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Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 5-Series Price Comparison (MSRP)

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Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 5-Series Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $70,700

BMW 5-Series 528i   
Difference: $3,325

Lowest Total Invoice: $65,080

BMW 5-Series 528i   
Difference: $3,824

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20112011201120112011
ModelE-ClassE-Class5-Series5-Series5-Series
TrimE550E63 AMG528i535i550i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $57,100 $87,600 $45,050 $50,100 $60,200
Base Invoice $53,103 $81,468 $41,645 $46,290 $55,585
Premium 1 Package 4,450 2,550      
Rear Seat Package 440        
Premium 2 Package 2,450 2,450      
Driver Assistance Package 2,950 2,950 1,350 1,350 1,750
Obstacle detection, rear 970 970      
Night vision 1,780 1,780 2,600 2,600 2,600
Metallic paint (extra cost) 720   550 550  
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,910 1,910 2,200 2,200 2,200
Sunshades, second row 380 380      
Premium Package     1,800 1,800  
Xenon HID headlights     900    
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed     2,400 2,400 2,400
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls     500 500 500
Sport Package     2,200 2,200 2,200
Cold Weather Package     650 650 650
Premium Package 2     4,500 4,500 2,400
Active Ventilated Seat Package     1,950 1,950 1,950
Convenience Package     1,700 1,700 1,700
Adaptive dampers - electrical     1,000    
Folding second row seats     475 475 475
Dynamic Handling Package       2,700 2,700
Premium 1 Package 4,139 2,372      
Rear Seat Package 409        
Premium 2 Package 2,279 2,279      
Driver Assistance Package 2,744 2,744 1,230 1,230 1,595
Obstacle detection, rear 902 902      
Night vision 1,655 1,655 2,365 2,365 2,365
Metallic paint (extra cost) 669   500 500  
Entertainment system with dual headrest screens 1,776 1,776 2,000 2,000 2,000
Sunshades, second row 353 353      
Premium Package     1,640 1,640  
Xenon HID headlights     820    
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed     2,185 2,185 2,185
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls     475 475 475
Sport Package     2,000 2,000 2,000
Cold Weather Package     590 590 590
Premium Package 2     4,095 4,095 2,185
Active Ventilated Seat Package     1,775 1,775 1,775
Convenience Package     1,545 1,545 1,545
Adaptive dampers - electrical     910    
Folding second row seats     430 430 430
Dynamic Handling Package       2,455 2,455
Options (change) 16,050 12,990 24,775 25,575 21,525
Options (change) 14,926 12,081 22,560 23,285 19,600
Destination 875 875 875 875 875
Gas Tax 0 1,700 0 0 0
Total Price $74,025 $103,165 $70,700 $76,550 $82,600
Total Invoice $68,904 $96,124 $65,080 $70,450 $76,060

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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 5-Series

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 5-Series 528i
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,250
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,754
Model Year20112011201120112011
ModelE-ClassE-Class5-Series5-Series5-Series
TrimE550E63 AMG528i535i550i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine382hp V8518hp V8240hp I6300hp I6400hp V8
TransmissionT7T7T8T8T8
DrivetrainRWDRWDRWDRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)610, 14610, 14600, 16600, 16600, 16
Tire (rear if not all the same)245/45-17255/40-18245/45-18245/40-19245/40-19
Total Price$74,025$103,165$70,700$76,550$82,600
Adjustments for Features-75-5000-500-500
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$73,950$102,665$70,700$76,050$82,100
Cost Above Minimum$0$28,715$0$5,350$11,400
Total Invoice$68,904$96,124$65,080$70,450$76,060
Adjustments for Features-70-4660-460-460
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$68,834$95,658$65,080$69,990$75,600
Cost Above Minimum$0$26,824$0$4,910$10,520

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Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 5-Series

Model Year20112011201120112011
ModelE-ClassE-Class5-Series5-Series5-Series
TrimE550E63 AMG528i535i550i
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200$1200   
8-speed manually-shiftable automatic  $1300$1300$1300
RWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
Heated steering wheel  $100$100$100
Parking guidance system - passive$250$250   
Power door closers  $300$300$300
Remote app  $25$25$25
Semi-automated parking system  $500$500$500
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Automatic braking, high-speed or partial$200$200   
Blind spot collision prevention$150$150   
Driver drowsiness monitor$150$150   
Knee airbag, driver$75$75   
Lane departure prevention$150$150   
Rollover sensor$50$50   
Temporary spare tire$150$150   
Tires, run-flat  $150$150$150
Cargo Management 
Air-conditioned storage compartment  $50$50$50
Console with shifter $150$150$150$150
Console without shifter$150    
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50$50   
Engine / Motor 
Raised top speed limiter  $0$0$0
Regenerative braking  $0$0$0
Exterior 
Body kit $0   
Bodyside moldings$75    
Rear spoiler $200   
Infotainment 
Bluetooth audio streaming  $25$25$25
CD changer, in-dash$325$325   
CD player  $125$125$125
DVD-compatible player$0$0   
Satellite radio$200$200   
Satellite radio - one year subscription  $250$250$250
SD Card slot$25$25   
SMS text-to-speech reader  $25$25$25
Traffic + travel information  $25$25$25
Traffic information$25$25   
Voice control for external devices  $0$0$0
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Analog clock$25    
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror  $75$75$75
Chronometer $100   
Compass$0$0   
Cornering lights  $50$50$50
Fog light, rear$100$100   
Fog lights  $125$125$125
Power-folding mirrors  $50$50$50
Seats and Interior Trim 
Automatic seat bolsters, driver $300   
Heated second row seats  $200$200$200
Massage, driver seat $100$100$100$100
Massage, passenger seat  $100$100$100
Metal pedals $75   
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat $100$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
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50$50   
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Active stabilizer bars   $500$500
Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable$1000    
Electronic systems calibration selector $200$200$200$200
Rear air springs, auto-leveling $350   
Sport suspension (upgrade) $0   
Transmission 
Launch control $100   
Total Value of Features$4,400$4,825$4,325$4,825$4,825
Value of Feature Adjustments$75$500$0$500$500
Value of Feature Adjustments-70-4660-460-460

