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BMW 5-Series vs. Tesla Model S Feature Comparison

Can I get heated seats? Do I have to get a sunroof? Find out what you need to know about BMW 5-Series and Tesla Model S features right here.

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Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Tesla Model S

  

Model Year 2008 2008 2008 2008 2018 2018 2018
Model 5-Series 5-Series 5-Series 5-Series Model S Model S Model S
Trim 528i 535i 550i M5 75D 100D P100D
Engines  
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
230 hp@6500
200 lb-ft@2750		 3.0L I6<br>DOHC-4v<br>230 hp@6500 <br>200 lb-ft@2750 is a standard feature.            
turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5800
300 lb-ft@1300		   turbocharged<br> 3.0L I6<br>DOHC-4v<br>300 hp@5800 <br>300 lb-ft@1300 is a standard feature.          
4.8L V8
DOHC-4v
360 hp@6300
360 lb-ft@3400		     4.8L V8<br>DOHC-4v<br>360 hp@6300 <br>360 lb-ft@3400 is a standard feature.        
5.0L V10
DOHC-4v
500 hp@7750
383 lb-ft@6100		       5.0L V10<br>DOHC-4v<br>500 hp@7750 <br>383 lb-ft@6100 is a standard feature.      
Electric
328 hp
387 lb-ft		         Electric<br>328 hp<br>387 lb-ft is a standard feature.    
Electric
491 hp
0 lb-ft		           Electric<br>491 hp<br>0 lb-ft is a standard feature.  
Electric
600 hp
713 lb-ft		             Electric<br>600 hp<br>713 lb-ft is a standard feature.
Transmissions  
6-speed manual 6-speed manual is a standard feature. 6-speed manual is an optional feature. 6-speed manual is an optional feature. 6-speed manual is an optional feature.      
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is an optional feature. 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is an optional feature. 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is an optional feature.        
7-speed automated manual       7-speed automated manual is a standard feature.      
1-speed automatic         1-speed automatic is a standard feature. 1-speed automatic is a standard feature. 1-speed automatic is a standard feature.
Drivetrains  
RWD RWD is a standard feature. RWD is a standard feature. RWD is a standard feature. RWD is a standard feature.      
AWD AWD is an optional feature. AWD is an optional feature.     AWD is a standard feature. AWD is a standard feature. AWD is a standard feature.
Tires  
225/50VR17 tires 225/50VR17 tires is a standard feature. 225/50VR17 tires is a standard feature. 225/50VR17 tires is a standard feature.        
245/40WR18 tires 245/40WR18 tires is an optional feature. 245/40WR18 tires is an optional feature.          
275/35WR18 tires   275/35WR18 tires is an optional feature.          
245/35ZR19 tires     245/35ZR19 tires is an optional feature.        
275/30ZR19 tires     275/30ZR19 tires is an optional feature.        
255/40ZR19 tires       255/40ZR19 tires is a standard feature.      
285/35ZR19 tires       285/35ZR19 tires is a standard feature.      
245/45VR19 tires         245/45VR19 tires is a standard feature. 245/45VR19 tires is a standard feature. 245/45VR19 tires is a standard feature.
245/35YR21 tires         245/35YR21 tires is an optional feature. 245/35YR21 tires is an optional feature. 245/35YR21 tires is an optional feature.
265/35YR21 tires             265/35YR21 tires is an optional feature.
Audio Systems  
Unbranded, 200W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) Unbranded, 200W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature. Unbranded, 200W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature. Unbranded, 200W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.        
Harman/Kardon, 420W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) Harman/Kardon, 420W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Harman/Kardon, 420W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Harman/Kardon, 420W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Harman/Kardon, 420W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.      
Unbranded, 825W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)       Unbranded, 825W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.      
Unbranded, 200W, 7 speakers         Unbranded, 200W, 7 speakers is a standard feature. Unbranded, 200W, 7 speakers is a standard feature.  
Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer)         Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Unbranded, 580W, 12 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.
Accessories  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speedAutomatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.   Adaptive cruise control, all-speed is an optional feature. Adaptive cruise control, all-speed is an optional feature. Adaptive cruise control, all-speed is an optional feature.        
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign awareAutomatically maintains speed based on preceding car and speed limit signs. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.           Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware is an optional feature. Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware is an optional feature. Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware is an optional feature.
Automatically maintains speed based on preceding car and speed limit signs. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.
Automated lane changeChange lanes by tapping turn signal.           Automated lane change is an optional feature. Automated lane change is an optional feature. Automated lane change is an optional feature.
Change lanes by tapping turn signal.
Automated parking system, remoteCar enters and exits parking spaces and garages without a driver in the car. Controlled by key fob or remote app.           Automated parking system, remote is an optional feature. Automated parking system, remote is an optional feature. Automated parking system, remote is an optional feature.
Car enters and exits parking spaces and garages without a driver in the car. Controlled by key fob or remote app.
Autonomous driving (once fully developed)Tell the car where to go and it does the rest. Subject to future system validation and regulatory approval.           Autonomous driving (once fully developed) is an optional feature. Autonomous driving (once fully developed) is an optional feature. Autonomous driving (once fully developed) is an optional feature.
Tell the car where to go and it does the rest. Subject to future system validation and regulatory approval.
Cruise control       Cruise control is a standard feature.      
Heated steering wheel Heated steering wheel is an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is a standard feature.
Park seek (once fully developed)The car autonomously searches for a parking spot before parking itself. Subject to future system validation and regulatory approval.           Park seek (once fully developed) is an optional feature. Park seek (once fully developed) is an optional feature. Park seek (once fully developed) is an optional feature.
The car autonomously searches for a parking spot before parking itself. Subject to future system validation and regulatory approval.
