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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: $40,575 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | ||||
| Difference: $18,930 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $37,307 Volkswagen Passat 3.6 VR6 | ||||
| Difference: $17,513 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2007 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | 3.6 VR6 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $45,950 | $51,250 | $60,600 | $30,180 |
| Base Invoice | $42,455 | $47,330 | $55,930 | $27,997 |
| Navigation system | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,800 | |
| Premium Package | 950 | 750 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | 475 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 900 | 950 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Rear side airbags | 385 | 385 | 385 | 350 |
| Value Package | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Body kit | 1,600 | 1,600 | 1,650 | |
| Sport Package | 2,900 | 2,900 | 4,030 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 595 | 595 | 595 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,400 | 2,400 | 2,400 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | |||
| iPod integration | 0 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 975 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,730 | 1,730 | 1,589 | |
| Premium Package | 865 | 685 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | 430 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | 820 | 839 | ||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | 525 | |
| Rear side airbags | 350 | 350 | 350 | 310 |
| Value Package | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Body kit | 1,455 | 1,455 | 1,390 | |
| Sport Package | 2,640 | 2,640 | 3,681 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 540 | 540 | 540 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,135 | 2,135 | 2,135 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 455 | |||
| iPod integration | 0 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 861 | |||
| Options (change) | 12,680 | 12,580 | 4,930 | 9,755 |
| Options (change) | 11,490 | 11,400 | 4,435 | 8,670 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 640 |
| Total Price | $59,505 | $64,705 | $66,405 | $40,575 |
| Total Invoice | $54,820 | $59,605 | $61,240 | $37,307 |
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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: $16,895 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,638 | ||||
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2007 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | 3.6 VR6 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 230hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 360hp V8 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | M6 | T6 | 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) | 245/40-18 | 245/40-18 | 225/50-17 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $59,505 | $64,705 | $66,405 | $40,575 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,035 | -2,935 | -885 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $57,470 | $61,770 | $65,520 | $40,575 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,300 | $8,050 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $54,820 | $59,605 | $61,240 | $37,307 |
| Adjustments for Features | -1,875 | -2,704 | -816 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $52,945 | $56,901 | $60,424 | $37,307 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,956 | $7,479 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2010 | 2010 | 2010 | 2007 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | 3.6 VR6 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 6-speed manual | $150 | $150 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | $1100 | ||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | |||
| 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 | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| 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 | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| MP3-compatible player | $50 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| 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 | |
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Headlight washers | $50 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Aluminum trim | $100 | |||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Active stabilizer bars | $500 | $500 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $4,615 | $5,515 | $3,465 | $2,580 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,035 | $2,935 | $885 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -1,875 | -2,704 | -816 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2010 | 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 | 3,506 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 528i
| 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 |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1450 | 76% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 24% |
| Value Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 75% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 25% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/40WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Tires, run-flat | 150 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Active stabilizer bars | 500 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Front seat active head restraints | 0 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 150 | Yes |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 650 | 29% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 71% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i
| 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 |
| Power-folding mirrors | 50 | No |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 72% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 28% |
| Value Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1000 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 20% |
| Sport Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| 245/40WR18 tires | 200 | No |
| Tires, run-flat | 150 | No |
| Special exterior trim | 0 | No |
| Active stabilizer bars | 500 | No |
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | 250 | Yes |
| Alloy wheels, optional design | 0 | No |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Power seatback bolsters, driver | 100 | No |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | No |
| Front seat active head restraints | 0 | No |
| Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 350 | 18% |
| Total Not Requested | 1600 | 82% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 550i
| Value Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Compass | 0 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| HD radio | 50 | No |
| iPod integration | 100 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 700 | 80% |
| Total Not Requested | 175 | 20% |
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 | Yes |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Aluminum trim | 100 | No |
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 100 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| 235/40WR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Cargo net | 40 | No |
| 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 |
| Automatic headlights | 125 | Yes |
| Fog lights | 125 | Yes |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | 15 | No |
| Total Requested | 3900 | 82% |
| Total Not Requested | 880 | 18% |
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