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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: $67,595 BMW 5-Series 530i | |||||
| Difference: $45,690 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $63,450 BMW 5-Series 530i | |||||
| Difference: $41,971 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $51,200 | $56,450 | $106,700 | $147,300 | $214,500 |
| Base Invoice | $48,295 | $53,180 | $99,231 | $136,989 | $199,485 |
| Luxury Seating Package | 1,600 | 1,600 | |||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 1,000 | 1,000 | |||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |||
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | 1,400 | 1,400 | |||
| Driving Assistance Package | 1,800 | 1,800 | |||
| Driver Assistance Plus II | 1,700 | 1,700 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,300 | 1,950 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel | 500 | 500 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | 700 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | ||||
| Power door closers | 600 | 600 | 450 | 450 | |
| Night vision | 2,300 | 2,300 | 2,260 | 2,260 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,950 | 2,950 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||
| Luxury Seating Package | 1,470 | 1,470 | |||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 920 | 920 | |||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |||
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | 1,290 | 1,290 | |||
| Driving Assistance Package | 1,655 | 1,655 | |||
| Driver Assistance Plus II | 1,565 | 1,565 | |||
| Premium Package | 2,115 | 1,795 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel | 460 | 460 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 645 | 645 | |||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 920 | ||||
| Power door closers | 550 | 550 | 419 | 419 | |
| Night vision | 2,115 | 2,115 | 2,102 | 2,102 | |
| Driver Assistance Package | 2,744 | 2,744 | |||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||
| Options (change) | 15,400 | 14,050 | 5,660 | 5,660 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 14,160 | 12,920 | 5,265 | 5,265 | 0 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 925 | 925 | 925 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $67,595 | $71,495 | $113,285 | $153,885 | $216,725 |
| Total Invoice | $63,450 | $67,095 | $105,421 | $143,179 | $201,710 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 5-Series 530i | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $40,490 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $37,132 | |||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 248hp I4 | 335hp I6 | 429hp V8 | 530hp V8 | 621hp V12 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T7 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 600, 14 | 600, 14 | 900, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 255/40-18 | 255/35-19 | 255/35-19 |
| Total Price | $67,595 | $71,495 | $113,285 | $153,885 | $216,725 |
| Adjustments for Features | -50 | 0 | -5,250 | -9,925 | -12,475 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $67,545 | $71,495 | $108,035 | $143,960 | $204,250 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,950 | $0 | $35,925 | $96,215 |
| Total Invoice | $63,450 | $67,095 | $105,421 | $143,179 | $201,710 |
| Adjustments for Features | -47 | 0 | -4,886 | -9,235 | -11,611 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $63,403 | $67,095 | $100,535 | $133,944 | $190,099 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,692 | $0 | $33,409 | $89,564 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2014 | 2014 | 2014 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | SL | SL | SL |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | SL550 | SL63 AMG | SL65 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | |||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | $1200 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Low-speed semi-autonomous driving | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | |||
| Wind blocker, power small | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Animal detection, night | $50 | $50 | |||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | |||
| Auto-raising roll bars / headrests | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | |||
| Evasive maneuver assist | $200 | $200 | |||
| Lane departure prevention | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | |||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | |||
| Pedestrian detection, night | $50 | $50 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Side collision intervention | $200 | $200 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | |||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Adaptive windshield washer system | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip rear differential | $300 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Electronically-variable tint, sunroof or glass roof panel | $2000 | ||||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | ||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | |||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | |||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | |||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | $50 | |||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | $75 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | ||||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | |||
| LED headlights | $1000 | ||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | ||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | |||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | |||
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | $200 | |||
| Leather headliner | $1000 | ||||
| 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 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | $1000 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | |||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $9,825 | $9,775 | $15,025 | $19,700 | $22,250 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $50 | $0 | $5,250 | $9,925 | $12,475 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -47 | 0 | -4,886 | -9,235 | -11,611 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SL
| Model Year | 2017 | 2014 |
| Model | 5-Series | SL |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 101.8 in |
| Length | 194.6 in | 181.8 in |
| Width | 73.5 in | 73.9 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 51.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,747 lb. | 4,002 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 19.8 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 39.1 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 55.5 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 42.9 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.7 ft3 | 8.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.7 | 13.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530i
| Luxury Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 19% |
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Evasive maneuver assist | 200 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 38% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 37% |
| Driver Assistance Plus II | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware | 850 | No |
| Low-speed semi-autonomous driving | 100 | No |
| Side collision prevention | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 11% |
| Total Not Requested | 1550 | 89% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1850 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 375 | 17% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 59% |
| Total Not Requested | 625 | 41% |
| Luxury Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 19% |
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Evasive maneuver assist | 200 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 38% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 37% |
| Driver Assistance Plus II | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware | 850 | No |
| Low-speed semi-autonomous driving | 100 | No |
| Side collision prevention | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 11% |
| Total Not Requested | 1550 | 89% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL550
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SL SL63 AMG
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 700 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Lane departure prevention system | 150 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision alert | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot intervention | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2000 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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