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BMW 5-Series vs. Volvo C30 Feature Comparison

Can I get heated seats? Do I have to get a sunroof? Find out what you need to know about BMW 5-Series and Volvo C30 features right here.

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Features Comparison: BMW 5-Series vs. Volvo C30

  

Model Year 2008 2008 2008 2008 2008- 2008-
Model 5-Series 5-Series 5-Series 5-Series C30 C30
Trim 528i 535i 550i M5 Version 1.0 Version 2.0
Engines  
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
230 hp@6500
200 lb-ft@2750
 3.0L I6<br>DOHC-4v<br>230 hp@6500 <br>200 lb-ft@2750 is a standard feature.          
turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5800
300 lb-ft@1300
  turbocharged<br> 3.0L I6<br>DOHC-4v<br>300 hp@5800 <br>300 lb-ft@1300 is a standard feature.        
4.8L V8
DOHC-4v
360 hp@6300
360 lb-ft@3400
     4.8L V8<br>DOHC-4v<br>360 hp@6300 <br>360 lb-ft@3400 is a standard feature.      
5.0L V10
DOHC-4v
500 hp@7750
383 lb-ft@6100
       5.0L V10<br>DOHC-4v<br>500 hp@7750 <br>383 lb-ft@6100 is a standard feature.    
turbocharged
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
227 hp@5000
236 lb-ft@1500
        turbocharged<br> 2.5L I5<br>DOHC-4v<br>227 hp@5000 <br>236 lb-ft@1500 is a standard feature. turbocharged<br> 2.5L I5<br>DOHC-4v<br>227 hp@5000 <br>236 lb-ft@1500 is a standard feature.
Transmissions  
6-speed manual 6-speed manual is a standard feature. 6-speed manual is an optional feature. 6-speed manual is an optional feature. 6-speed manual is an optional feature. 6-speed manual is a standard feature. 6-speed manual is a standard feature.
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is an optional feature. 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is an optional feature. 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic is an optional feature.      
7-speed automated manual       7-speed automated manual is a standard feature.    
5-speed manually-shiftable automatic         5-speed manually-shiftable automatic is an optional feature. 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic is an optional feature.
Drivetrains  
RWD RWD is a standard feature. RWD is a standard feature. RWD is a standard feature. RWD is a standard feature.    
AWD AWD is an optional feature. AWD is an optional feature.        
FWD         FWD is a standard feature. FWD is a standard feature.
Tires  
225/50VR17 tires 225/50VR17 tires is a standard feature. 225/50VR17 tires is a standard feature. 225/50VR17 tires is a standard feature.      
245/40WR18 tires 245/40WR18 tires is an optional feature. 245/40WR18 tires is an optional feature.        
275/35WR18 tires   275/35WR18 tires is an optional feature.        
245/35ZR19 tires     245/35ZR19 tires is an optional feature.      
275/30ZR19 tires     275/30ZR19 tires is an optional feature.      
255/40ZR19 tires       255/40ZR19 tires is a standard feature.    
285/35ZR19 tires       285/35ZR19 tires is a standard feature.    
205/50VR17 tires         205/50VR17 tires is a standard feature. 205/50VR17 tires is an optional feature.
215/45VR18 tires           215/45VR18 tires is a standard feature.
Audio Systems  
Unbranded, 200W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) Unbranded, 200W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature. Unbranded, 200W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature. Unbranded, 200W, 10 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.      
Harman/Kardon, 420W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) Harman/Kardon, 420W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Harman/Kardon, 420W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Harman/Kardon, 420W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature. Harman/Kardon, 420W, 13 speakers (with subwoofer) is a standard feature.    
Unbranded, 825W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)       Unbranded, 825W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer) is an optional feature.    
Unbranded, 160W, 8 speakers         Unbranded, 160W, 8 speakers is a standard feature.  
Dynaudio, 650W, 10 speakers         Dynaudio, 650W, 10 speakers is an optional feature. Dynaudio, 650W, 10 speakers is a standard feature.
Accessories  
Adaptive cruise control, all-speedAutomatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.   Adaptive cruise control, all-speed is an optional feature. Adaptive cruise control, all-speed is an optional feature. Adaptive cruise control, all-speed is an optional feature.      
Automatically maintains set distance behind preceding vehicle as well as set speed. Can bring vehicle to a complete stop then accelerate back up to set speed. Replaces regular adaptive cruise control, and includes its value.
Ashtray and lighter (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.           Ashtray and lighter (optional) is an optional feature. Ashtray and lighter (optional) is an optional feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Cruise control       Cruise control is a standard feature. Cruise control is an optional feature. Cruise control is an optional feature.
Heated steering wheel Heated steering wheel is an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is an optional feature. Heated steering wheel is an optional feature.    
Power door closersPulls door tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.         Power door closers is an optional feature.    
Pulls door tight after latch is engaged. Door can be shut with very little effort.
Power front side windowsOften must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.   Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature. Power front side windows is a standard feature.
Often must be ordered with power rear side windows, if these are available.
Power locks Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature. Power locks is a standard feature.
Power rear side windows Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature. Power rear side windows is a standard feature.    
Proximity keyEnter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.   Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature. Proximity key is an optional feature.
Enter and start the vehicle without removing the key from your pocket.
Remote keyless entryUnlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature. Remote keyless entry is a standard feature.
Unlock and lock the car using buttons on the keyfob.
Remote window/roof operationOperate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.   Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature. Remote window/roof operation is a standard feature.
