| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
Ford Flex vs. BMW 5-Series 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.
Ford Flex vs. BMW 5-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $43,890 Ford Flex Limited | |||||||
| Difference: $10,327 | |||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $41,937 Ford Flex Limited | |||||||
| Difference: $8,850 | |||||||
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| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Flex | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | Limited | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | 540d | M550i | M5 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $38,400 | $52,400 | $52,400 | $57,700 | $62,000 | $73,400 | $102,600 |
| Base Invoice | $36,672 | $49,410 | $49,410 | $54,340 | $58,340 | $68,940 | $96,100 |
| Package 301A / 303A | 2,900 | ||||||
| Sunroof | 1,595 | 0 | |||||
| Premium Tier | 2,300 | 2,300 | 2,300 | 2,300 | |||
| Parking Assistance Package | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | 700 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | 190 | 190 | 190 | 190 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 150 | 150 | 150 | 150 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,450 | 1,450 | |||||
| Apple CarPlay support | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | 300 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 550 | 550 | 550 | 550 | |||
| Luxury Seating Package | 1,200 | ||||||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 1,000 | ||||||
| Heated front seats | 500 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||||
| Package 301A / 303A | 2,755 | ||||||
| Sunroof | 1,515 | 0 | |||||
| Premium Tier | 2,115 | 2,115 | 2,115 | 2,115 | |||
| Parking Assistance Package | 645 | 645 | 645 | 645 | 645 | ||
| Heated steering wheel | 175 | 175 | 175 | 175 | |||
| Temporary spare tire | 140 | 140 | 140 | 140 | |||
| Leather seating surfaces | 1,335 | 1,335 | |||||
| Apple CarPlay support | 275 | 275 | 275 | 275 | 275 | 275 | |
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 505 | 505 | 505 | 505 | |||
| Luxury Seating Package | 1,105 | ||||||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 920 | ||||||
| Heated front seats | 455 | ||||||
| Wood trim | 0 | 0 | |||||
| Options (change) | 4,495 | 5,640 | 5,490 | 4,190 | 4,190 | 3,850 | 300 |
| Options (change) | 4,270 | 5,190 | 5,050 | 3,855 | 3,855 | 3,540 | 275 |
| Destination | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 0 | 0 | -4,668 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1,000 |
| Total Price | $43,890 | $59,035 | $54,217 | $62,885 | $67,185 | $78,245 | $104,895 |
| Total Invoice | $41,937 | $55,595 | $50,787 | $59,190 | $63,190 | $73,475 | $98,370 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Ford Flex vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Ford Flex Limited | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $11,317 | |||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $9,796 | |||||||
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Flex | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | Limited | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | 540d | M550i | M5 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 287hp V6 | 248hp I4 | 180hp I4 PiH | 335hp I6 | 261hp I6 D | 456hp V8 | 600hp V8 |
| Transmission | T6 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | AWD | AWD | 4WD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 390, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 | 600, 16 | 600, 16 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-20 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 | 245/40-19 | 275/40-19 |
| Total Price | $43,890 | $59,035 | $54,217 | $62,885 | $67,185 | $78,245 | $104,895 |
| Adjustments for Features | -990 | -225 | 0 | -225 | -2,175 | -5,075 | -5,475 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $42,900 | $58,810 | $54,217 | $62,660 | $65,010 | $73,170 | $99,420 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,593 | $0 | $8,443 | $10,793 | $18,953 | $45,203 |
| Total Invoice | $41,937 | $55,595 | $50,787 | $59,190 | $63,190 | $73,475 | $98,370 |
| Adjustments for Features | -946 | -212 | 0 | -212 | -2,046 | -4,766 | -5,134 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $40,991 | $55,383 | $50,787 | $58,978 | $61,144 | $68,709 | $93,236 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $4,596 | $0 | $8,191 | $10,357 | $17,922 | $42,449 |
Features Comparison: Ford Flex vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Flex | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | Limited | 530i | 530e iPerformance | 540i | 540d | M550i | M5 |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | |||||||
| 6-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1100 | ||||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | $1300 | |
| FWD | $0 | ||||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||||
| AWD | $1700 | $1700 | |||||
| 4WD | $1700 | ||||||
| Accessories | |||||||
| AC power outlet | $100 | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control | $600 | ||||||
| Cruise control | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Keyless entry keypad | $50 | ||||||
| Power liftgate | $350 | ||||||
| Power trunk closer | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Power-adjustable pedals | $125 | ||||||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Remote start | $150 | ||||||
| Remote window/roof operation | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | |
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | |||||||
| 911 assist | $25 | ||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Blind spot warning system | $200 | ||||||
| Brake assist | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | ||||||
| Curve control | $50 | ||||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Forward collision warning | $200 | ||||||
| Hill descent control | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | $0 | ||||||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Safety key | $5 | ||||||
| Side curtain airbags | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | $350 | |
| Side curtain airbags, three rows | $500 | ||||||
| Temporary spare tire | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Torque vectoring, brake-based | $100 | ||||||
| Vehicle health reports | $0 | ||||||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Cargo Management | |||||||
| Air-conditioned storage compartment | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Cargo net | $40 | ||||||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | ||||||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Climate Control | |||||||
| Automatic air recirculation | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Heated windshield washer nozzles | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Rear air vents with manual controls | $150 | ||||||
| Rear HVAC unit | $400 | ||||||
| Rear wiper | $175 | ||||||
| Residual heat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Drivetrain | |||||||
| Active rear differential | $500 | ||||||
| Engine / Motor | |||||||
| 3.5 kW onboard charger | $0 | ||||||
| 9 kWh battery pack | $0 | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Dual-mode exhaust, switchable | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Exterior | |||||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Black exterior trim (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | ||||||
