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BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 SLK Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $54,015 Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK280 | |||||||||
| Difference: $3,880 | |||||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $50,294 Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK280 | |||||||||
| Difference: $3,716 | |||||||||
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| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 535d | ActiveHybrid 5 | 550i | M5 | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Base Price | $50,200 | $55,850 | $57,350 | $62,100 | $66,300 | $94,100 | $44,150 | $49,450 | $63,200 |
| Base Invoice | $46,865 | $52,060 | $53,440 | $57,810 | $61,675 | $87,250 | $41,060 | $45,988 | $58,776 |
| Premium Package | 2,600 | ||||||||
| M Sport Line | 3,250 | ||||||||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | 710 | 710 | 710 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | ||||||||
| Premium II Package | 3,995 | 3,995 | 1,410 | ||||||
| Heating Package | 980 | 980 | |||||||
| Lighting Package | 1,010 | 1,010 | 1,010 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||||||
| Automatic climate control, front | 720 | 720 | 720 | ||||||
| iPod integration | 375 | 375 | 375 | ||||||
| Appearance Package | 1,000 | ||||||||
| Premium Package | 2,365 | ||||||||
| M Sport Line | 2,960 | ||||||||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | 455 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 659 | 659 | 659 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||||||
| Rear spoiler | 0 | ||||||||
| Premium II Package | 3,715 | 3,715 | 1,311 | ||||||
| Heating Package | 911 | 911 | |||||||
| Lighting Package | 939 | 939 | 939 | ||||||
| Navigation system | 1,116 | 1,116 | 1,116 | ||||||
| Automatic climate control, front | 670 | 670 | 670 | ||||||
| iPod integration | 349 | 349 | 349 | ||||||
| Appearance Package | 930 | ||||||||
| Options (change) | 6,900 | 1,050 | 1,050 | 1,050 | 500 | 0 | 8,990 | 9,990 | 5,425 |
| Options (change) | 6,280 | 955 | 955 | 955 | 455 | 0 | 8,359 | 9,289 | 5,044 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 875 | 875 | 875 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 | 0 | 0 | 1,300 |
| Total Price | $58,095 | $57,895 | $59,395 | $64,145 | $67,795 | $96,395 | $54,015 | $60,315 | $70,800 |
| Total Invoice | $54,140 | $54,010 | $55,390 | $59,760 | $63,125 | $89,545 | $50,294 | $56,152 | $65,995 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK280 | |||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $5,385 | |||||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $5,061 | |||||||||
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 535d | ActiveHybrid 5 | 550i | M5 | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 255hp I6 D | 335hp I4 H | 443hp V8 | 560hp V8 | 228hp V6 | 268hp V6 | 355hp V8 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | S7 | M6 | T7 | T7 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 | 380, 11 | 380, 11 | 380, 11 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 265/40-19 | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $58,095 | $57,895 | $59,395 | $64,145 | $67,795 | $96,395 | $54,015 | $60,315 | $70,800 |
| Adjustments for Features | -950 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -2,550 | -4,275 | -2,255 | -3,605 | -3,555 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $57,145 | $57,895 | $59,395 | $64,145 | $65,245 | $92,120 | $51,760 | $56,710 | $67,245 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $750 | $2,250 | $7,000 | $8,100 | $34,975 | $0 | $4,950 | $15,485 |
| Total Invoice | $54,140 | $54,010 | $55,390 | $59,760 | $63,125 | $89,545 | $50,294 | $56,152 | $65,995 |
| Adjustments for Features | -885 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -2,374 | -3,971 | -2,100 | -3,356 | -3,314 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $53,255 | $54,010 | $55,390 | $59,760 | $60,751 | $85,574 | $48,194 | $52,796 | $62,681 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $755 | $2,135 | $6,505 | $7,496 | $32,319 | $0 | $4,602 | $14,487 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | SLK | SLK | SLK |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 535d | ActiveHybrid 5 | 550i | M5 | SLK280 | SLK350 | SLK55 AMG |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 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 | $1300 | $1300 | ||||
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | ||||||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | |||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | |||||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||||||
| Proximity key | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Wind blocker, small | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | |||||||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | |||||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |||||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||||||||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||||||||
| Drivetrain | |||||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Exterior | |||||||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||||
| Power retractable hardtop | $6750 | $6750 | $6750 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||||||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |||
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | $10 | $10 | ||||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | ||||||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||||||
| Neck-level heating, front seats | $150 | $150 | |||||||
| No leather in second row | $-300 | $-300 | $-300 | ||||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||||||
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||||||
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||||||||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | ||||||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | ||||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||||||
| Transmission | |||||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $6,940 | $5,990 | $5,990 | $5,990 | $8,540 | $10,265 | $8,245 | $9,595 | $9,545 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $950 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $2,550 | $4,275 | $2,255 | $3,605 | $3,555 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -885 | 0 | 0 | 0 | -2,374 | -3,971 | -2,100 | -3,356 | -3,314 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Mercedes-Benz SLK
| Model Year | 2016 | 2008 |
| Model | 5-Series | SLK |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hardtop conv. |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 95.7 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 160.7 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 70.4 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 51.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,815 lb. | 3,210 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.9 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 52.2 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 0.0 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 42.5 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 35.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.4 | 9.8 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | No |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 55% |
| Total Not Requested | 950 | 45% |
| M Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| 245/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | Yes |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 26% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK280
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2640 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 12% |
| Heating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 43% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK350
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 175 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Satellite radio | 200 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Remote window/roof operation | 15 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | 25 | Yes |
| Power recliner, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 2640 | 88% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 12% |
| Appearance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Wood trim | 300 | Yes |
| 225/45ZR17 tires | 200 | No |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | 0 | No |
| 245/40ZR17 tires | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 43% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 57% |
| Heating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Neck-level heating, front seats | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 57% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 43% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz SLK SLK55 AMG
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Headlight washers | 50 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 600 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium II Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | 100 | Yes |
| Surround sound | 250 | Yes |
| Harman/Kardon, 380W, 11 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Aux input | 50 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 47% |
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