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Cadillac CTS vs. BMW 5-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Cadillac CTS vs. BMW 5-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $60,325

BMW 5-Series 528i   
Difference: $7,420

Lowest Total Invoice: $55,645

BMW 5-Series 528i   
Difference: $7,565

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year2010201120112011
ModelCTS5-Series5-Series5-Series
TrimCTS-V528i535i550i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $60,720 $45,050 $50,100 $60,200
Base Invoice $56,773 $41,645 $46,290 $55,585
Recaro performance seats 3,400      
Wood trim 600      
Panoramic sunroof 900      
Premium Package   1,800 1,800  
Active Ventilated Seat Package   1,950 1,950 1,950
Premium Package 2   4,500 4,500  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   500    
Sport Package   2,200 2,200 2,200
Xenon HID headlights   900    
Metallic paint (extra cost)   550 550  
Proximity key   1,000 1,000 1,000
Adaptive dampers - electrical   1,000    
Dynamic Handling Package     2,700 2,700
iPod integration       400
Satellite radio - one year subscription       350
Recaro performance seats 2,992      
Wood trim 528      
Panoramic sunroof 792      
Premium Package   1,640 1,640  
Active Ventilated Seat Package   1,775 1,775 1,775
Premium Package 2   4,095 4,095  
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls   475    
Sport Package   2,000 2,000 2,000
Xenon HID headlights   820    
Metallic paint (extra cost)   500 500  
Proximity key   910 910 910
Adaptive dampers - electrical   910    
Dynamic Handling Package     2,455 2,455
iPod integration       365
Satellite radio - one year subscription       320
Options (change) 4,900 14,400 14,700 8,600
Options (change) 4,312 13,125 13,375 7,825
Destination 825 875 875 875
Gas Tax 1,300 0 0 0
Total Price $67,745 $60,325 $65,675 $69,675
Total Invoice $63,210 $55,645 $60,540 $64,285

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. BMW 5-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 5-Series 528i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $9,635
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,608
Model Year2010201120112011
ModelCTS5-Series5-Series5-Series
TrimCTS-V528i535i550i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine556hp V8240hp I6300hp I6400hp V8
TransmissionM6T8T8T8
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)300, 10600, 16600, 16205, 12
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/40-19245/45-18245/40-19245/40-19
Total Price$67,745$60,325$65,675$69,675
Adjustments for Features0-2,215-2,615-1,815
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$67,745$58,110$63,060$67,860
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$4,950$9,750
Total Invoice$63,210$55,645$60,540$64,285
Adjustments for Features0-2,043-2,411-1,675
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$63,210$53,602$58,129$62,610
Cost Above Minimum$0$0$4,527$9,008

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Features Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. BMW 5-Series

Model Year2010201120112011
ModelCTS5-Series5-Series5-Series
TrimCTS-V528i535i550i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manual$150   
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic $1300$1300$1300
RWD$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Remote app $25$25$25
Remote window/roof operation $15$15$15
Sunshade, rear, power $225$225 
Sunshades, second row $125$125 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0$0$0
Obstacle detection, front $150$150$150
Rearview camera $200$200 
Rollover sensor$50   
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment $50$50$50
Cargo mat$40   
Climate Control 
Heated windshield washer nozzles $15$15$15
Rain-sensing wipers $175$175$175
Residual heat $50$50$50
Variable intermittent wipers$75   
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential$300   
Engine / Motor 
Raised top speed limiter $0$0$0
Regenerative braking $0$0$0
Exterior 
Body kit$0   
Panoramic sunroof$1200   
Sunroof $900$900$900
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming $25$25$25
DVD-compatible player$0   
HD radio $50$50$50
iPod integration $100$100$100
Satellite radio$200   
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250$250$250
SMS text-to-speech reader $25$25$25
Surround sound$250$250$250 
Telematics service, such as OnStar $200$200$200
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225   
Traffic + travel information $25$25$25
Traffic information$25   
USB port$25   
Voice control for external devices $0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror $75$75$75
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75$75$75
Boost gauge$75   
Compass$0   
Cornering lights $50$50$50
Headlight washers$50   
Mirror tilt-down in reverse $25$25$25
Power-folding mirrors $50$50$50
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25$25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Leather door panel trim $250$250$250
Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$50   
Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$50   
Massage, driver seat $100$100$100
Massage, passenger seat $100$100$100
Memory system, passenger seat $150$150$150
Metal pedals$75   
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat $150$150$150
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat $150$150$150
Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat $50$50$50
Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat $50$50$50
Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat$100   
Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$100   
Power seatback bolsters, driver seat$100   
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat$100   
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat$100   
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat$100   
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100$100$100
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat $100$100$100
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat $100$100$100
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat $100$100$100
Synthetic suede inserts in leather seating surfaces$0   
Upholstered instrument panel$300   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars  $500$500
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade)$0   
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls $100  
Total Value of Features$3,740$5,955$6,355$5,555
Value of Feature Adjustments$0$2,215$2,615$1,815
Value of Feature Adjustments0-2,043-2,411-1,675

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Specifications Comparison: Cadillac CTS vs. BMW 5-Series

Model Year20102011
ModelCTS5-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.4 in116.9 in
Length191.6 in193.1 in
Width72.5 in73.2 in
Height58.0 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,848 lb.3,815 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.0 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom38.8 in40.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room56.7 in58.3 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.1 in0.0 in
Row 1 Legroom42.4 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom37.2 in38.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room54.7 in56.2 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.1 in0.0 in
Row 2 Legroom35.9 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume13.6 ft318.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Cadillac CTS CTS-V

Recaro performance seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Manual thigh support adjuster, driver seat50Yes
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, driver100No
Manual thigh support adjuster, passenger seat50Yes
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat100No
Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat100No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Metal pedals75No
Total Requested50051%
Total Not Requested47549%

Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i

Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested20067%
Total Not Requested10033%
Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Total Requested65093%
Total Not Requested507%
Proximity key
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Total Requested130074%
Total Not Requested45026%
Active Ventilated Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested60044%
Total Not Requested75056%
Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
Surround sound250Yes
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
iPod integration100Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Voice control for external devices0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested151553%
Total Not Requested132547%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/45WR18 tires200No
Special exterior trim0No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested10012%
Total Not Requested75088%

Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i

Proximity key
FeatureValueRequested?
Proximity key250Yes
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Total Requested400100%
Total Not Requested00%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Active stabilizer bars500No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special exterior trim0No
245/40ZR19 tires200No
275/35ZR19 tires200No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested10010%
Total Not Requested95090%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75No
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250No
Total Requested130074%
Total Not Requested45026%
Active Ventilated Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested60044%
Total Not Requested75056%
Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunshades, second row125No
Sunshade, rear, power225No
Obstacle detection, front150No
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200No
Surround sound250Yes
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
iPod integration100Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Voice control for external devices0No
Navigation system600Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
Total Requested151553%
Total Not Requested132547%

Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 550i

iPod integration
FeatureValueRequested?
iPod integration100Yes
Voice control for external devices0No
Total Requested100100%
Total Not Requested00%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Active stabilizer bars500No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special exterior trim0No
245/40ZR19 tires200No
275/35ZR19 tires200No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested10010%
Total Not Requested95090%
Active Ventilated Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100No
Massage, passenger seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150No
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested60044%
Total Not Requested75056%

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