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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: $41,735 Volkswagen Golf / GTI R | ||
| Difference: $22,610 | ||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | 5-Series | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 540i | R |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $56,450 | $39,785 |
| Premium Package | 1,950 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | |
| Rearview camera | 400 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | 300 | |
| AWD | 2,300 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 1,100 | |
| Premium Package | 1,795 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 645 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | |
| Rearview camera | 370 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | 275 | |
| AWD | 2,140 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | 1,056 | |
| Options (change) | 6,900 | 1,100 |
| Options (change) | 6,365 | 1,056 |
| Destination | 995 | 850 |
| Total Price | $64,345 | $41,735 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI R | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $20,730 | ||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $56,865 | ||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | 5-Series | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 540i | R |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 335hp I6 | 292hp I4 |
| Transmission | T8 | S7 |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | 20/29 MPG | 22/29 MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 235/35-19 |
| Total Price | $64,345 | $41,735 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,880 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $62,465 | $41,735 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | 5-Series | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 540i | R |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | |
| 7-speed automated manual | $1200 | |
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 |
| Accessories | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |
| Cruise control | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||
| Backup collision intervention | $150 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | |
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | |
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | |
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | |
| Cargo Management | ||
| Cargo cover | $75 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |
| Climate Control | ||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | |
| Regenerative braking | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | |
| Body kit | $0 | |
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |
| Rear spoiler | $200 | |
| Sunroof | $900 | |
| Infotainment | ||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | |
| Larger infotainment display | $0 | |
| Media drive | $15 | |
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |
| Text dictation | $50 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | |
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | |
| Performance meter | $150 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,955 | $7,075 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $1,880 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,769 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2017 | 2018 |
| Model | 5-Series | Golf / GTI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 103.8 in |
| Length | 194.6 in | 167.6 in |
| Width | 73.5 in | 70.8 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 58.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,019 lb. | 3,373 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 38.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 53.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.5 in | 35.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.7 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.7 | 53.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | Yes |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 700 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 825 | 54% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Golf / GTI R
| 7-speed automated manual | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 7-speed automated manual | 0 | Yes |
| Launch control | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 100 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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