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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: $35,920 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn | |||||
| Difference: $25,975 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $34,517 Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn | |||||
| Difference: $23,708 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | 540d | M550i | GTI Autobahn |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Base Price | $52,400 | $57,700 | $62,000 | $73,400 | $35,070 |
| Base Invoice | $49,410 | $54,340 | $58,340 | $68,940 | $33,667 |
| Driving Assistance Package | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | 1,700 | |
| Lighting Package | 1,050 | 1,050 | 1,050 | ||
| Premium Tier | 2,300 | 2,300 | 2,300 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | 700 | 700 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||||
| Driving Assistance Package | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,565 | 1,565 | |
| Lighting Package | 965 | 965 | 965 | ||
| Premium Tier | 2,115 | 2,115 | 2,115 | ||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | 505 | 505 | ||
| Temporary spare tire | 140 | 140 | 140 | 140 | |
| Apple CarPlay support | 275 | 275 | 275 | 275 | |
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 920 | 645 | 645 | ||
| Wood trim | 0 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||||
| Options (change) | 8,500 | 6,750 | 6,750 | 2,650 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 7,820 | 6,210 | 6,210 | 2,435 | 0 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 850 |
| Total Price | $61,895 | $65,445 | $69,745 | $77,045 | $35,920 |
| Total Invoice | $58,225 | $61,545 | $65,545 | $72,370 | $34,517 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Golf / GTI GTI Autobahn | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $21,895 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $19,870 | |||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | 540d | M550i | GTI Autobahn |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Engine | 248hp I4 | 335hp I6 | 261hp I6 D | 456hp V8 | 220hp I4 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 600, 16 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/40-19 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $61,895 | $65,445 | $69,745 | $77,045 | $35,920 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,080 | -4,080 | -6,030 | -7,580 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $57,815 | $61,365 | $63,715 | $69,465 | $35,920 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,550 | $5,900 | $11,650 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $58,225 | $61,545 | $65,545 | $72,370 | $34,517 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,838 | -3,837 | -5,667 | -7,120 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $54,387 | $57,708 | $59,878 | $65,250 | $34,517 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,321 | $5,491 | $10,863 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Golf / GTI |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | 540d | M550i | GTI Autobahn |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |
| 6-speed manual | $150 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||
| FWD | $0 | ||||
| Accessories | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $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 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Limited-slip front differential | $500 | ||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | ||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | |||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | |
| Sunroof, large | $1100 | ||||
| Infotainment | |||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Gesture control system | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Larger infotainment display | $0 | ||||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | ||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | ||||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Compass | $0 | ||||
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Illuminated door sill trim plates | $200 | ||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | ||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | ||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $8,280 | $8,280 | $10,230 | $11,780 | $4,200 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,080 | $4,080 | $6,030 | $7,580 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,838 | -3,837 | -5,667 | -7,120 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI
| Model Year | 2018 | 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 | 3,747 lb. | 2,946 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 530i
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 46% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 27% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 73% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540i
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 46% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 27% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 73% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540d
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 46% |
| Lighting Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| LED headlights | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 250 | 56% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 44% |
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | No |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 450 | 27% |
| Total Not Requested | 1200 | 73% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series M550i
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | 100 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure warning | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 54% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 46% |
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