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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: $30,990 Volkswagen Passat Komfort | ||||
| Difference: $19,685 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $28,894 Volkswagen Passat Komfort | ||||
| Difference: $17,951 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | Komfort |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $45,050 | $50,100 | $60,200 | $28,300 |
| Base Invoice | $41,645 | $46,290 | $55,585 | $26,436 |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Navigation system | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,990 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | 475 | |
| iPod integration | 400 | 400 | 400 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | 350 | |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | 525 | |
| Navigation system | 1,730 | 1,730 | 1,758 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | |
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | 430 | |
| iPod integration | 365 | 365 | 365 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | 320 | |
| Options (change) | 4,750 | 4,750 | 2,300 | 1,990 |
| Options (change) | 4,325 | 4,325 | 2,095 | 1,758 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 700 |
| Total Price | $50,675 | $55,725 | $63,375 | $30,990 |
| Total Invoice | $46,845 | $51,490 | $58,555 | $28,894 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat Komfort | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $17,120 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $15,580 | ||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | Komfort |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 240hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 400hp V8 | 200hp I4 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T8 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 80, 8 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 235/45-17 |
| Total Price | $50,675 | $55,725 | $63,375 | $30,990 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,565 | -3,265 | -5,415 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $48,110 | $52,460 | $57,960 | $30,990 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,350 | $9,850 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $46,845 | $51,490 | $58,555 | $28,894 |
| Adjustments for Features | -2,371 | -3,017 | -5,003 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $44,474 | $48,473 | $53,552 | $28,894 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $3,999 | $9,078 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | Komfort |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| FWD | $0 | |||
| Accessories | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| 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 | |
| Universal garage door opener | $100 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |||
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | |||
| Obstacle detection, rear | $250 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Automatic climate control, front | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | $125 | |
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | $175 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | |||
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | |||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| SD Card slot | $25 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| USB port | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Voice control for nav and audio | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | |||
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | $150 | |||
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | ||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | $900 | |||
| Manual height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | |||
| Memory system, driver seat | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power height adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Synthetic leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Total Value of Features | $4,940 | $5,640 | $7,790 | $2,375 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $2,565 | $3,265 | $5,415 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -2,371 | -3,017 | -5,003 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 |
| Model | 5-Series | Passat |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 106.7 in |
| Length | 193.1 in | 188.2 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 71.7 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 58.0 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,815 lb. | 3,345 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.5 in | 38.4 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 55.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.3 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.2 in | 54.6 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.1 in | 37.7 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.4 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 615 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 615 | 83% |
| Total Not Requested | 125 | 17% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat Komfort
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | Yes |
| USB port | 25 | Yes |
| SD Card slot | 25 | No |
| Total Requested | 640 | 96% |
| Total Not Requested | 25 | 4% |
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