Operate the power windows, sunroof, and/or convertible roof using buttons on the keyfob.
Special order chargeOne-time charge for special order options           Special order charge is an optional feature. Special order charge is an optional feature.
One-time charge for special order options
Sunshade, rear, powerGreatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.   Sunshade, rear, power is an optional feature. Sunshade, rear, power is an optional feature. Sunshade, rear, power is an optional feature. Sunshade, rear, power is an optional feature.    
Greatly reduces the amount of sunlight entering the rear window. Includes the value of manual rear shade.
Sunshades, second rowGreatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.   Sunshades, second row is an optional feature. Sunshades, second row is an optional feature. Sunshades, second row is an optional feature. Sunshades, second row is an optional feature.    
Greatly reduce the amount of sunlight entering the rear side windows. Retract into rear doors.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual         Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, manual is a standard feature.
Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature. Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power is a standard feature.    
Tool kit Tool kit is a standard feature. Tool kit is a standard feature. Tool kit is a standard feature. Tool kit is a standard feature.    
Universal garage door openerHomelink.   Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature. Universal garage door opener is a standard feature. Universal garage door opener is an optional feature. Universal garage door opener is an optional feature.
Homelink.
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety  
4-wheel disc brakesRear disc brakes.   4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature. 4-wheel disc brakes is a standard feature.
Rear disc brakes.
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seatsIf active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.   Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is an optional feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is an optional feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is an optional feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is an optional feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature. Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats is a standard feature.
If active, automatically move forward when the vehicle is rear-ended. Note: becoming less common.
AlarmOnly listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.   Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is a standard feature. Alarm is an optional feature. Alarm is an optional feature.
Only listed when pricing a single model because insufficient data for all cars.
Antilock brakes (ABS)Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.   Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature. Antilock brakes (ABS) is a standard feature.
Automatically pulse the brakes in hard stops to prevent wheels from locking up, making it possible to brake and steer at the same time.
Blind spot warning systemMirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot.           Blind spot warning system is an optional feature. Blind spot warning system is an optional feature.
Mirror-mounted lights indicate when another vehicle is in a blind spot.
Brake assistWhen a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.   Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature. Brake assist is a standard feature.
When a panic stop is sensed, fully applies the brakes.
Front airbagsMandatory, in all cars.   Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature. Front airbags is a standard feature.
Mandatory, in all cars.
Hill start assistApplies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.   Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature. Hill start assist is a standard feature.    
Applies the brakes to hold the vehicle in place on an incline. Incomplete data, so only displayed when pricing a single vehicle.
Lane departure warningAlerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.   Lane departure warning is an optional feature. Lane departure warning is an optional feature. Lane departure warning is an optional feature.      
Alerts driver when the vehicle seems to be wandering out of the lane.
Night visionCreates infrared-based image of the road ahead.   Night vision is an optional feature. Night vision is an optional feature. Night vision is an optional feature.      
Creates infrared-based image of the road ahead.
Obstacle detection, frontBeeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.   Obstacle detection, front is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, front is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, front is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, front is a standard feature.    
Beeps signal distance to object in front of vehicle. Parking aid.
Obstacle detection, rearBeeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.   Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, rear is a standard feature. Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature. Obstacle detection, rear is an optional feature.
Beeps signal distance to object behind vehicle. Parking aid.
Performance braking system (optional)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.         Performance braking system (optional) is a standard feature.    
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Rear side airbagsTorso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.   Rear side airbags is an optional feature. Rear side airbags is an optional feature. Rear side airbags is an optional feature. Rear side airbags is an optional feature.    
Torso-level second row airbags, usually contained in the rear door. Some also protect the head, but not as well as side curtain airbags.
Side curtain airbagsAirbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.   Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature. Side curtain airbags is a standard feature.
Airbags contained just above the window level. Except in cars without a rear seat usually cover first and second row.
Stability controlSelectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).   Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature. Stability control is a standard feature.
Selectively applies the brakes to prevent excessive understeer or oversteer (spinning).
