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BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Beetle 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. Volkswagen Beetle Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $32,270 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line SEL | ||||
| Difference: $21,780 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $31,013 Volkswagen Beetle R-Line SEL | ||||
| Difference: $18,907 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2016 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Beetle |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | R-Line SEL |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $45,050 | $50,100 | $60,200 | $31,450 |
| Base Invoice | $41,645 | $46,290 | $55,585 | $30,193 |
| Premium Package | 1,800 | 1,800 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,900 | 1,900 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 900 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | 475 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | 400 | 400 | |
| App support | 250 | 250 | 250 | |
| Proximity key | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | 350 | |
| Rearview camera | 400 | |||
| Premium Package | 1,640 | 1,640 | ||
| Navigation system | 1,730 | 1,730 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 820 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | 430 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | 365 | 365 | |
| App support | 230 | 230 | 230 | |
| Proximity key | 910 | 910 | 910 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | 320 | |
| Rearview camera | 365 | |||
| Options (change) | 8,125 | 7,225 | 3,375 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 7,400 | 6,580 | 3,075 | 0 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 820 |
| Total Price | $54,050 | $58,200 | $64,450 | $32,270 |
| Total Invoice | $49,920 | $53,745 | $59,535 | $31,013 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Beetle R-Line SEL | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $18,595 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,965 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2016 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Beetle |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | R-Line SEL |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch |
| Engine | 240hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 400hp V8 | 210hp I4 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T8 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 235/40-19 |
| Total Price | $54,050 | $58,200 | $64,450 | $32,270 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,185 | -3,185 | -3,785 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $50,865 | $55,015 | $60,665 | $32,270 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,150 | $9,800 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $49,920 | $53,745 | $59,535 | $31,013 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,942 | -2,941 | -3,496 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $46,978 | $50,804 | $56,039 | $31,013 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,826 | $9,061 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2016 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Beetle |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | R-Line SEL |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | |||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | |||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Boost gauge | $75 | |||
| Chronometer | $100 | |||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | |||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $5,780 | $5,780 | $6,380 | $2,595 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,185 | $3,185 | $3,785 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,942 | -2,941 | -3,496 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2011 | 2016 |
| Model | 5-Series | Beetle |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 100.0 in |
| Length | 193.1 in | 168.4 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 71.2 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,815 lb. | 3,013 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.5 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.3 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.2 in | 49.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.1 in | 31.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.4 | 29.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 17% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | No |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 17% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
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