Power charge port door         Power charge port door is a standard feature. Power charge port door is a standard feature. Power charge port door is a standard feature.
Power door closersPulls door tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.         Power door closers is an optional feature.      
Pulls door tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.   Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power liftgateLiftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.           Power liftgate is a standard feature. Power liftgate is a standard feature. Power liftgate is a standard feature.
Liftgate can be opened and closed using buttons inside the vehicle and on the keyfob.
Power locks Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature.
Power rear side windows Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature.
Proximity keyEnter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.   Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is a standard feature. Proximity key is a standard feature. Proximity key is a standard feature.
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.
Remote appCheck on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee.           Remote app is a standard feature. Remote app is a standard feature. Remote app is a standard feature.
Check on car and remotely control various functions (remote start, locks, lights, and/or HVAC) from a telephone or computer. Can require a monthly fee.
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Remote window/roof operationOperate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature.      
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.
Semi-automated parking systemAutomatically steers the vehicle into a parking space. Driver operates the transmission, and sometimes also the brake and accelerator.           Semi-automated parking system is an optional feature. Semi-automated parking system is an optional feature. Semi-automated parking system is an optional feature.
Automatically steers the vehicle into a parking space. Driver operates the transmission, and sometimes also the brake and accelerator.
Semi-autonomous drivingThe car steers itself with no requirement that the driver keep a hand on the steering wheel. Can require that the driver take over at any time.           Semi-autonomous driving is an optional feature. Semi-autonomous driving is an optional feature. Semi-autonomous driving is an optional feature.
The car steers itself with no requirement that the driver keep a hand on the steering wheel. Can require that the driver take over at any time.
Sunshade, rear, powerGreatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.   Sunshade, rear, power is an optional feature. Sunshade, rear, power is an optional feature. Sunshade, rear, power is an optional feature. Sunshade, rear, power is an optional feature.      
Greatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.
Sunshades, second rowGreatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.   Sunshades, second row is an optional feature. Sunshades, second row is an optional feature. Sunshades, second row is an optional feature. Sunshades, second row is an optional feature.      
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature.
Tool kit Tool kit is a standard feature. Tool kit is a standard feature. Tool kit is a standard feature. Tool kit is a standard feature.      
Universal garage door openerHomelink.   Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature.
Homelink.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.   4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature.
Rear disc brakes.
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seatsIf active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.   Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is an optional feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is an optional feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is an optional feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is an optional feature.      
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.   Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Automatic braking, high-speed or partialIf collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking.           Automatic braking, high-speed or partial is a standard feature. Automatic braking, high-speed or partial is a standard feature. Automatic braking, high-speed or partial is a standard feature.
If collision detection system senses imminent collision, applies moderate braking.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.   Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature.      
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
Forward collision warningAlerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly.           Forward collision warning is a standard feature. Forward collision warning is a standard feature. Forward collision warning is a standard feature.
Alerts driver when approaching the preceding car too quickly.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.   Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Hill start assistApplies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.   Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature.      
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.
Knee airbag, driver         Knee airbag, driver is a standard feature. Knee airbag, driver is a standard feature. Knee airbag, driver is a standard feature.
Knee airbag, passenger         Knee airbag, passenger is a standard feature. Knee airbag, passenger is a standard feature. Knee airbag, passenger is a standard feature.
Lane departure warningAlerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.   Lane departure warning is an optional feature. Lane departure warning is an optional feature. Lane departure warning is an optional feature.   Lane departure warning is a standard feature. Lane departure warning is a standard feature. Lane departure warning is a standard feature.
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.
Night visionCreates infrared-based image of the road ahead.   Night vision is an optional feature. Night vision is an optional feature. Night vision is an optional feature.        
Creates infrared-based image of the road ahead.
Obstacle detection, frontBeeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.   Obstacle detection, front is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, front is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, front is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, front is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, front is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, front is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, front is a standard feature.
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.
Obstacle detection, rearBeeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.   Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature.
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Performance braking system (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.         Performance braking system (optional) is a standard feature.      