Temporary spare tire Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature.   Temporary spare tire is a standard feature. Temporary spare tire is a standard feature.
Tire-pressure monitorTwo types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.   Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature. Tire-pressure monitor is a standard feature.
Two types: a warning light when a tire is low on air and a pressure readout for each tire.
Tires, run-flatCan be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare tire.   Tires, run-flat is an optional feature. Tires, run-flat is an optional feature. Tires, run-flat is an optional feature.      
Can be driven deflated for about 50 miles. Usually harm ride quality. Cars with these often have no spare tire.
Traction controlWhen a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.   Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature. Traction control is a standard feature.
When a drive wheel slips, it is braked and/or engine power is reduced, restoring traction.
Cargo Management  
Air-conditioned storage compartment Air-conditioned storage compartment is a standard feature. Air-conditioned storage compartment is a standard feature. Air-conditioned storage compartment is a standard feature. Air-conditioned storage compartment is a standard feature.    
Cargo area partition netNet extending from the floor to the ceiling to prevent cargo from flying into the passenger area during sudden stops.           Cargo area partition net is an optional feature. Cargo area partition net is an optional feature.
Net extending from the floor to the ceiling to prevent cargo from flying into the passenger area during sudden stops.
Cargo cover         Cargo cover is an optional feature. Cargo cover is an optional feature.
Console with shifter Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature. Console with shifter is a standard feature.
Rear seat pass-throughUsually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.   Rear seat pass-through is an optional feature. Rear seat pass-through is an optional feature. Rear seat pass-through is an optional feature. Rear seat pass-through is an optional feature.    
Usually concealed behind a stowed armrest. Enables long items like skis to be carried without folding the rear seat.
Ski sackSack attached to rear seat pass-through. Keeps dirty skis from messing up the interior.   Ski sack is an optional feature. Ski sack is an optional feature. Ski sack is an optional feature. Ski sack is an optional feature.    
Sack attached to rear seat pass-through. Keeps dirty skis from messing up the interior.
Climate Control  
Air conditioning Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature. Air conditioning is a standard feature.
Automatic air recirculationAutomatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.   Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is a standard feature. Automatic air recirculation is an optional feature. Automatic air recirculation is an optional feature.
Automatically recirculates interior air when pollution is detected in outside air.
Automatic climate control, frontMaintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is a standard feature. Automatic climate control, front is an optional feature. Automatic climate control, front is an optional feature.
Maintains set temperature in front row. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Dual-zone climate controlTemperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.   Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature. Dual-zone climate control is a standard feature.
Temperature can be separately set for left and right sides of the passenger compartment. Requires air conditioning and does not include its value.
Heated windshield washer nozzles       Heated windshield washer nozzles is a standard feature.    
Interior air filterFilters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.   Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature. Interior air filter is a standard feature.
Filters exterior air before it enters the passenger compartment. No default value because most cars have them, even in cases where they're not in the official list of features.
Rain-sensing wipersWipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.   Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is a standard feature. Rain-sensing wipers is an optional feature. Rain-sensing wipers is an optional feature.
Wipers automatically turn on and adjust their speed based on input from a rain sensor.
Rear air vents with manual controlsFan speed and/or temperature can be manually set for vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Includes value of rear vents.   Rear air vents with manual controls is a standard feature. Rear air vents with manual controls is a standard feature. Rear air vents with manual controls is a standard feature. Rear air vents with manual controls is a standard feature.    
Fan speed and/or temperature can be manually set for vents in the center console, B-pillars, and/or ceiling. Includes value of rear vents.
Rear defrost Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature. Rear defrost is a standard feature.
Rear heat ductsDucts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.   Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature. Rear heat ducts is a standard feature.
Ducts under front seats direct heated air to the second row.
Rear wiper         Rear wiper is a standard feature. Rear wiper is a standard feature.
Residual heatProvides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off.   Residual heat is a standard feature. Residual heat is a standard feature. Residual heat is a standard feature. Residual heat is a standard feature.    
Provides heat for an extended period of time after the engine has been cut off.
Variable intermittent wipersTime between wipes can be precisely adjusted.              
Time between wipes can be precisely adjusted.
Drivetrain  
Limited-slip rear differentialWhen one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.         Limited-slip rear differential is a standard feature.    
When one rear wheel spins, the differential locks up, sending power to the wheel with better traction.
Exterior  
Body kitSide skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.       Body kit is an optional feature. Body kit is a standard feature.   Body kit is a standard feature.
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron.
Body kit (gray/black)Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. Not body color.           Body kit (gray/black) is a standard feature.  
