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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: $30,665 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $25,180 | |||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $29,440 Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | |||||
| Difference: $23,205 | |||||
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| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $51,200 | $56,450 | $29,895 | $32,195 | $32,950 |
| Base Invoice | $48,295 | $53,180 | $28,670 | $30,876 | $31,600 |
| Premium Package | 2,300 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | 700 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 150 | 150 | |||
| Heated front seats | 500 | 500 | |||
| Proximity key | 650 | ||||
| Premium Package | 2,115 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 645 | 645 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 140 | 140 | |||
| Heated front seats | 455 | 455 | |||
| Proximity key | 600 | ||||
| Options (change) | 3,650 | 2,000 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Options (change) | 3,355 | 1,840 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 770 | 770 | 770 |
| Total Price | $55,845 | $59,445 | $30,665 | $32,965 | $33,720 |
| Total Invoice | $52,645 | $56,015 | $29,440 | $31,646 | $32,370 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Volkswagen Passat 2.5L SEL Premium | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $20,215 | |||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $18,525 | |||||
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI SEL Premium | V6 SEL Premium |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 248hp I4 | 335hp I6 | 170hp I5 | 140hp I4 D | 280hp V6 |
| Transmission | T8 | T8 | T6 | S6 | S6 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | FWD | FWD | FWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 | 400, 9 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 215/55-17 | 235/45-18 | 235/45-18 |
| Total Price | $55,845 | $59,445 | $30,665 | $32,965 | $33,720 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,965 | -4,240 | 0 | 0 | -100 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $50,880 | $55,205 | $30,665 | $32,965 | $33,620 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,325 | $0 | $2,300 | $2,955 |
| Total Invoice | $52,645 | $56,015 | $29,440 | $31,646 | $32,370 |
| Adjustments for Features | -4,680 | -3,995 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $47,965 | $52,020 | $29,440 | $31,646 | $32,274 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,055 | $0 | $2,206 | $2,834 |
Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2017 | 2017 | 2012 | 2012 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | 5-Series | Passat | Passat | Passat |
| Trim | 530i | 540i | 2.5L SEL Premium | TDI 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 | |||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||
| 6-speed automated manual | $1100 | $1100 | |||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | |||
| FWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Accessories | |||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | ||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | |||
| Remote start | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | |||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | $350 | $350 | |||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | |||
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | |||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | |||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | |||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | |||
| Rollover sensor | $50 | $50 | |||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Cargo Management | |||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | |||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Climate Control | |||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | |||
| Rain-sensing wipers | $175 | $175 | |||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | |||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Variable intermittent wipers | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Engine / Motor | |||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | |||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | |||
| Exterior | |||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | |||
| Bodyside moldings | $75 | $75 | $75 | ||
| Infotainment | |||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | |||
| App support | $0 | $0 | |||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | |||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | |||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | |||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | |||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | ||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | |||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | |||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | |||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | |||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | |||
| Traffic information | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | |||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | |||
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | |||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | ||||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | ||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||
| Analog clock | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | |||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | |||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | |||
| Power-folding mirrors | $50 | $50 | |||
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | |||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||
| Door sill trim plates | $100 | $100 | |||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | |||
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Power tilt adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||
| Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | |||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | |||
| Transmission | |||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | |||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Total Value of Features | $7,365 | $6,640 | $2,400 | $2,400 | $2,500 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $4,965 | $4,240 | $0 | $0 | $100 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -4,680 | -3,995 | 0 | 0 | -96 |
Specifications Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volkswagen Passat
| Model Year | 2017 | 2012 |
| Model | 5-Series | Passat |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 117.1 in | 110.4 in |
| Length | 194.6 in | 191.6 in |
| Width | 73.5 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 58.2 in | 58.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,747 lb. | 3,167 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 38.8 in | 38.3 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 56.9 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.4 in | 42.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 37.5 in | 37.8 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 55.9 in | 57.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 36.5 in | 39.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 18.7 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530i
| 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 |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1150 | 52% |
| Total Not Requested | 1075 | 48% |
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