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BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $24,215 Volkswagen Jetta SEL | ||||||
| Difference: $29,980 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $23,277 Volkswagen Jetta SEL | ||||||
| Difference: $27,853 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | TDI | SEL | SEL Premium | GLI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $51,200 | $56,450 | $22,775 | $23,445 | $24,805 | $23,745 |
| Base Invoice | $48,295 | $53,180 | $21,864 | $22,507 | $23,813 | $22,795 |
| Temporary spare tire | 150 | 150 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | 700 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | ||||
| Proximity key | 650 | 650 | ||||
| Navigation Package | 1,130 | |||||
| Premium Package | 1,440 | |||||
| Autobahn Package | 2,050 | |||||
| Navigation system | 900 | |||||
| Temporary spare tire | 140 | 140 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 645 | 645 | ||||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | ||||
| Proximity key | 600 | 600 | ||||
| Navigation Package | 1,084 | |||||
| Premium Package | 1,382 | |||||
| Autobahn Package | 1,968 | |||||
| Navigation system | 864 | |||||
| Options (change) | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,570 | 0 | 0 | 2,950 |
| Options (change) | 1,840 | 1,840 | 2,466 | 0 | 0 | 2,832 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 770 | 770 | 770 | 770 |
| Total Price | $54,195 | $59,445 | $26,115 | $24,215 | $25,575 | $27,465 |
| Total Invoice | $51,130 | $56,015 | $25,100 | $23,277 | $24,583 | $26,397 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Jetta
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Jetta SEL | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $22,925 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $21,199 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | TDI | SEL | SEL Premium | GLI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 248hp I4 | 335hp I6 | 140hp I4 D | 170hp I5 | 170hp I5 | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | M6 | M5 | T6 | M6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 205/55-16 | 225/45-17 | 225/45-17 | 225/40-18 |
| Total Price | $54,195 | $59,445 | $26,115 | $24,215 | $25,575 | $27,465 |
| Adjustments for Features | -7,155 | -8,305 | 0 | -100 | -1,200 | -475 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $47,040 | $51,140 | $26,115 | $24,115 | $24,375 | $26,990 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,100 | $2,000 | $0 | $260 | $2,875 |
| Total Invoice | $51,130 | $56,015 | $25,100 | $23,277 | $24,583 | $26,397 |
| Adjustments for Features | -6,750 | -7,826 | 0 | -96 | -1,153 | -457 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,380 | $48,189 | $25,100 | $23,181 | $23,430 | $25,940 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,809 | $1,919 | $0 | $249 | $2,759 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Jetta
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta | Jetta |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | TDI | SEL | SEL Premium | GLI |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||||
| 5-speed manual | $0 | |||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | ||||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | ||||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | |||
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | ||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | |||||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | ||||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | ||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | ||||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Automatic headlights | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Compass | $0 | |||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | ||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | ||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |||||
| Manual height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Soft-touch instrument panel (optional) | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $8,480 | $9,630 | $1,325 | $1,425 | $2,525 | $1,800 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $7,155 | $8,305 | $0 | $100 | $1,200 | $475 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -6,750 | -7,826 | 0 | -96 | -1,153 | -457 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Jetta
| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | Jetta |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 104.4 in |
| Length | 194.6 in | 182.2 in |
| Width | 73.5 in | 70.0 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 57.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,747 lb. | 2,805 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 38.2 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 55.2 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.2 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.1 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 53.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.5 in | 38.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.7 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta TDI
| Navigation Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Additional chrome trim | 0 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1025 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| CD changer, in-dash | 200 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 950 | 62% |
| Total Not Requested | 575 | 38% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Jetta GLI
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Autobahn Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Sunroof | 900 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | 0 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | Yes |
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | 50 | Yes |
| 225/40HR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Fender, 400W, 9 speakers (with subwoofer) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 1490 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 33% |
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