Side skirts and possibly a front air dam and rear apron. Not body color.
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.   Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature. Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) is a standard feature.
Increasingly often these are not actually connected to the exhaust.
Laminated front side windowsReduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.           Laminated front side windows is an optional feature. Laminated front side windows is an optional feature.
Reduces interior noise, prevents side windows from shattering.
Metallic paint (extra cost)         Metallic paint (extra cost) is an optional feature. Metallic paint (extra cost) is an optional feature.
Rear spoilerCan be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.         Rear spoiler is an optional feature. Rear spoiler is an optional feature. Rear spoiler is a standard feature.
Can be small lip spoiler or a larger raised spoiler.
Special exterior trimOnly listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Special exterior trim is an optional feature. Special exterior trim is an optional feature. Special exterior trim is an optional feature.      
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Sunroof Sunroof is a standard feature. Sunroof is a standard feature. Sunroof is a standard feature. Sunroof is a standard feature. Sunroof is an optional feature. Sunroof is an optional feature.
Wheel-lip moldingsExtensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective.           Wheel-lip moldings is a standard feature. Wheel-lip moldings is a standard feature.
Extensions to the wheel opening, both decorative and protective.
Gas Guzzler Tax  
3000       3000 is a standard feature.    
3700       3700 is an optional feature.    
Infotainment  
Audio controls on steering wheel Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature. Audio controls on steering wheel is a standard feature.
Aux inputJack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.   Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature. Aux input is a standard feature.
Jack for an iPod or similar device. No value because of incomplete data. Will soon be standard on nearly every car.
Bluetooth cell phone linkEnables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.   Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature. Bluetooth cell phone link is a standard feature.    
Enables hands-free communication by wirelessly connecting a cell phone to a microphone and the vehicle's stereo speakers.
CD changer, in-dashIncludes CD player.           CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature. CD changer, in-dash is an optional feature.
Includes CD player.
CD changer, remoteCD changer in the glove compartment, trunk, or cargo area, beyond easy reach. Can be in addition to an in-dash CD player.         CD changer, remote is a standard feature.    
CD changer in the glove compartment, trunk, or cargo area, beyond easy reach. Can be in addition to an in-dash CD player.
CD player CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature. CD player is a standard feature.    
HD radioHigh-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.   HD radio is an optional feature. HD radio is an optional feature. HD radio is an optional feature. HD radio is an optional feature.    
High-definition radio, which broadcasts a digital signal. Free, no subscription fees.
iPod integrationIntegrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port.   iPod integration is an optional feature. iPod integration is an optional feature. iPod integration is an optional feature. iPod integration is an optional feature.    
Integrates an iPod with the vehicle's controls and speakers. Usually included if there is a USB port, but can also rely on a proprietary port.
MP3-compatible playerAudio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.           MP3-compatible player is a standard feature. MP3-compatible player is a standard feature.
Audio system capable of playing discs with MP3 files.
Navigation systemScreen-based navigation system.   Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is a standard feature. Navigation system is an optional feature. Navigation system is an optional feature.
Screen-based navigation system.
Satellite radioXM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.           Satellite radio is an optional feature. Satellite radio is a standard feature.
XM or Sirius. Includes a subscription for three to six months, after which monthly fees apply.
Satellite radio - one year subscriptionXM or Sirius with one-year subscription.   Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature. Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature. Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature. Satellite radio - one year subscription is an optional feature.    
XM or Sirius with one-year subscription.
Surround sound Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is a standard feature. Surround sound is an optional feature. Surround sound is a standard feature.
Telematics service, such as OnStarIn-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.   Telematics service, such as OnStar is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is a standard feature. Telematics service, such as OnStar is a standard feature.    
In-vehicle security, communications, and diagnostics system. For 2011 and newer cars often includes a remote app. Monthly fee after the first 1-12 months.
Traffic informationInformation about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.   Traffic information is an optional feature. Traffic information is an optional feature. Traffic information is an optional feature. Traffic information is a standard feature. Traffic information is an optional feature. Traffic information is an optional feature.
Information about traffic conditions. Monthly fee after first 3-12 months.
Voice control for nav and audioSometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.   Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is an optional feature. Voice control for nav and audio is a standard feature.    
Sometimes also includes voice control over climate control system.
Weatherband radioIncludes frequencies for weather channels. Only listed when pricing a single model because incomplete data for all model.           Weatherband radio is a standard feature. Weatherband radio is a standard feature.
Includes frequencies for weather channels. Only listed when pricing a single model because incomplete data for all model.
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors  
