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Mercedes-Benz S-Class 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.
Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 5-Series Invoice Comparison
Lowest Total Price: $68,620 BMW 5-Series 530i | ||||||
| Difference: $30,590 | ||||||
Lowest Total Invoice: $64,400 BMW 5-Series 530i | ||||||
| Difference: $27,996 | ||||||
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| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | S550 | S63 AMG | S600 | S65 AMG | 530i | 540i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Base Price | $86,700 | $127,000 | $144,200 | $194,000 | $51,200 | $56,450 |
| Base Invoice | $80,631 | $118,110 | $134,106 | $180,420 | $48,295 | $53,180 |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,850 | 2,850 | ||||
| Premium III Package | 6,190 | 2,090 | ||||
| Sunshades, second row, power | 710 | |||||
| Heated steering wheel | 460 | |||||
| iPod integration | 425 | 425 | 425 | 425 | ||
| Driver Assistance Plus II | 1,700 | 1,700 | ||||
| Driving Assistance Package | 1,800 | 1,800 | ||||
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | 1,400 | 1,400 | ||||
| Premium Package | 2,300 | |||||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 575 | 575 | ||||
| Luxury Seating Package | 1,600 | 1,600 | ||||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 1,000 | 1,000 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package | 800 | 800 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 1,000 | |||||
| Power door closers | 600 | 600 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | 500 | 500 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | 150 | 150 | ||||
| Night vision | 2,300 | 2,300 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 700 | 700 | ||||
| Proximity key | 650 | |||||
| Power trunk closer | 500 | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | 2,650 | 2,650 | ||||
| Premium III Package | 5,757 | 1,944 | ||||
| Sunshades, second row, power | 660 | |||||
| Heated steering wheel | 428 | |||||
| iPod integration | 395 | 395 | 395 | 395 | ||
| Driver Assistance Plus II | 1,565 | 1,565 | ||||
| Driving Assistance Package | 1,655 | 1,655 | ||||
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | 1,290 | 1,290 | ||||
| Premium Package | 2,115 | |||||
| Sunshade, rear, power | 530 | 530 | ||||
| Luxury Seating Package | 1,470 | 1,470 | ||||
| Upgraded leather upholstery | 920 | 920 | ||||
| Cold Weather Package | 735 | 735 | ||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | 920 | |||||
| Power door closers | 550 | 550 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | 460 | 460 | ||||
| Temporary spare tire | 140 | 140 | ||||
| Night vision | 2,115 | 2,115 | ||||
| Metallic paint (extra cost) | 645 | 645 | ||||
| Proximity key | 600 | |||||
| Power trunk closer | 460 | |||||
| Options (change) | 10,635 | 5,365 | 425 | 425 | 16,425 | 14,275 |
| Options (change) | 9,890 | 4,989 | 395 | 395 | 15,110 | 13,135 |
| Destination | 875 | 875 | 875 | 875 | 995 | 995 |
| Gas Tax | 1,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 | 3,000 | 0 | 0 |
| Total Price | $99,210 | $136,240 | $148,500 | $198,300 | $68,620 | $71,720 |
| Total Invoice | $92,396 | $126,974 | $138,376 | $184,690 | $64,400 | $67,310 |
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TrueDelta Value Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 5-Series
| Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 5-Series 530i | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $33,440 | ||||||
| TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $30,671 | ||||||
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | S550 | S63 AMG | S600 | S65 AMG | 530i | 540i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Engine | 382hp V8 | 518hp V8 | 510hp V12 | 604hp V12 | 248hp I4 | 335hp I6 |
| Transmission | T7 | T7 | T5 | T5 | T8 | T8 |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway) | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG | / MPG |
| Audio (watts, speakers) | 600, 14 | 600, 14 | 600, 14 | 600, 14 | 205, 12 | 205, 12 |
| Tire (rear if not all the same) | 255/45-18 | 255/35-20 | 255/45-18 | 255/35-20 | 245/45-18 | 245/45-18 |
| Total Price | $99,210 | $136,240 | $148,500 | $198,300 | $68,620 | $71,720 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,225 | -5,325 | -5,250 | -2,850 | -1,975 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Price | $99,210 | $133,015 | $143,175 | $193,050 | $65,770 | $69,745 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $33,805 | $43,965 | $93,840 | $0 | $3,975 |
| Total Invoice | $92,396 | $126,974 | $138,376 | $184,690 | $64,400 | $67,310 |
| Adjustments for Features | 0 | -3,006 | -4,962 | -4,890 | -2,675 | -1,854 |
| Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice | $92,396 | $123,968 | $133,414 | $179,800 | $61,725 | $65,456 |
| Cost Above Minimum | $0 | $31,572 | $41,018 | $87,404 | $0 | $3,731 |
Features Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2008 | 2017 | 2017 |
| Model | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | S-Class | 5-Series | 5-Series |
| Trim | S550 | S63 AMG | S600 | S65 AMG | 530i | 540i |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan |
| Transmission and Drivetrain | ||||||
| 7-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1200 | $1200 | ||||
| 5-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| 8-speed manually-shiftable automatic | $1300 | $1300 | ||||
| RWD | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Accessories | ||||||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed | $850 | $850 | $850 | $850 | ||
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed, road sign aware | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Heated steering wheel | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Low-speed semi-autonomous driving | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Parking guidance system - passive | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Remote app | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Semi-automated parking system | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Sunshades, second row | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Sunshades, second row, power | $225 | $225 | $225 | $225 | ||
| Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety | ||||||
| Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Animal detection, night | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Around view cameras | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Automatic braking, low-speed | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Cross-traffic warning, rear | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Driver drowsiness monitor | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Evasive maneuver assist | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Knee airbag, driver | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Knee airbag, passenger | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Lane departure warning | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Lane keeping assist | $400 | $400 | ||||
| Pedestrian detection | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Pedestrian detection, night | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Rear side airbags | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Rearview camera | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Side collision intervention | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Tires, run-flat | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Wide-view front camera | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Cargo Management | ||||||
| Cargo net | $40 | $40 | $40 | $40 | ||
| Console with shifter | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Console without shifter | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Overhead sunglass holder | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Rear seat pass-through | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Storage compartment under front seat(s) | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Climate Control | ||||||
| Rear air vents | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Rear air vents with automatic controls | $250 | $250 | ||||
| Rear dual-zone climate control | $125 | $125 | ||||
| Wiper de-icer | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Engine / Motor | ||||||
| Automatic start / stop | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Regenerative braking | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Exterior | ||||||
| Active grille shutters | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Body kit | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Bright-finished exhaust tip(s) | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Laminated front side windows | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Panoramic sunroof | $1200 | $1200 | ||||
| Sunroof | $900 | $900 | $900 | $900 | ||
| Infotainment | ||||||
| 4G LTE connectivity | $0 | $0 | ||||
| App support | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Aux input | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Bluetooth cell phone link | $100 | $100 | ||||
| CD changer, in-dash | $325 | $325 | $325 | $325 | ||
| CD player | $125 | $125 | ||||
| DVD-Audio-compatible player | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| DVD-compatible player | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Handwriting recognition | $200 | $200 | ||||
| HD radio | $50 | $50 | ||||
| In-vehicle Internet | $150 | $150 | ||||
| iPod integration | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Media drive | $15 | $15 | ||||
| Navigation map updates, three years | $0 | $0 | ||||
| S Voice support | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Satellite radio | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | $250 | |||||
| SD Card slot | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Siri Eyes Free support | $0 | $0 | ||||
| SMS text-to-speech reader | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Surround sound | $250 | $250 | $250 | $250 | ||
| Text dictation | $50 | $50 | ||||
| Traffic + travel information | $25 | $25 | ||||
| USB port | $25 | $25 | ||||
| Voice control for external devices | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Voice recorder | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Wi-Fi hotspot | $50 | |||||
| Wireless charging station | $75 | |||||
| Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors | ||||||
| Analog clock | $25 | |||||
| Chronometer | $100 | $100 | $100 | |||
| Digital instruments | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | ||
| Fog light, rear | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Head-up display (HUD) | $350 | $350 | ||||
| Headlight washers | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat | $100 | $100 | $100 | $100 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | ||
| Interior ambient lighting, configurable | $150 | $150 | ||||
| LED headlights, single projector or low beam only | $750 | $750 | ||||
| Xenon HID headlights | $500 | $500 | $500 | $500 | ||
| Seats and Interior Trim | ||||||
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | $300 | $300 | $300 | $300 | ||
| Cooled or ventilated second row seats | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Folding second row seats | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Heated second row seats | $200 | $200 | $200 | $200 | ||
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | $150 | |
| Memory system, second row seats | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Metal pedals | $75 | |||||
| Power headrest height adjuster, second row seats | $75 | $75 | ||||
| Power recliner, second row seats | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power seat belt height adjusters, front row | $25 | $25 | $25 | $25 | ||
| Power seatback bolsters, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power seatback bolsters, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power tilt adjuster, second row seats | $150 | $150 | ||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Power-folding headrests, second row seats | $50 | $50 | $50 | $50 | ||
| Synthetic suede headliner | $650 | $650 | $650 | |||
| Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel | $300 | $300 | ||||
| Upholstered instrument panel, leather | $1000 | $1000 | ||||