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Rear side airbagsTorso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.   Rear side airbags is an optional feature. Rear side airbags is an optional feature. Rear side airbags is an optional feature. Rear side airbags is an optional feature.      
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.
Rearview cameraRearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.           Rearview camera is a standard feature. Rearview camera is a standard feature. Rearview camera is a standard feature.
Rearview camera connected to display screen on the instrument panel. Often requires navigation system.
Rollover sensorDeploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.           Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature. Rollover sensor is a standard feature.
Deploys extended duration side curtain airbags when the vehicle rolls over. Usually included on tall vehicles. Rare on others.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.   Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).   Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature.
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Temporary spare tire Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature.        
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.   Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Tires, run-flatCan be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare tire.   Tires, run-flat is an optional feature. Tires, run-flat is an optional feature. Tires, run-flat is an optional feature.        
Can be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare tire.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.   Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Cargo Management  
Air-conditioned storage compartment Air-conditioned storage compartment is a standard feature. Air-conditioned storage compartment is a standard feature. Air-conditioned storage compartment is a standard feature. Air-conditioned storage compartment is a standard feature.      
Cargo cover         Cargo cover is a standard feature. Cargo cover is a standard feature. Cargo cover is a standard feature.
Cargo mat         Cargo mat is a standard feature. Cargo mat is a standard feature. Cargo mat is a standard feature.
Cargo net         Cargo net is a standard feature. Cargo net is a standard feature. Cargo net is a standard feature.
Console with shifter Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature.      
Console without shifter         Console without shifter is a standard feature. Console without shifter is a standard feature. Console without shifter is a standard feature.
Rear seat pass-throughUsually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.   Rear seat pass-through is an optional feature. Rear seat pass-through is an optional feature. Rear seat pass-through is an optional feature. Rear seat pass-through is an optional feature.      
Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.
Ski sackSack attached to rear seat pass-through. Keeps dirty skis from messing up the interior.   Ski sack is an optional feature. Ski sack is an optional feature. Ski sack is an optional feature. Ski sack is an optional feature.      
Sack attached to rear seat pass-through. Keeps dirty skis from messing up the interior.
Storage beneath cargo floorLarge storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.           Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature. Storage beneath cargo floor is a standard feature.
Large storage area beneath the load floor, often compartmentalized.
Climate Control  
Air conditioning Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature.
Automatic air recirculationAutomatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.   Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature.      
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.
Automatic climate control, frontMaintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature.
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Dual-zone climate controlTemperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature.
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Heated windshield washer nozzles       Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature. Heated windshield washer nozzles is an optional feature. Heated windshield washer nozzles is an optional feature. Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature.
HEPA interior air filterHighly effective interior air filter.           HEPA interior air filter is an optional feature. HEPA interior air filter is an optional feature. HEPA interior air filter is a standard feature.
Highly effective interior air filter.
Interior air filterFilters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.   Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature.      
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Ionizing air filtrationIonizes air to clean it. Might create high levels of ozone.           Ionizing air filtration is a standard feature. Ionizing air filtration is a standard feature. Ionizing air filtration is a standard feature.
Ionizes air to clean it. Might create high levels of ozone.
Rain-sensing wipersWipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.   Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature.
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.
Rear air ventsVents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.           Rear air vents is a standard feature. Rear air vents is a standard feature. Rear air vents is a standard feature.
Vents at aft end of center console, in B-pillars, and/or in ceiling.
Rear air vents with manual controlsFan speed and/or temperature can be manually set for vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Includes value of rear vents.   Rear air vents with manual controls is a standard feature. Rear air vents with manual controls is a standard feature. Rear air vents with manual controls is a standard feature. Rear air vents with manual controls is a standard feature.      
Fan speed and/or temperature can be manually set for vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Includes value of rear vents.
Rear defrost Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature.
Rear heat ductsDucts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.   Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature.      
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Residual heatProvides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off.   Residual heat is a standard feature. Residual heat is a standard feature. Residual heat is a standard feature. Residual heat is a standard feature.      
Provides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off.
Wiper de-icerHeating elements defrost area where front wipers rest.           Wiper de-icer is an optional feature. Wiper de-icer is an optional feature. Wiper de-icer is a standard feature.
Heating elements defrost area where front wipers rest.
Drivetrain  
Limited-slip rear differentialWhen one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.         Limited-slip rear differential is a standard feature.      
When one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.
