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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: $39,740 Volkswagen Passat VR6 | ||||
| Difference: $17,005 | ||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $36,936 Volkswagen Passat VR6 | ||||
| Difference: $15,439 | ||||
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| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | VR6 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $46,900 | $52,500 | $62,000 | $36,050 |
| Base Invoice | $43,330 | $48,480 | $57,220 | $33,597 |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | 575 | |
| Premium Package | 2,250 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 475 | 475 | 475 | |
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | 500 | 225 |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 350 | 350 | 350 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,400 | 2,400 | 2,400 | |
| Technology Package | 1,850 | 1,850 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 750 | |||
| iPod integration | 0 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,800 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 975 | |||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 525 | 525 | 525 | |
| Premium Package | 2,050 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | ||
| Folding second row seats | 430 | 430 | 430 | |
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | 455 | 199 |
| Aluminum trim | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 320 | 320 | 320 | |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,185 | 2,185 | 2,185 | |
| Technology Package | 1,685 | 1,685 | ||
| Obstacle detection, rear | 685 | |||
| iPod integration | 0 | |||
| Navigation system | 1,589 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control | 861 | |||
| Options (change) | 8,950 | 7,450 | 4,300 | 3,000 |
| Options (change) | 8,150 | 6,785 | 3,915 | 2,649 |
| Destination | 895 | 895 | 895 | 690 |
| Total Price | $56,745 | $60,845 | $67,195 | $39,740 |
| Total Invoice | $52,375 | $56,160 | $62,030 | $36,936 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat VR6 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $13,715 | ||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $12,402 | ||||
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | VR6 |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 400hp V8 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T8 | T6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 600, 10 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 225/55-17 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 235/40-18 |
| Total Price | $56,745 | $60,845 | $67,195 | $39,740 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,290 | -2,840 | -3,140 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $53,455 | $58,005 | $64,055 | $39,740 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,550 | $10,600 | $0 |
| Total Invoice | $52,375 | $56,160 | $62,030 | $36,936 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,037 | -2,621 | -2,899 | 0 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $49,338 | $53,539 | $59,131 | $36,936 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,201 | $9,793 | $0 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 | 2008 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 550i | VR6 |
| 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 | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | |||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | |
| Power trunk closer | $350 | |||
| 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 | $100 | $100 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Full-size spare tire | $225 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Obstacle detection, front | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Cargo Management | ||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | |||
| Climate Control | ||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Engine / Motor | ||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Exterior | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | |||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Infotainment | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| iPod integration | $100 | |||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | |||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| 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 | $25 | $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 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Compass | $0 | |||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | |||
| 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 | |||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | |||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | |||
| Transmission | ||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | |||
| Total Value of Features | $6,230 | $5,780 | $6,080 | $2,940 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,290 | $2,840 | $3,140 | $0 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,037 | -2,621 | -2,899 | 0 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 |
| 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. | 3,306 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
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Universal garage door opener | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | No |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Upholstered door panels, leather | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 750 | 37% |
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 340 | 36% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i
| Technology Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | No |
| Media drive, large | 15 | No |
| Traffic + travel information | 25 | No |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| DVD-compatible player | 0 | No |
| Voice control for nav and audio | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 64% |
| Total Not Requested | 340 | 36% |
Option Package Details
Volkswagen Passat VR6
| Navigation system | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Navigation system | 600 | Yes |
| CD changer, remote | -125 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 126% |
| Total Not Requested | -125 | -26% |
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