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BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI 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 Golf / GTI Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $30,515 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | ||||
| Difference: $21,935 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,327 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | ||||
| Difference: $19,133 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2014 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $45,050 | $50,100 | $60,200 | $25,095 |
| Base Invoice | $41,645 | $46,290 | $55,585 | $24,091 |
| Navigation system | 1,900 | 1,900 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 900 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | 475 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | 400 | 400 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | 350 | |
| Driver's Edition | 4,600 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,730 | 1,730 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 820 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | 430 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | 365 | 365 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,320 | 1,320 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | 320 | |
| Driver's Edition | 4,416 | |||
| Options (change) | 6,525 | 5,625 | 1,725 | 4,600 |
| Options (change) | 5,940 | 5,120 | 1,570 | 4,416 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 820 |
| Total Price | $52,450 | $56,600 | $62,800 | $30,515 |
| Total Invoice | $48,460 | $52,285 | $58,030 | $29,327 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $18,705 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $16,149 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2014 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 240hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 400hp V8 | 200hp 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 | ?, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $52,450 | $56,600 | $62,800 | $30,515 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,230 | -3,230 | -4,230 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $49,220 | $53,370 | $58,570 | $30,515 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,150 | $9,350 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $48,460 | $52,285 | $58,030 | $29,327 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,984 | -2,984 | -3,909 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $45,476 | $49,301 | $54,121 | $29,327 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,825 | $8,645 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2014 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| 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 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| 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 wiper | $175 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |||
| Infotainment | ||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| 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 tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $4,805 | $4,805 | $5,805 | $1,575 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,230 | $3,230 | $4,230 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,984 | -2,984 | -3,909 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2011 | 2014 |
| Model | 5-Series | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 101.5 in |
| Length | 193.1 in | 165.4 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 70.3 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 58.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,815 lb. | 2,969 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.5 in | 39.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 54.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.3 in | 38.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.2 in | 52.8 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.1 in | 35.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.4 | 46.0 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 140 | 19% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI
| Driver's Edition | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3050 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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