Engine / Motor  
10 kW onboard chargerTriple level charger, fastest charge times with 220V source.            10 kW onboard charger is a standard feature. 10 kW onboard charger is a standard feature. 10 kW onboard charger is a standard feature.
Triple level charger, fastest charge times with 220V source.
100 kWh battery pack           100 kWh battery pack is a standard feature. 100 kWh battery pack is a standard feature.
400 kWh a year of DC charging credits         400 kWh a year of DC charging credits is a standard feature. 400 kWh a year of DC charging credits is a standard feature. 400 kWh a year of DC charging credits is a standard feature.
75 kWh battery pack         75 kWh battery pack is a standard feature.    
DC quick-charging capabilityAllows for quick charging to 80 percent capacity at 440V charging stations. Using such chargers frequently might degrade the battery.           DC quick-charging capability is a standard feature. DC quick-charging capability is a standard feature. DC quick-charging capability is a standard feature.
Allows for quick charging to 80 percent capacity at 440V charging stations. Using such chargers frequently might degrade the battery.
High amperage chargerIncreases charge rate when using an upgraded at-home charger.             High amperage charger is a standard feature. High amperage charger is a standard feature.
Increases charge rate when using an upgraded at-home charger.
Exterior  
Body kitSide skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.       Body kit is an optional feature. Body kit is a standard feature.      
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.   Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.      
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Carbon fiber rear spoiler             Carbon fiber rear spoiler is an optional feature.
Glass roof panel(s)One or more glass panels in the roof that cannot be opened or removed.           Glass roof panel(s) is a standard feature. Glass roof panel(s) is a standard feature. Glass roof panel(s) is a standard feature.
One or more glass panels in the roof that cannot be opened or removed.
Metallic paint (extra cost)         Metallic paint (extra cost) is an optional feature. Metallic paint (extra cost) is an optional feature. Metallic paint (extra cost) is an optional feature.
Paint, special red         Paint, special red is an optional feature. Paint, special red is an optional feature. Paint, special red is an optional feature.
Paint, special white         Paint, special white is an optional feature. Paint, special white is an optional feature. Paint, special white is an optional feature.
Painted brake calipers (optional)             Painted brake calipers (optional) is a standard feature.
Panoramic sunroofFront glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof.           Panoramic sunroof is an optional feature. Panoramic sunroof is an optional feature. Panoramic sunroof is an optional feature.
Front glass panel retracts over a fixed glass roof panel. Entire unit covers nearly the entire roof.
Rear spoilerCan be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.         Rear spoiler is an optional feature.      
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Special exterior trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Special exterior trim is an optional feature. Special exterior trim is an optional feature. Special exterior trim is an optional feature.        
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Sunroof Sunroof is a standard feature. Sunroof is a standard feature. Sunroof is a standard feature. Sunroof is a standard feature.      
Gas Guzzler Tax  
-7500         -7500 is a standard feature. -7500 is a standard feature. -7500 is a standard feature.
3000       3000 is a standard feature.      
3700       3700 is an optional feature.      
Infotainment  
4G LTE connectivityHigher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period.           4G LTE connectivity is a standard feature. 4G LTE connectivity is a standard feature. 4G LTE connectivity is a standard feature.
Higher speed Internet connection. Monthly fee after trial period.
App supportTouchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years.            App support is a standard feature. App support is a standard feature. App support is a standard feature.
Touchscreen and/or voice control over apps that can include online search, Facebook, Twitter, Pandora, OpenTable, and MovieTickets.com. Requires connected compatible phone. Fees may apply after first three years.
Audio controls on steering wheel Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.   Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature.      
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Bluetooth audio streamingUses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone.           Bluetooth audio streaming is a standard feature. Bluetooth audio streaming is a standard feature. Bluetooth audio streaming is a standard feature.
Uses Bluetooth rather than a cable to integrate audio device. Requires compatible audio device and/or phone.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.   Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature.
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD changer, remoteCD changer in the glove compartment, trunk, or cargo area, beyond easy reach. Can be in addition to an in-dash CD player.         CD changer, remote is a standard feature.      
CD changer in the glove compartment, trunk, or cargo area, beyond easy reach. Can be in addition to an in-dash CD player.
CD player CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature.      
Center stack smartphone cradle             Center stack smartphone cradle is a standard feature.
HD radioHigh-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.   HD radio is an optional feature. HD radio is an optional feature. HD radio is an optional feature. HD radio is an optional feature. HD radio is a standard feature. HD radio is a standard feature. HD radio is a standard feature.
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.
In-vehicle InternetConnects car to the Internet to update systems, download information, and/or browse. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee.           In-vehicle Internet is a standard feature. In-vehicle Internet is a standard feature. In-vehicle Internet is a standard feature.
Connects car to the Internet to update systems, download information, and/or browse. Includes internal modem, usually requires car-specific broadband service with monthly fee.
iPod integrationIntegrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port.   iPod integration is an optional feature. iPod integration is an optional feature. iPod integration is an optional feature. iPod integration is an optional feature.      
Integrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port.
Navigation map updates, seven years         Navigation map updates, seven years is a standard feature. Navigation map updates, seven years is a standard feature. Navigation map updates, seven years is a standard feature.
