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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: $31,815 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $26,335 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $30,544 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $23,111 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $45,050 | $50,100 | $60,200 | $30,995 | $33,995 |
| Base Invoice | $41,645 | $46,290 | $55,585 | $29,724 | $32,601 |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,400 | 2,400 | 2,400 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,800 | 1,800 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 1,050 | 1,050 | 1,050 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | 750 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,900 | 1,900 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | |||
| Rearview camera | 400 | 400 | 400 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | 475 | ||
| iPod integration | 400 | 400 | 400 | ||
| App support | 250 | 250 | 250 | ||
| Proximity key | 1,000 | 1,000 | 1,000 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 900 | ||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | 350 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,350 | 1,350 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,185 | 2,185 | 2,185 | ||
| Premium Package | 1,640 | 1,640 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 955 | 955 | 955 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | 685 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,730 | 1,730 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | |||
| Rearview camera | 365 | 365 | 365 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | 430 | ||
| iPod integration | 365 | 365 | 365 | ||
| App support | 230 | 230 | 230 | ||
| Proximity key | 910 | 910 | 910 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | 820 | ||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | 320 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,230 | 1,230 | |||
| Options (change) | 12,225 | 12,675 | 7,675 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 11,135 | 11,545 | 6,990 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 820 | 820 |
| Total Price | $58,150 | $63,650 | $68,750 | $31,815 | $34,815 |
| Total Invoice | $53,655 | $58,710 | $63,450 | $30,544 | $33,421 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $26,405 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $23,178 | |||||
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 240hp I6 | 300hp I6 | 400hp V8 | 170hp I4 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T8 | T6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $58,150 | $63,650 | $68,750 | $31,815 | $34,815 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -600 | -600 | -70 | -170 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $58,150 | $63,050 | $68,150 | $31,745 | $34,645 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,900 | $10,000 | $0 | $2,900 |
| Total Invoice | $53,655 | $58,710 | $63,450 | $30,544 | $33,421 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -553 | -554 | -67 | -163 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $53,655 | $58,157 | $62,896 | $30,477 | $33,258 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,502 | $9,241 | $0 | $2,781 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | 2011 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 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 | ||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| Accessories | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | ||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | |||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | $100 | |||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | |||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | |||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | |||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||
| Infotainment | |||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | $0 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | |||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Transmission | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $5,205 | $5,805 | $5,805 | $5,275 | $5,375 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $600 | $600 | $70 | $170 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -553 | -554 | -67 | -163 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2011 | 2017 |
| Model | 5-Series | Passat |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 193.1 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 73.2 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,815 lb. | 3,231 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 40.5 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.3 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.3 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 56.2 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.1 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.4 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i
| 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 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 23% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 27% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
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 | Yes |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | 75 | No |
| Interior ambient lighting | 150 | Yes |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1350 | 77% |
| Total Not Requested | 400 | 23% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 33% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 27% |
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | Yes |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 725 | 98% |
| Total Not Requested | 15 | 2% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 550i
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Auto-dimming headlights | 200 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 400 | 67% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 33% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | No |
| Headlight washers | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 150 | 27% |
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