Auto-dimming driver-side mirrorDriver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming driver-side mirror is a standard feature.    
Driver-side exterior mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming headlightsHigh beams automatically turned on and off.   Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature. Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature. Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature. Auto-dimming headlights is an optional feature.    
High beams automatically turned on and off.
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirrorPassenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror is a standard feature.    
Passenger-side rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Auto-dimming rearview mirrorInterior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.   Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is a standard feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature. Auto-dimming rearview mirror is an optional feature.
Interior rearview mirror automatically dims when hit by headlights of following vehicle.
Automatic headlightsHeadlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.   Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature. Automatic headlights is a standard feature.    
Headlights automatically turn on and off. Includes value of automatic-off headlights.
Automatic-off headlightsHeadlights automatically turn off.           Automatic-off headlights is a standard feature. Automatic-off headlights is a standard feature.
Headlights automatically turn off.
CompassWe haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.   Compass is an optional feature. Compass is an optional feature. Compass is an optional feature. Compass is a standard feature. Compass is an optional feature. Compass is an optional feature.
We haven't given this feature a value because it's hard to tell which cars have it.
Fog light, rearMake it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog.           Fog light, rear is a standard feature. Fog light, rear is a standard feature.
Make it easier for following vehicles to see the vehicle in fog.
Fog lightsLight wide area close in front of the vehicle.   Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is a standard feature. Fog lights is an optional feature. Fog lights is an optional feature.
Light wide area close in front of the vehicle.
Head-up display (HUD)Projects various instrument readouts onto the windshield. Image actually appears to be floating over the nose of the car. Enables driver to keep eyes on the road.   Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature. Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature. Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature. Head-up display (HUD) is an optional feature.    
Projects various instrument readouts onto the windshield. Image actually appears to be floating over the nose of the car. Enables driver to keep eyes on the road.
Headlight washers Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is a standard feature. Headlight washers is an optional feature. Headlight washers is an optional feature.
Heated mirrorsClears ice and fog from mirrors.   Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature. Heated mirrors is a standard feature.
Clears ice and fog from mirrors.
Illuminated visor mirror, driverIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, driver is a standard feature.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Illuminated visor mirror, passengerIncludes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.   Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature. Illuminated visor mirror, passenger is a standard feature.
Includes value of non-illuminated vanity mirror.
Interior ambient lightingLEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.   Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature. Interior ambient lighting is a standard feature.    
LEDs cast a soft glow over and/or highlight parts of the interior.
Map lightsFront row reading lights.   Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature. Map lights is a standard feature.
Front row reading lights.
Mirror tilt-down in reverseOne or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.   Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature. Mirror tilt-down in reverse is a standard feature.    
One or both exterior mirrors tilt down when the transmission is in reverse, to provide view of the curb.
Outside temperature display Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature. Outside temperature display is a standard feature.
Perimeter approach lightingArea around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.   Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature. Perimeter approach lighting is a standard feature.
Area around the vehicle is illuminated when the vehicle is remotely unlocked.
Power mirrorsIncludes value of manual remote mirrors.   Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature. Power mirrors is a standard feature.
Includes value of manual remote mirrors.
Power-folding mirrorsMirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.   Power-folding mirrors is an optional feature. Power-folding mirrors is an optional feature. Power-folding mirrors is a standard feature. Power-folding mirrors is a standard feature. Power-folding mirrors is an optional feature. Power-folding mirrors is an optional feature.
Mirrors fold and unfold with the touch of a button inside the vehicle. Good for narrow roads and parking lots.
Steering-linked headlightsHeadlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.   Steering-linked headlights is an optional feature. Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature. Steering-linked headlights is a standard feature.      
Headlights swivel when steering wheel is turned.
TachometerReports engine speed.   Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature. Tachometer is a standard feature.
Reports engine speed.
Trip computerReports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.   Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is a standard feature. Trip computer is an optional feature. Trip computer is an optional feature.
Reports average fuel economy, and perhaps also instantaneous fuel economy, distance to empty, average speed, and other stats.
Turn signals on or near mirrors Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature. Turn signals on or near mirrors is a standard feature.