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.   Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is a standard feature. Navigation system is a standard feature. Navigation system is a standard feature. Navigation system is a standard feature.
Screen-based navigation system.
Range alertAlerts driver when the car is moving out of range of any quick charging station.           Range alert is a standard feature. Range alert is a standard feature. Range alert is a standard feature.
Alerts driver when the car is moving out of range of any quick charging station.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.           Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature.
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
Satellite radio - one year subscriptionXM or Sirius with one-year subscription.   Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature. Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature. Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature. Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature.      
XM or Sirius with one-year subscription.
Surround sound Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is a standard feature. Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is a standard feature.
Telematics service, such as OnStarIn-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.   Telematics service, such as OnStar is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is a standard feature.      
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.
Traffic informationInformation about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.   Traffic information is an optional feature. Traffic information is an optional feature. Traffic information is an optional feature. Traffic information is a standard feature.      
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.
USB portOften permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.           USB port is a standard feature. USB port is a standard feature. USB port is a standard feature.
Often permits an iPod or phone to be integrated into the vehicle's entertainment system and controls.
Voice control for nav and audioSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.   Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is a standard feature. Voice control for nav and audio is a standard feature. Voice control for nav and audio is a standard feature. Voice control for nav and audio is a standard feature.
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Auto-dimming driver-side mirrorDriver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is a standard feature.
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming headlightsHigh beams automatically turned on and off.   Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature. Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature. Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature. Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature. Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature. Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature. Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature.
High beams automatically turned on and off.
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirrorPassenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is a standard feature.
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature.
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Automatic headlightsHeadlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.   Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature.
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
CompassWe haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.   Compass is an optional feature. Compass is an optional feature. Compass is an optional feature. Compass is a standard feature.      
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Cornering lightsLights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned.           Cornering lights is a standard feature. Cornering lights is a standard feature. Cornering lights is a standard feature.
Lights illuminate area just ahead and to the side of the vehicle when the turn signals are used or the steering wheel is turned.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.   Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Head-up display (HUD)Projects various instrument readouts onto the windshield. Image actually appears to be floating over the nose of the car. Enables driver to keep eyes on the road.   Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature. Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature. Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature. Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature.      
Projects various instrument readouts onto the windshield. Image actually appears to be floating over the nose of the car. Enables driver to keep eyes on the road.
Headlight washers Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is a standard feature.      
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.   Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature.
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.      
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.      
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Interior ambient lightingLEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.   Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature.
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster displayThe information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches.           Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display is a standard feature. Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display is a standard feature. Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display is a standard feature.
The information displayed by the instruments can be customized. Color display(s) of at least 20 square inches.
Large energy flow and fuel economy displayStandard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.           Large energy flow and fuel economy display is a standard feature. Large energy flow and fuel economy display is a standard feature. Large energy flow and fuel economy display is a standard feature.
Standard or optional in some hybrid vehicles. Fancy display of power flows, enhanced trip computer information.
LED headlightsLED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types.           LED headlights is a standard feature. LED headlights is a standard feature. LED headlights is a standard feature.
LED headlights last longer and use less energy than other types.
LED tail lightsOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.           LED tail lights is a standard feature. LED tail lights is a standard feature. LED tail lights is a standard feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.   Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature.
Front row reading lights.
Mirror tilt-down in reverseOne or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.   Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature.
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.
Outside temperature display Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature.
