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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: $36,990 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||||
| Difference: $28,505 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $35,385 Volkswagen Passat 1.8T SEL Premium | |||||||
| Difference: $25,510 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 535d | ActiveHybrid 5 | 550i | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $49,950 | $55,600 | $57,100 | $61,900 | $64,900 | $34,270 | $36,835 |
| Base Invoice | $46,635 | $51,830 | $53,210 | $57,630 | $60,390 | $32,865 | $35,325 |
| M Sport Line | 3,150 | ||||||
| Driver Assistance Plus | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,800 | 1,800 | 1,800 | 1,900 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 950 | 950 | 950 | 950 | 950 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,600 | 1,500 | 1,500 | 1,500 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | |||
| LED headlights | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | 1,900 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 500 | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | 1,200 | ||
| Body kit | 1,900 | 1,900 | |||||
| M Sport Line | 2,865 | ||||||
| Driver Assistance Plus | 1,730 | 1,730 | 1,730 | 1,730 | 1,730 | ||
| Driver Assistance Package | 1,640 | 1,640 | 1,640 | 1,730 | |||
| Cold Weather Package | 865 | 865 | 865 | 865 | 865 | ||
| Premium Package | 2,365 | 1,365 | 1,365 | 1,365 | |||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |||
| LED headlights | 1,730 | 1,730 | 1,730 | 1,730 | 1,730 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | 475 | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 1,095 | 1,095 | 1,095 | 1,095 | 1,095 | ||
| Body kit | 1,700 | 1,700 | |||||
| Options (change) | 14,550 | 9,800 | 9,800 | 9,900 | 5,950 | 1,900 | 1,900 |
| Options (change) | 13,265 | 8,925 | 8,925 | 9,015 | 5,420 | 1,700 | 1,700 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 820 | 820 |
| Total Price | $65,495 | $66,395 | $67,895 | $72,795 | $71,845 | $36,990 | $39,555 |
| Total Invoice | $60,895 | $61,750 | $63,130 | $67,640 | $66,805 | $35,385 | $37,845 |
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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: $24,725 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $21,995 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 535d | ActiveHybrid 5 | 550i | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 240hp I4 | 300hp I6 | 255hp I6 D | 335hp I4 H | 443hp V8 | 170hp I4 | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 180, 10 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $65,495 | $66,395 | $67,895 | $72,795 | $71,845 | $36,990 | $39,555 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,780 | -3,580 | -3,580 | -3,580 | -3,580 | 0 | -100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $61,715 | $62,815 | $64,315 | $69,215 | $68,265 | $36,990 | $39,455 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,100 | $2,600 | $7,500 | $6,550 | $0 | $2,465 |
| Total Invoice | $60,895 | $61,750 | $63,130 | $67,640 | $66,805 | $35,385 | $37,845 |
| Adjustments for Features | -3,515 | -3,330 | -3,329 | -3,326 | -3,329 | 0 | -96 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $57,380 | $58,420 | $59,801 | $64,314 | $63,476 | $35,385 | $37,749 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $1,040 | $2,421 | $6,934 | $6,096 | $0 | $2,364 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 528i | 535i | 535d | ActiveHybrid 5 | 550i | 1.8T SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | ||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | ||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Accessories | |||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | $600 | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Blind spot collision prevention | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Cross-traffic collision intervention, rear | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Lane departure collision mitigation | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Lane departure prevention, steering-based | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Secondary collision brake assist | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | ||||||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | ||||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | ||||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| Android Auto support | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Apple CarPlay support | $100 | $100 | |||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | ||
| Mirrorlink support | $0 | $0 | |||||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | |||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Steering-linked fog lights | $50 | $50 | |||||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | ||||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||||
| 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 | ||||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $8,105 | $7,905 | $7,905 | $7,905 | $7,905 | $4,325 | $4,425 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $3,780 | $3,580 | $3,580 | $3,580 | $3,580 | $0 | $100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -3,515 | -3,330 | -3,329 | -3,326 | -3,329 | 0 | -96 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2015 | 2016 |
| Model | 5-Series | Passat |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 116.9 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 193.4 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 | 35.3 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.4 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i
| M Sport Line | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| 245/45VR18 tires | 400 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Sport front fascia (optional) | 0 | No |
| Sport rear fascia, e.g. diffuser (optional) | 0 | No |
| Dark-colored headliner (optional) | 0 | No |
| Black exterior trim (optional) | 0 | No |
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 0 | No |
| Body kit | 0 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 900 | 58% |
| Total Not Requested | 650 | 42% |
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure collision mitigation | 50 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 47% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 37% |
| 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% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1250 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 850 | 40% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure collision mitigation | 50 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 47% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 37% |
| 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% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 37% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 63% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535d
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure collision mitigation | 50 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 47% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 37% |
| 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% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 37% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 63% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series ActiveHybrid 5
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure collision mitigation | 50 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 47% |
| Driver Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 37% |
| 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% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Power decklid | 350 | No |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 37% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 63% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 550i
| Driver Assistance Plus | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | Yes |
| Driver drowsiness monitor | 150 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Lane departure collision mitigation | 50 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 800 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 700 | 47% |
| 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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