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Massage, passenger seat100Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested115085%
Total Not Requested20015%

Option Package Details
2015 BMW 5-Series 550i

Executive Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Surround sound250Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250Yes
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000No
Ceramic controls0No
Harman/Kardon, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Power door closers300Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Head-up display (HUD)350Yes
Total Requested150053%
Total Not Requested135047%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive dampers - electrical500Yes
Active stabilizer bars500Yes
Total Requested1000100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Plus
FeatureValueRequested?
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Around view cameras-100Yes
Automatic braking, low-speed200No
Driver drowsiness monitor150No
Forward collision warning200Yes
Wide-view front camera150Yes
Speed limit information0No
Lane departure collision mitigation50No
Pedestrian detection50No
Total Requested65059%
Total Not Requested45041%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Luxury Seating Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Massage, passenger seat100Yes
Total Requested500100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
2011 BMW 5-Series 528i

Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50Yes
Total Requested700100%
Total Not Requested00%
Around view cameras
FeatureValueRequested?
Around view cameras300Yes
Wide-view front camera150Yes
Total Requested450100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Night vision
FeatureValueRequested?
Night vision1750Yes
Pedestrian detection, night50Yes
Total Requested1800100%
Total Not Requested00%
Folding second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding second row seats300Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/45WR18 tires200No
Special exterior trim0No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested65076%
Total Not Requested20024%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
iPod integration100Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250Yes
Voice control for external devices0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested249088%
Total Not Requested35012%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Active Ventilated Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Massage, passenger seat100Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested1350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power door closers300Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
2011 BMW 5-Series 535i

Around view cameras
FeatureValueRequested?
Around view cameras100Yes
Wide-view front camera150Yes
Total Requested250100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Night vision
FeatureValueRequested?
Night vision1750Yes
Pedestrian detection, night50Yes
Total Requested1800100%
Total Not Requested00%
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Folding second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding second row seats300Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Active stabilizer bars500Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested1200100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special exterior trim0No
245/40ZR19 tires200No
275/35ZR19 tires200No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested65062%
Total Not Requested40038%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
iPod integration100Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250Yes
Voice control for external devices0Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25Yes
Total Requested249088%
Total Not Requested35012%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-folding mirrors50Yes
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested1750100%
Total Not Requested00%
Active Ventilated Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Massage, passenger seat100Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested1350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested40067%
Total Not Requested20033%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power door closers300Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

Option Package Details
2011 BMW 5-Series 550i

Around view cameras
FeatureValueRequested?
Around view cameras-100Yes
Wide-view front camera150Yes
Total Requested50100%
Total Not Requested00%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Night vision
FeatureValueRequested?
Night vision1750Yes
Pedestrian detection, night50Yes
Total Requested1800100%
Total Not Requested00%
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Folding second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding second row seats300Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Active stabilizer bars500Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested1200100%
Total Not Requested00%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special exterior trim0No
245/40ZR19 tires200No
275/35ZR19 tires200No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested65062%
Total Not Requested40038%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200Yes
Heated steering wheel100Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested550100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
iPod integration100Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250Yes
Voice control for external devices0Yes
Total Requested135079%
Total Not Requested35021%
Active Ventilated Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Massage, passenger seat100Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100Yes
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested1350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200No
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Total Requested40067%
Total Not Requested20033%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power door closers300Yes
Power decklid350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%

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