Perimeter approach lightingArea around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.   Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature.
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.   Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
Power-folding mirrorsMirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.   Power-folding mirrors is an optional feature. Power-folding mirrors is an optional feature. Power-folding mirrors is a standard feature. Power-folding mirrors is a standard feature. Power-folding mirrors is a standard feature. Power-folding mirrors is a standard feature. Power-folding mirrors is a standard feature.
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.
Rear reading lights         Rear reading lights is a standard feature. Rear reading lights is a standard feature. Rear reading lights is a standard feature.
Speed limit informationDisplays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability.           Speed limit information is a standard feature. Speed limit information is a standard feature. Speed limit information is a standard feature.
Displays the current speed limit. Included with nav on an increasing number of cars. No feature value here because incomplete info on availability.
Steering-linked headlightsHeadlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.   Steering-linked headlights is an optional feature. Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature. Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature.   Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature. Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature. Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature.
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.
TachometerReports engine speed.   Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature.      
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.   Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature.
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Turn signals on or near mirrors Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature.
Visor mirror, driver         Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.
Visor mirror, passenger         Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.
Xenon HID headlightsProvide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.   Xenon HID headlights is an optional feature. Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature. Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature. Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature.      
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.
Seats and Interior Trim  
Front buckets              
Front sport buckets Front sport buckets is an optional feature. Front sport buckets is an optional feature. Front sport buckets is an optional feature. Front sport buckets is a standard feature. Front sport buckets is a standard feature. Front sport buckets is a standard feature. Front sport buckets is a standard feature.
Second-row 3-person bench Second-row 3-person bench is a standard feature. Second-row 3-person bench is a standard feature. Second-row 3-person bench is a standard feature. Second-row 3-person bench is a standard feature.      
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is an optional feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is an optional feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is an optional feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is an optional feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is a standard feature.
Third-row 2-person bench         Third-row 2-person bench is an optional feature. Third-row 2-person bench is an optional feature. Third-row 2-person bench is an optional feature.
Aluminum trimReal aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.         Aluminum trim is a standard feature.      
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.
Automatic seat bolsters, driverThe outside seatback bolster automatically firms up in hard turns.         Automatic seat bolsters, driver is an optional feature.      
The outside seatback bolster automatically firms up in hard turns.
Automatic seat bolsters, front passengerThe outside seatback bolster automatically firms up in hard turns.         Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger is an optional feature.      
The outside seatback bolster automatically firms up in hard turns.
Carbon fiber trimWon't be listed in conjunction with wood or aluminum trim even if they are available together.           Carbon fiber trim is an optional feature. Carbon fiber trim is an optional feature. Carbon fiber trim is an optional feature.
Won't be listed in conjunction with wood or aluminum trim even if they are available together.
Center armrest(s), front row Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature.
Center armrest(s), second row Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature.      
Cooled or ventilated front seats       Cooled or ventilated front seats is an optional feature.      
Dark-colored headliner (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.           Dark-colored headliner (optional) is an optional feature. Dark-colored headliner (optional) is an optional feature. Dark-colored headliner (optional) is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Door sill trim plates Door sill trim plates is a standard feature. Door sill trim plates is a standard feature. Door sill trim plates is a standard feature. Door sill trim plates is a standard feature. Door sill trim plates is a standard feature. Door sill trim plates is a standard feature. Door sill trim plates is a standard feature.
Floor mats Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature.
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.   Folding second row seats is an optional feature. Folding second row seats is an optional feature. Folding second row seats is an optional feature. Folding second row seats is an optional feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Folding third row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.           Folding third row seats is an optional feature. Folding third row seats is an optional feature. Folding third row seats is an optional feature.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature.
Heated second row seats Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is a standard feature.
Leather door panel trim Leather door panel trim is an optional feature. Leather door panel trim is an optional feature. Leather door panel trim is a standard feature. Leather door panel trim is a standard feature.      
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.   Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.      
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.      
Memory system, driver seat Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature.
Memory system, passenger seat Memory system, passenger seat is an optional feature. Memory system, passenger seat is an optional feature. Memory system, passenger seat is an optional feature.        
Metal pedals             Metal pedals is a standard feature.
