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BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class Price Comparison (MSRP)

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BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $89,575

BMW 5-Series M5   
Difference: $45,650

Lowest Total Invoice: $82,025

BMW 5-Series M5   
Difference: $44,006

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20062009
Model5-SeriesS-Class
TrimM5S63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan, ext.
Base Price $81,200 $131,350
Base Invoice $74,070 $122,156
Xenon HID headlights 800  
M Multi-Function Sport Seats 1,900  
Rear side airbags 385  
Satellite radio 595  
Wood trim 0  
Proximity key 1,000  
Rear spoiler 0  
Xenon HID headlights 730  
M Multi-Function Sport Seats 1,730  
Rear side airbags 350  
Satellite radio 540  
Wood trim 0  
Proximity key 910  
Rear spoiler 0  
Options (change) 4,680 0
Options (change) 4,260 0
Destination 695 875
Gas Tax 3,000 3,000
Total Price $89,575 $135,225
Total Invoice $82,025 $126,031

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 5-Series M5
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $39,860
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $38,610
Model Year20062009
Model5-SeriesS-Class
TrimM5S63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan, ext.
Engine500hp V10518hp V8
TransmissionS7T7
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)12/18 MPG11/17 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)420, 13600, 14
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/40-19255/35-20
Total Price$89,575$135,225
Adjustments for Features0-5,790
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$89,575$129,435
Total Invoice$82,025$126,031
Adjustments for Features0-5,396
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$82,025$120,635

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Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Model Year20062009
Model5-SeriesS-Class
TrimM5S63 AMG
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan, ext.
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed automated manual$1200 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1200
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power door closers $300
Power trunk closer $350
Sunshade, rear, power $225
Sunshades, second row, power $225
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats$0 
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system $0
Rearview camera $200
Rollover sensor $50
Cargo Management 
Cargo net $40
Console with shifter$150 
Console without shifter $150
Overhead sunglass holder $25
Storage compartment under front seat(s) $50
Climate Control 
Rear air vents $100
Rear air vents with manual controls$150 
Wiper de-icer $25
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300 
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows $200
Rear spoiler$200 
Infotainment 
CD changer, in-dash $325
CD changer, remote$200 
CD player$125 
MP3-compatible player $50
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror$75 
Chronometer $100
Cornering lights $50
Digital instruments $0
Fog light, rear $100
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat $100
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats $300
Massage, driver seat $100
Massage, passenger seat $100
Memory system, passenger seat $150
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row $25
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat$100 
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat$100 
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat$100 
Power-folding headrests, second row seats $50
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather $200
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical$500 
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable $4000
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100
Total Value of Features$3,300$9,090
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$5,790
Value of Feature Adjustments0-5,396

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See a complete comparison of BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class features.

Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class

Model Year20062009
Model5-SeriesS-Class
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan, ext.
Wheelbase113.7 in124.6 in
Length191.1 in205.0 in
Width72.7 in73.7 in
Height57.8 in58.0 in
Curb Weight4,012 lb.4,663 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.23.8 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.7 in37.8 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.3 in59.1 in
Row 1 Legroom41.5 in41.9 in
Row 2 Headroom37.9 in38.5 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.2 in58.7 in
Row 2 Legroom36.0 in42.3 in
Cargo Volume14.0 ft316.3 ft3

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See a complete comparison of BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz S-Class specs.

Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series M5

M Multi-Function Sport Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Front seat active head restraints0No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver200Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger200Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Total Requested40067%
Total Not Requested20033%

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