Xenon HID headlightsProvide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.   Xenon HID headlights is an optional feature. Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature. Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature. Xenon HID headlights is a standard feature. Xenon HID headlights is an optional feature. Xenon HID headlights is an optional feature.
Provide a brighter, whiter light than halogen headlights.
Seats and Interior Trim  
Front buckets         Front buckets is a standard feature. Front buckets is a standard feature.
Front sport buckets Front sport buckets is an optional feature. Front sport buckets is an optional feature. Front sport buckets is an optional feature. Front sport buckets is a standard feature.    
Second-row 3-person bench Second-row 3-person bench is a standard feature. Second-row 3-person bench is a standard feature. Second-row 3-person bench is a standard feature. Second-row 3-person bench is a standard feature.    
Second-row buckets         Second-row buckets is a standard feature. Second-row buckets is a standard feature.
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is an optional feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is an optional feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is an optional feature. Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench is an optional feature.    
Aluminum trimReal aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.         Aluminum trim is a standard feature. Aluminum trim is an optional feature. Aluminum trim is a standard feature.
Real aluminum trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console. Deleted by wood trim even if they appear together.
Automatic seat bolsters, driverThe outside seatback bolster automatically firms up in hard turns.         Automatic seat bolsters, driver is an optional feature.    
The outside seatback bolster automatically firms up in hard turns.
Automatic seat bolsters, front passengerThe outside seatback bolster automatically firms up in hard turns.         Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger is an optional feature.    
The outside seatback bolster automatically firms up in hard turns.
Center armrest(s), front row Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), front row is a standard feature.
Center armrest(s), second row Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is a standard feature. Center armrest(s), second row is an optional feature. Center armrest(s), second row is an optional feature.
Cooled or ventilated front seats       Cooled or ventilated front seats is an optional feature.    
Door sill trim plates Door sill trim plates is a standard feature. Door sill trim plates is a standard feature. Door sill trim plates is a standard feature. Door sill trim plates is a standard feature.    
Floor mats Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature. Floor mats is a standard feature.
Folding second row seatsSeat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.   Folding second row seats is an optional feature. Folding second row seats is an optional feature. Folding second row seats is an optional feature. Folding second row seats is an optional feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature. Folding second row seats is a standard feature.
Seat folds to enlarge cargo area. Unless the seat is also removable, it usually folds flat or nearly flat.
Heated front seats Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is a standard feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature. Heated front seats is an optional feature.
Heated second row seats Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is an optional feature. Heated second row seats is an optional feature.    
Leather door panel trim Leather door panel trim is an optional feature. Leather door panel trim is an optional feature. Leather door panel trim is a standard feature. Leather door panel trim is a standard feature.    
Leather seating surfacesSeating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.   Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature. Leather seating surfaces is an optional feature.
Seating surfaces are trimmed in leather; other upholstery tends to be leatherette.
Leather-wrapped steering wheel Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature. Leather-wrapped steering wheel is a standard feature.
Manual height adjuster, driver seat            
Manual height adjuster, passenger seat            
Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seatManually adjustable lower back support.           Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Manual lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.
Manually adjustable lower back support.
Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seatManually adjustable lower back support.           Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Manual lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.
Manually adjustable lower back support.
Memory system, driver seat Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is a standard feature. Memory system, driver seat is an optional feature. Memory system, driver seat is an optional feature.
Memory system, passenger seat Memory system, passenger seat is an optional feature. Memory system, passenger seat is an optional feature. Memory system, passenger seat is an optional feature.   Memory system, passenger seat is an optional feature. Memory system, passenger seat is an optional feature.
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.   Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.    
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seatLower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.   Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.    
Lower back support power-adjustable vertically as well as in and out.
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature.
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature.
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature.    
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature.    
Power height adjuster, driver seat Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power height adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature.
Power height adjuster, passenger seat Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power height adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature.
Power recliner, driver seat Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, driver seat is an optional feature. Power recliner, driver seat is an optional feature.
Power recliner, passenger seat Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature.