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Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. BMW 5-Series

Model Year20112011
ModelE-Class5-Series
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase113.1 in116.9 in
Length191.7 in193.1 in
Width73.0 in73.2 in
Height57.7 in57.6 in
Curb Weight3,826 lb.3,815 lb.
Fuel Capacity21.1 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.9 in40.5 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.8 in58.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.3 in41.4 in
Row 2 Headroom38.2 in38.3 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room56.9 in56.2 in
Row 2 Legroom35.8 in36.1 in
Cargo Volume15.9 ft318.4 ft3

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Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E550

Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
iPod integration100Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Satellite radio200Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
HD radio50Yes
Harman/Kardon, 610W, 14 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested226587%
Total Not Requested35013%
Rear Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Folding second row seats300Yes
Rear seat pass-through100Yes
Total Requested40080%
Total Not Requested10020%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Headlight washers50Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested1500100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested130072%
Total Not Requested50028%

Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz E-Class E63 AMG

Premium 1 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Automatic seat bolsters, driver300No
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Media drive, large15Yes
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic information25Yes
Total Requested144083%
Total Not Requested30017%
Premium 2 Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power decklid350Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested1450100%
Total Not Requested00%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Lane departure prevention system150No
Automatic braking, high-speed200No
Forward collision alert200Yes
Blind spot intervention150No
Total Requested130072%
Total Not Requested50028%

Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 528i

Xenon HID headlights
FeatureValueRequested?
Xenon HID headlights500Yes
Steering-linked headlights150Yes
Cornering lights50No
Total Requested65093%
Total Not Requested507%
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Night vision
FeatureValueRequested?
Night vision1750Yes
Pedestrian detection, night50Yes
Total Requested1800100%
Total Not Requested00%
Folding second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding second row seats300Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested60055%
Total Not Requested50045%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested162593%
Total Not Requested1257%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
245/45WR18 tires200No
Special exterior trim0No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested35041%
Total Not Requested50059%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Heated steering wheel100No
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested25045%
Total Not Requested30055%
Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
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 Requested221578%
Total Not Requested62522%
Active Ventilated Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Massage, passenger seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested95070%
Total Not Requested40030%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power door closers300No
Power decklid350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested60067%
Total Not Requested30033%

Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 535i

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Night vision
FeatureValueRequested?
Night vision1750Yes
Pedestrian detection, night50Yes
Total Requested1800100%
Total Not Requested00%
Folding second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding second row seats300Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested60055%
Total Not Requested50045%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Auto-dimming driver-side mirror75Yes
Power-folding mirrors50No
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror75No
Interior ambient lighting150Yes
Upholstered door panels, leather250Yes
Total Requested162593%
Total Not Requested1257%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special exterior trim0No
245/40ZR19 tires200No
275/35ZR19 tires200No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested35033%
Total Not Requested70067%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Heated steering wheel100No
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested25045%
Total Not Requested30055%
Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Obstacle detection, front150Yes
Obstacle detection, rear250Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
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 Requested221578%
Total Not Requested62522%
Active Ventilated Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Massage, passenger seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested95070%
Total Not Requested40030%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power door closers300No
Power decklid350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested60067%
Total Not Requested30033%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Active stabilizer bars500No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%

Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 550i

Adaptive cruise control, all-speed
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive cruise control, all-speed700Yes
Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system0Yes
Forward collision alert200Yes
Total Requested900100%
Total Not Requested00%
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls
FeatureValueRequested?
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls100Yes
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested300100%
Total Not Requested00%
Night vision
FeatureValueRequested?
Night vision1750Yes
Pedestrian detection, night50Yes
Total Requested1800100%
Total Not Requested00%
Folding second row seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Folding second row seats300Yes
Second-row 2-section 3-person split bench100No
Total Requested30075%
Total Not Requested10025%
Driver Assistance Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming headlights200Yes
Lane departure warning system200Yes
Blind spot warning system200Yes
Parking guidance system - active500No
Total Requested60055%
Total Not Requested50045%
Sport Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Special exterior trim0No
245/40ZR19 tires200No
275/35ZR19 tires200No
Raised top speed limiter0No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested35033%
Total Not Requested70067%
Cold Weather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Heated second row seats200No
Heated steering wheel100No
Headlight washers50Yes
Total Requested25045%
Total Not Requested30055%
Premium Package 2
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Surround sound250Yes
Unbranded, 600W, 16 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
iPod integration100Yes
Satellite radio - one year subscription250No
Voice control for external devices0No
Total Requested110065%
Total Not Requested60035%
Active Ventilated Seat Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Heated front seats200Yes
Cooled or ventilated front seats300Yes
Massage, driver seat100Yes
Massage, passenger seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, driver seat100Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Power thigh support adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Memory system, passenger seat150Yes
Front sport buckets100Yes
Total Requested95070%
Total Not Requested40030%
Convenience Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Power door closers300No
Power decklid350Yes
Proximity key250Yes
Total Requested60067%
Total Not Requested30033%
Dynamic Handling Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Adaptive shocks - electrical500Yes
Active stabilizer bars500No
Electronic systems calibration selector200Yes
Total Requested70058%
Total Not Requested50042%

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