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BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL 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. Mercedes-Benz SL Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $64,395 BMW 5-Series 528i | ||||||
| Difference: $47,700 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $59,360 BMW 5-Series 528i | ||||||
| Difference: $45,040 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $46,900 | $52,500 | $62,000 | $102,600 | $139,050 | $198,750 |
| Base Invoice | $43,330 | $48,480 | $57,220 | $95,418 | $129,316 | $184,838 |
| M Sport Package | 4,800 | 4,800 | ||||
| Luxury Seating Package | 2,400 | 2,400 | 2,400 | |||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,250 | 1,000 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,400 | 2,400 | 2,400 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | 350 | |||
| Proximity key | 1,000 | 1,000 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | 500 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||||
| Technology Package | 1,850 | 1,850 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 1,700 | |||||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,850 | 3,150 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,170 | 1,170 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,300 | 2,300 | 2,300 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| M Sport Package | 4,370 | 4,370 | ||||
| Luxury Seating Package | 2,185 | 2,185 | 2,185 | |||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,050 | 910 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,185 | 2,185 | 2,185 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | 320 | |||
| Proximity key | 910 | 910 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | 475 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||||
| Technology Package | 1,685 | 1,685 | ||||
| Convenience Package | 1,545 | |||||
| Premium 1 Package | 3,580 | 2,930 | ||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 1,088 | 1,088 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,139 | 2,139 | 2,139 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | ||||
| Options (change) | 16,600 | 15,350 | 7,350 | 7,320 | 6,620 | 2,300 |
| Options (change) | 15,135 | 13,995 | 6,690 | 6,807 | 6,157 | 2,139 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 895 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 2,600 | 2,600 |
| Total Price | $64,395 | $68,745 | $70,245 | $112,095 | $149,145 | $204,525 |
| Total Invoice | $59,360 | $63,370 | $64,805 | $104,400 | $138,948 | $190,452 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 5-Series 528i | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $39,000 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $36,933 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 400hp V8 | 382hp V8 | 518hp V8 | 604hp V12 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T8 | T7 | T7 | T5 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 510, 10 | 510, 10 | 510, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 245/40-19 | 245/45-18 | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $64,395 | $68,745 | $70,245 | $112,095 | $149,145 | $204,525 |
| Adjustments for Features | -450 | -450 | 0 | -9,150 | -10,200 | -10,200 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $63,945 | $68,295 | $70,245 | $102,945 | $138,945 | $194,325 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,350 | $6,300 | $0 | $36,000 | $91,380 |
| Total Invoice | $59,360 | $63,370 | $64,805 | $104,400 | $138,948 | $190,452 |
| Adjustments for Features | -415 | -415 | 0 | -8,522 | -9,503 | -9,498 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $58,945 | $62,955 | $64,805 | $95,878 | $129,445 | $180,954 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,010 | $5,860 | $0 | $33,567 | $85,076 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | |||
| Power door closers | $300 | |||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | |||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | $500 | $500 | |||
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Raised top speed limiter | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | |||||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | |||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | ||||
| Synthetic suede steering wheel | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,325 | $7,325 | $6,875 | $16,025 | $17,075 | $17,075 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $450 | $450 | $0 | $9,150 | $10,200 | $10,200 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -415 | -415 | 0 | -8,522 | -9,503 | -9,498 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Model | 5-Series | SL |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 100.8 in |
| Length | 193.1 in | 180.4 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 71.5 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 51.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,815 lb. | 4,221 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 21.1 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.7 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 54.0 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 42.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 7.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.4 | 10.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i
| M Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/45WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| 275/40WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 42% |
| Luxury Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 56% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 715 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 24% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i
| M Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Body kit | 0 | Yes |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Special interior trim | 0 | No |
| 245/40ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| 275/35ZR19 tires | 200 | No |
| Adaptive shocks - electrical | 500 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Raised top speed limiter | 0 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 950 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 42% |
| Luxury Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 56% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 715 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 225 | 24% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 550i
| Luxury Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | 150 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | No |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | No |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Rear dual-zone climate control | 125 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 44% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 56% |
| Convenience Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power door closers | 300 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 33% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL550
| 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% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1100 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 24% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL63 AMG
| 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% |
| Premium 1 Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 14% |
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