Power seatback bolsters, driver seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.   Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, driver seat is an optional feature.      
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.   Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat is an optional feature.      
Power adjustable bolsters on the seatback, to provide lateral support in hard turns.
Power thigh bolsters, driver seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns.         Power thigh bolsters, driver seat is a standard feature.    
Power adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns.
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seatPower adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns.         Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat is a standard feature.    
Power adjustable bolsters on the seat cushion, to prevent sliding out of the seat in hard turns.
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seatPower-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.   Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature.      
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seatPower-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.   Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature.      
Power-adjustable cushion length; provides better support for long legs.
Power tilt adjuster, driver seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature. Power tilt adjuster, driver seat is an optional feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seatPower tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.   Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is a standard feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat is an optional feature.
Power tilting seat cushion; can take the form of a second height adjustment.
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seatThe upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part.   Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat is an optional feature.    
The upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part.
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seatThe upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part; especially useful when the seat is heavily reclined, to better support the upper back.   Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature. Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat is an optional feature.    
The upper part of the seatback be be adjusted separately from the lower part; especially useful when the seat is heavily reclined, to better support the upper back.
Synthetic leather seating surfacesA.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe.   Synthetic leather seating surfaces is a standard feature. Synthetic leather seating surfaces is a standard feature.        
A.k.a vinyl, leatherette, MB-Tex, NuLuxe.
Synthetic suede headlinerUsually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars.         Synthetic suede headliner is an optional feature.    
Usually also includes synthetic suede on the pillars.
Upholstered instrument panel, leather       Upholstered instrument panel, leather is an optional feature.    
Wood trimReal wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.   Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is a standard feature. Wood trim is an optional feature. Wood trim is an optional feature. Wood trim is an optional feature.
Real wood trim on instrument panel, door panels, and/or center console.
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires  
Active stabilizer barsMotors joining the left and right halves of the stabilizer bars twist them to further reduce roll in turns and disengages them to improve ride quality when not turning.   Active stabilizer bars is an optional feature. Active stabilizer bars is an optional feature. Active stabilizer bars is an optional feature.      
Motors joining the left and right halves of the stabilizer bars twist them to further reduce roll in turns and disengages them to improve ride quality when not turning.
Active steeringThe steering ratio is automatically varied based on vehicle speed and other factors.   Active steering is an optional feature. Active steering is an optional feature. Active steering is an optional feature.      
The steering ratio is automatically varied based on vehicle speed and other factors.
Adaptive dampers - electricalShocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.         Adaptive dampers - electrical is a standard feature.    
Shocks that electrically adjust their firmness based on sensor readings of the road surface. The driver might also be able to select a \"sport\" setting.
Alloy wheels       Alloy wheels is a standard feature.    
Alloy wheels, optional designSame value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models.   Alloy wheels, optional design is an optional feature. Alloy wheels, optional design is an optional feature. Alloy wheels, optional design is an optional feature.      
Same value as regular alloy wheels because no way to compare across models.
Chrome-plated alloy wheelsAlloy wheels plated with chrome. Some use a more durable, alternative process (PVD, Superchrome). Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels.           Chrome-plated alloy wheels is an optional feature. Chrome-plated alloy wheels is an optional feature.
Alloy wheels plated with chrome. Some use a more durable, alternative process (PVD, Superchrome). Replace and include value of regular alloy wheels.
Sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.   Sport suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature. Sport suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature. Sport suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature.   Sport suspension (upgrade) is an optional feature. Sport suspension (upgrade) is a standard feature.
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.         Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) is a standard feature.    
Only listed if not standard on all trims. No value because no way to compare across models.
Transmission  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controlsPaddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.     Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is an optional feature. Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls is an optional feature.      
Paddles or buttons that can be used to manually shift the transmission. Only listed when optional or not always included with an automatic transmission.