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.   Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.   Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.      
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.      
Power height adjuster, driver seat Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power height adjuster, passenger seat Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power recliner, driver seat Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power recliner, passenger seat Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power seatback bolsters, driver seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.   Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is an optional feature.        
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.   Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is an optional feature.        
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.
Power thigh bolsters, driver seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns.         Power thigh bolsters, driver seat is a standard feature.      
Power adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns.
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns.         Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat is a standard feature.      
Power adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns.
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.   Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature.        
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seatPower-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.   Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature.        
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seatThe upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part.   Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat is an optional feature.      
The upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part.
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seatThe upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part; especially useful when the seat is heavily reclined, to better support the upper back.   Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature.      
The upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part; especially useful when the seat is heavily reclined, to better support the upper back.
Rear-facing third row seatsSeat faces rearward.           Rear-facing third row seats is an optional feature. Rear-facing third row seats is an optional feature. Rear-facing third row seats is an optional feature.
Seat faces rearward.
Synthetic leather seating surfacesA.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe.   Synthetic leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Synthetic leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.     Synthetic leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Synthetic leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Synthetic leather seating surfaces is an optional feature.
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe.
Synthetic suede headlinerUsually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars.         Synthetic suede headliner is an optional feature. Synthetic suede headliner is an optional feature. Synthetic suede headliner is an optional feature. Synthetic suede headliner is an optional feature.
Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars.
Upholstered instrument panel         Upholstered instrument panel is a standard feature. Upholstered instrument panel is a standard feature. Upholstered instrument panel is a standard feature.
Upholstered instrument panel, leather       Upholstered instrument panel, leather is an optional feature.      
Wood trimReal wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.   Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is an optional feature. Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is a standard feature.
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
Active stabilizer barsMotors joining the left and right halves of the stabilizer bars twist them to further reduce roll in turns and disengages them to improve ride quality when not turning.   Active stabilizer bars is an optional feature. Active stabilizer bars is an optional feature. Active stabilizer bars is an optional feature.        
Motors joining the left and right halves of the stabilizer bars twist them to further reduce roll in turns and disengages them to improve ride quality when not turning.
Active steeringThe steering ratio is automatically varied based on vehicle speed and other factors.   Active steering is an optional feature. Active steering is an optional feature. Active steering is an optional feature.        
The steering ratio is automatically varied based on vehicle speed and other factors.
Adaptive dampers - electricalShocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.         Adaptive dampers - electrical is a standard feature.      
Shocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustableAir springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height.           Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable is a standard feature. Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable is a standard feature. Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable is a standard feature.
Air springs automatically level the vehicle and enable manual adjustment of ride height.
Alloy wheels       Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature. Alloy wheels is a standard feature.
Alloy wheels, optional designSame value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models.   Alloy wheels, optional design is an optional feature. Alloy wheels, optional design is an optional feature. Alloy wheels, optional design is an optional feature.        
Same value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models.
Electronic systems calibration selectorVaries throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration.           Electronic systems calibration selector is a standard feature. Electronic systems calibration selector is a standard feature. Electronic systems calibration selector is a standard feature.
Varies throttle, steering, ABS, and/or stability control calibration.
Sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Sport suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature. Sport suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature. Sport suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature.        
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.         Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) is a standard feature.      
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Wheels, dark finish         Wheels, dark finish is an optional feature. Wheels, dark finish is an optional feature. Wheels, dark finish is an optional feature.
Transmission  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controlsPaddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.     Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is an optional feature. Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is an optional feature.        
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.

