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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: $27,605 Volkswagen Beetle SE | |||||||
| Difference: $24,272 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $26,243 Volkswagen Beetle SE | |||||||
| Difference: $22,389 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Beetle |
| Trim | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | 540d | M550i | M5 | SE |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $52,400 | $52,400 | $57,700 | $62,000 | $73,400 | $102,600 | $24,020 |
| Base Invoice | $49,410 | $49,410 | $54,340 | $58,340 | $68,940 | $96,100 | $23,058 |
| Premium Tier | 2,300 | 2,300 | 2,300 | 2,300 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | |||
| Apple CarPlay support | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||||
| Sunroof | 0 | ||||||
| Premium Package | 2,500 | ||||||
| Floor mats | 235 | ||||||
| Premium Tier | 2,115 | 2,115 | 2,115 | 2,115 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | 505 | 505 | 505 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 140 | 140 | 140 | 140 | |||
| Apple CarPlay support | 275 | 275 | 275 | 275 | 275 | 275 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||||
| Sunroof | 0 | ||||||
| Premium Package | 2,150 | ||||||
| Floor mats | 185 | ||||||
| Options (change) | 3,300 | 3,150 | 3,300 | 3,300 | 950 | 300 | 2,735 |
| Options (change) | 3,035 | 2,895 | 3,035 | 3,035 | 870 | 275 | 2,335 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 850 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | -4,668 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,000 | 0 |
| Total Price | $56,695 | $51,877 | $61,995 | $66,295 | $75,345 | $104,895 | $27,605 |
| Total Invoice | $53,440 | $48,632 | $58,370 | $62,370 | $70,805 | $98,370 | $26,243 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Beetle SE | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $19,652 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,058 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Beetle |
| Trim | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | 540d | M550i | M5 | SE |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch |
| Engine | 248hp I4 | 180hp I4 PiH | 335hp I6 | 261hp I6 D | 456hp V8 | 600hp V8 | 174hp I4 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | 4WD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/40-19 | 275/40-19 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $56,695 | $51,877 | $61,995 | $66,295 | $75,345 | $104,895 | $27,605 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,845 | -4,620 | -5,995 | -7,945 | -10,445 | -12,295 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $51,850 | $47,257 | $56,000 | $58,350 | $64,900 | $92,600 | $27,605 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $4,593 | $0 | $8,743 | $11,093 | $17,643 | $45,343 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $53,440 | $48,632 | $58,370 | $62,370 | $70,805 | $98,370 | $26,243 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,567 | -4,331 | -5,644 | -7,475 | -9,816 | -11,530 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $48,873 | $44,301 | $52,726 | $54,895 | $60,989 | $86,840 | $26,243 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $4,572 | $0 | $8,425 | $10,594 | $16,688 | $42,539 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Beetle |
| Trim | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | 540d | M550i | M5 | SE |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||||
| 4WD | $1700 | ||||||
| FWD | $0 | ||||||
| Accessories | |||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | ||||||
| Power rear side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||||||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | ||||||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | ||||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||||||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo cover | $75 | ||||||
| Cargo mat | $40 | ||||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Drivetrain | |||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| 3.5 kW onboard charger | $0 | ||||||
| 9 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Gesture control system | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | ||||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | ||||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | ||||||
| Illuminated visor mirror, driver | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Illuminated visor mirror, passenger | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | ||||||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | |||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Visor mirror, driver | $10 | ||||||
| Visor mirror, passenger | $10 | ||||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Center armrest(s), second row | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | ||||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options | $0 | ||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,255 | $8,030 | $9,405 | $11,355 | $13,855 | $15,705 | $3,410 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,845 | $4,620 | $5,995 | $7,945 | $10,445 | $12,295 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,567 | -4,331 | -5,644 | -7,475 | -9,816 | -11,530 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Beetle
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 5-Series | Beetle |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 100.0 in |
| Length | 194.6 in | 168.4 in |
| Width | 73.5 in | 71.2 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,747 lb. | 3,013 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 39.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 55.3 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.3 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 49.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.5 in | 31.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.7 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.7 | 29.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530i
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 48% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530e iPerformance
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 48% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540i
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 48% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540d
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 800 | 48% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Beetle SE
| Floor mats | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Floor mats | 75 | Yes |
| Cargo mat | 40 | No |
| Total Requested | 75 | 65% |
| Total Not Requested | 40 | 35% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 235/45HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Cornering lights | 50 | Yes |
| LED tail lights | 0 | No |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 75 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1750 | 70% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 30% |
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