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Option Package Contents

Cold Weather Package

Features
Heated steering wheel
Headlight washers

Premium Tier

Features
Leather door panel trim
Leather seating surfaces
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Universal garage door opener
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror

Multicontour seats

Features
Memory system, passenger seat
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Front sport buckets

Executive Tier

Features
Special exterior trim

Cold Weather Package

Features
Heated steering wheel
Headlight washers

Premium Tier

Features
Leather door panel trim
Leather seating surfaces
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat
Universal garage door opener
Auto-dimming rearview mirror
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror

Multicontour seats

Features
Memory system, passenger seat
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Front sport buckets

Executive Tier

Features
Special exterior trim

Individual Composition

Features
Body kit
245/35ZR19 tires
275/30ZR19 tires

Cold Weather Package

Features
Heated steering wheel
Headlight washers

Multicontour seats

Features
Memory system, passenger seat
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat
Front sport buckets

M Multi-Function Sport Seats

Features
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats
Automatic seat bolsters, driver
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat

Climate Package

Features
Heated front seats
Rain-sensing wipers

Premier Plus Package

Features
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat
Power height adjuster, driver seat
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat
Power recliner, driver seat
Memory system, driver seat

Premier Package

Features
Power recliner, passenger seat
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Memory system, passenger seat
Power height adjuster, passenger seat
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat

Climate Package

Features
Heated front seats
Rain-sensing wipers

Premier Plus Package

Features
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat
Power height adjuster, driver seat
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat
Power recliner, driver seat
Memory system, driver seat

Premier Package

Features
Power recliner, passenger seat
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat
Memory system, passenger seat
Power height adjuster, passenger seat
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2008 BMW 5-Series

2008 BMW 5-Series Available Features: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I-Drive and voice/nav system are first-rate. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan 230-horsepower 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The hands free phone system is wonderful. My blackberry integrates seamlessly through bluetooth. My ipod integrates seamlessly as well. Phone lists and playlists from the devices all show up on the iDrive system. The auto climate system is excellent. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 4dr Sedan turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Many more than the 3-series. see full BMW 5-Series review
2008 BMW 5-Series Available Features: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 360-horsepower 4.8L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The "iDrive" computer controls are a little confusing and difficult to use, but not a big deal. see full BMW 5-Series review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Available Features of the 2008- Volvo C30

2008- Volvo C30 Available Features: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
6-speed manual FWD
In 2009 there were a lot of options. I could get exactly what I wanted. Laminated glass, HID lights, integrated bluetooth, etc. see full Volvo C30 review
2008- Volvo C30 Available Features: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
6-speed manual FWD
too many, few packages so any car near what you want will need to be special ordered, and the subsequent wait. see full Volvo C30 review
2008 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
There are none! Most options that one would expect from a car of this price to come with do not come on the C30, all are options and most require a custom build fee. see full Volvo C30 review