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Option Package Contents

Cold Weather Package

Features
Heated steering wheel
Headlight washers

Premium Tier

Features
Leather door panel trim
Leather seating surfaces
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Universal garage door opener
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror

Multicontour seats

Features
Memory system, passenger seat
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Front sport buckets

Executive Tier

Features
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Special exterior trim
Front sport buckets

Cold Weather Package

Features
Heated steering wheel
Headlight washers

Premium Tier

Features
Leather door panel trim
Leather seating surfaces
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Universal garage door opener
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror

Multicontour seats

Features
Memory system, passenger seat
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Front sport buckets

Executive Tier

Features
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Special exterior trim
Front sport buckets

Individual Composition

Features
Body kit
245/35ZR19 tires
275/30ZR19 tires

Cold Weather Package

Features
Heated steering wheel
Headlight washers

Multicontour seats

Features
Memory system, passenger seat
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Front sport buckets

M Multi-Function Sport Seats

Features
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats
Automatic seat bolsters, driver
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat

Premium Upgrades Package

Features
Satellite radio
Surround sound
HEPA interior air filter

Enhanced Autopilot

Features
Auto-dimming headlights
Semi-automated parking system
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware
Automated lane change
Automated parking system, remote
Semi-autonomous driving

Full Self-Driving Capability

Features
Park seek (once fully developed)
Autonomous driving (once fully developed)

Subzero Weather Package

Features
Heated second row seats
Heated steering wheel
Wiper de-icer
Heated windshield washer nozzles

Premium interior

Features
Synthetic leather seating surfaces
Synthetic suede headliner

Premium Upgrades Package

Features
Satellite radio
Surround sound
HEPA interior air filter

Enhanced Autopilot

Features
Auto-dimming headlights
Semi-automated parking system
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware
Automated lane change
Automated parking system, remote
Semi-autonomous driving

Full Self-Driving Capability

Features
Park seek (once fully developed)
Autonomous driving (once fully developed)

Subzero Weather Package

Features
Heated second row seats
Heated steering wheel
Wiper de-icer
Heated windshield washer nozzles

Premium interior

Features
Synthetic leather seating surfaces
Synthetic suede headliner

Enhanced Autopilot

Features
Auto-dimming headlights
Semi-automated parking system
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware
Automated lane change
Automated parking system, remote
Semi-autonomous driving

Full Self-Driving Capability

Features
Park seek (once fully developed)
Autonomous driving (once fully developed)

Premium interior

Features
Synthetic leather seating surfaces
Synthetic suede headliner
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2008 BMW 5-Series

2008 BMW 5-Series Available Features: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 I-Drive and voice/nav system are first-rate. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 The hands free phone system is wonderful. My blackberry integrates seamlessly through bluetooth. My ipod integrates seamlessly as well. Phone lists and playlists from the devices all show up on the iDrive system. The auto climate system is excellent. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 Many more than the 3-series. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 BMW 5-Series Available Features: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD		 The "iDrive" computer controls are a little confusing and difficult to use, but not a big deal. see full BMW 5-Series review
 

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