| Deep-tinted rear windows | $275 | ||||||
| Glass roof panel(s) | $300 | ||||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | ||||||
| Painted brake calipers (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Rear bumper protector | $40 | ||||||
| Rear spoiler | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Infotainment | |||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Android Auto support | $100 | ||||||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Gesture control system | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | $15 | |
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Satellite radio | $200 | ||||||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Telematics service, such as OnStar | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | |
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | |||||||
| Auto-dimming driver-side mirror | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | $75 | |
| Auto-dimming headlights | $200 | $200 | |||||
| Compass | $0 | ||||||
| Cornering lights | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Fog lights | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | $125 | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | ||||||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | ||||||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Large color reconfigurable instrument cluster display | $250 | $250 | |||||
| Large energy flow and fuel economy display | $25 | ||||||
| LED headlights | $1000 | $1000 | |||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | $750 | $750 | |||
| Mirror tilt-down in reverse | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Steering-linked headlights | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Turn signals on or near mirrors | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | |
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | ||||||
| Seats and Interior Trim | |||||||
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Leather door panel trim | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Manual recliner, second row seats | $75 | ||||||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Manual thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |||
| Massage, driver seat | $100 | ||||||
| Massage, passenger seat | $100 | ||||||
| Memory system, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | |||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | $75 | |||||
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, driver seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power headrest height adjuster, passenger seat | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | |
| Power lumbar adjuster, driver seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power release, second row seats | $50 | ||||||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Power thigh bolsters, driver seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | ||||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | |||||
| Power-stowing third row seats | $1000 | ||||||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | ||||||
| Tailgating position, third row seats | $50 | ||||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | |||||
| Wood trim | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | |
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | ||||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | |||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | |||||
| Additional powertrain and chassis calibration options | $0 | ||||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | |
| Performance steering system (optional) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | |||||
| Transmission | |||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | |
| Total Value of Features | $9,635 | $8,870 | $8,645 | $8,870 | $10,820 | $13,720 | $14,120 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $990 | $225 | $0 | $225 | $2,175 | $5,075 | $5,475 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | -946 | -212 | 0 | -212 | -2,046 | -4,766 | -5,134 |
Specifications Comparison: Ford Flex vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2018 | 2018 |
| Model | Flex | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 117.9 in | 117.1 in |
| Length | 201.8 in | 194.6 in |
| Width | 75.9 in | 73.5 in |
| Height | 68.0 in | 58.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,472 lb. | 3,747 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 41.8 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 58.4 in | 58.7 in |
| Row 1 Hip Room | 55.5 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 40.8 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 40.5 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.1 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 2 Hip Room | 55.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 44.3 in | 36.5 in |
| Row 3 Headroom | 38.7 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Shoulder Room | 50.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Hip Room | 41.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Row 3 Legroom | 33.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.0 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.2 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.2 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Ford Flex Limited
| Package 301A / 303A | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Tilt/telescoping steering wheel, power | 100 | Yes |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power recliner, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Adaptive cruise control | 450 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Tailgating position, third row seats | 50 | No |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | No |
| Power-stowing third row seats | 400 | No |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | No |
| 255/45VR20 tires | 400 | No |
| Total Requested | 1300 | 46% |
| Total Not Requested | 1500 | 54% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530i
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 27% |
| Parking Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 47% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530e iPerformance
| Leather seating surfaces | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | No |
| Total Requested | 900 | 78% |
| Total Not Requested | 250 | 22% |
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 27% |
| Parking Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 47% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540i
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 27% |
| Parking Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 47% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540d
| Premium Tier | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Gesture control system | 100 | No |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Power trunk closer | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 1200 | 73% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 27% |
| Parking Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 47% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series M550i
| Parking Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Total Requested | 500 | 53% |
| Total Not Requested | 450 | 47% |
| Luxury Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 300 | 60% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 40% |
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