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BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $38,925 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | ||||
| Difference: $14,300 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,917 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | ||||
| Difference: $12,758 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2007 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat |
| Trim | 525i | 530i | 550i | 3.6 VR6 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $42,500 | $46,800 | $57,400 | $30,180 |
| Base Invoice | $38,855 | $42,770 | $52,415 | $27,997 |
| Navigation system | 1,800 | 1,800 | 1,800 | 1,800 |
| Premium Package | 2,000 | 1,800 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | 475 | |
| Sport Package (AWD) | 700 | 700 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 800 | 800 | 950 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Rear side airbags | 385 | 385 | 385 | 350 |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Satellite radio | 595 | 595 | 595 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,200 | 2,200 | 2,200 | 975 |
| Sport Package | 4,030 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,640 | 1,640 | 1,640 | 1,589 |
| Premium Package | 1,820 | 1,640 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | 430 | |
| Sport Package (AWD) | 635 | 635 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 730 | 730 | 839 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | 525 | |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | 350 | 310 |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | |
| Satellite radio | 540 | 540 | 540 | |
| Adaptive cruise control | 2,000 | 2,000 | 2,000 | 861 |
| Sport Package | 3,681 | |||
| Options (change) | 10,030 | 9,030 | 7,330 | 8,105 |
| Options (change) | 9,125 | 8,215 | 6,670 | 7,280 |
| Destination | 695 | 695 | 695 | 640 |
| Total Price | $53,225 | $56,525 | $65,425 | $38,925 |
| Total Invoice | $48,675 | $51,680 | $59,780 | $35,917 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $14,390 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,841 | ||||
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2007 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat |
| Trim | 525i | 530i | 550i | 3.6 VR6 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 215hp I6 | 255hp I6 | 360hp V8 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | M6 | M6 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 200, 10 | 200, 10 | 200, 10 | 80, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 225/50-17 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $53,225 | $56,525 | $65,425 | $38,925 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -200 | -90 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $53,225 | $56,525 | $65,225 | $38,835 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,300 | $12,000 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $48,675 | $51,680 | $59,780 | $35,917 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | 0 | -183 | -83 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $48,675 | $51,680 | $59,597 | $35,834 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,005 | $10,922 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2006 | 2006 | 2006 | 2007 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat |
| Trim | 525i | 530i | 550i | 3.6 VR6 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Sunshade, rear | $125 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Ski sack | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Climate Control | ||||
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | |||
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | |||
| CD changer, remote | $200 | |||
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $2,140 | $2,140 | $2,340 | $2,230 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $0 | $200 | $90 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | 0 | -183 | -83 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2006 | 2007 |
| Model | 5-Series | Passat |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 106.7 in |
| Length | 191.1 in | 188.2 in |
| Width | 72.7 in | 71.7 in |
| Height | 57.8 in | 58.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,429 lb. | 3,306 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.7 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 57.3 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.5 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.9 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 57.2 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.0 in | 37.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 14.0 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 525i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 17% |
| Sport Package (AWD) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 67% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530i
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 300 | 21% |
| Sport Package (AWD) | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Total Requested | 100 | 33% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 67% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6
| Xenon HID headlights | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Xenon HID headlights | 500 | Yes |
| Steering-linked headlights | 150 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 650 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 126% |
| Total Not Requested | -125 | -26% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear | 125 | Yes |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | No |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 235/40WR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Memory system, driver seat | 200 | Yes |
| Wood trim | 300 | No |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | 150 | Yes |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic climate control, front | 200 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Audio controls on steering wheel | 125 | Yes |
| Dual-zone climate control | 125 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Perimeter approach lighting | 25 | No |
| Power height adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | 150 | Yes |
| Rain-sensing wipers | 100 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 3550 | 74% |
| Total Not Requested | 1230 | 26% |
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