| Wood/leather-wrapped steering wheel | $150 | |||||
| Suspension, Wheels, and Tires | ||||||
| Adaptive dampers - electrical | $500 | $500 | ||||
| Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable | $4000 | $4000 | $4000 | |||
| Air suspension, auto-leveling and height adjustable | $1000 | |||||
| Electronic systems calibration selector | $200 | $200 | ||||
| Sport suspension (upgrade) | $0 | $0 | ||||
| Transmission | ||||||
| Launch control | $100 | $100 | ||||
| Total Value of Features | $8,965 | $12,190 | $14,290 | $14,215 | $11,815 | $10,940 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | $0 | $3,225 | $5,325 | $5,250 | $2,850 | $1,975 |
| Value of Feature Adjustments | 0 | -3,006 | -4,962 | -4,890 | -2,675 | -1,854 |
Specifications Comparison: Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. BMW 5-Series
| Model Year | 2008 | 2017 |
| Model | S-Class | 5-Series |
| Body | 4dr Sedan, ext. | 4dr Sedan |
| Wheelbase | 124.6 in | 117.1 in |
| Length | 205.0 in | 194.6 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 73.5 in |
| Height | 58.0 in | 58.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,466 lb. | 3,747 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 23.8 gal. | 18.0 gal. |
| Row 1 Headroom | 37.8 in | 38.8 in |
| Row 1 Shoulder Room | 59.1 in | 58.7 in |
| Row 1 Legroom | 41.9 in | 41.4 in |
| Row 2 Headroom | 38.5 in | 37.5 in |
| Row 2 Shoulder Room | 58.7 in | 55.9 in |
| Row 2 Legroom | 42.3 in | 36.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.3 ft3 | 18.7 ft3 |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S550
| Premium III Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Night vision | 1750 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic seat bolsters, driver | 300 | No |
| Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger | 300 | No |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 300 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 3600 | 86% |
| Total Not Requested | 600 | 14% |
Option Package Details
Mercedes-Benz S-Class S63 AMG
| Premium III Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Night vision | 1750 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 1950 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 530i
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Night vision | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Night vision | 1750 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection, night | 50 | No |
| Animal detection, night | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1750 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 5% |
| Driver Assistance Plus II | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware | 850 | No |
| Low-speed semi-autonomous driving | 100 | No |
| Side collision prevention | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 11% |
| Total Not Requested | 1550 | 89% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 37% |
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Evasive maneuver assist | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 19% |
| Total Not Requested | 1700 | 81% |
| Premium Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Leather seating surfaces | 900 | Yes |
| Power decklid | 350 | Yes |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Satellite radio - one year subscription | 250 | No |
| Leather door panel trim | 250 | Yes |
| Wi-Fi hotspot | 50 | No |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Wireless charging station | 75 | No |
| Total Requested | 1750 | 79% |
| Total Not Requested | 475 | 21% |
| Luxury Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 19% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series 540i
| Sunshade, rear, power | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Sunshade, rear, power | 225 | Yes |
| Sunshades, second row | 125 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 350 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
| Night vision | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Night vision | 1750 | Yes |
| Pedestrian detection, night | 50 | No |
| Animal detection, night | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 1750 | 95% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 5% |
| Proximity key | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Proximity key | 250 | Yes |
| Hands-free trunk or liftgate | 100 | No |
| Total Requested | 250 | 71% |
| Total Not Requested | 100 | 29% |
| Driver Assistance Plus II | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Radar- or camera-based collision preparation system | 0 | Yes |
| Automatic braking, high-speed or partial | 200 | Yes |
| Lane keeping assist system | 400 | No |
| Adaptive cruise control, all-speed and road sign aware | 850 | No |
| Low-speed semi-autonomous driving | 100 | No |
| Side collision prevention | 200 | No |
| Total Requested | 200 | 11% |
| Total Not Requested | 1550 | 89% |
| Driving Assistance Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Obstacle detection, front | 150 | Yes |
| Obstacle detection, rear | 250 | Yes |
| Rearview camera | 200 | Yes |
| Head-up display (HUD) | 350 | No |
| Total Requested | 600 | 63% |
| Total Not Requested | 350 | 37% |
| Driving Assistance Plus Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Semi-automated parking system | 500 | No |
| Rear cross-traffic detection | 100 | No |
| Evasive maneuver assist | 200 | No |
| Blind spot warning system | 200 | Yes |
| Around view cameras | 300 | No |
| Wide-view front camera | 150 | No |
| Lane departure warning system | 200 | No |
| Automatic braking, low-speed | 200 | No |
| Forward collision warning | 200 | Yes |
| Speed limit information | 0 | No |
| Pedestrian detection | 50 | No |
| Total Requested | 400 | 19% |
| Total Not Requested | 1700 | 81% |
| Luxury Seating Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Cooled or ventilated front seats | 300 | Yes |
| Massage, driver seat | 100 | Yes |
| Massage, passenger seat | 100 | Yes |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat | 100 | No |
| Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat | 50 | Yes |
| Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat | 100 | No |
| Memory system, passenger seat | 150 | Yes |
| Front sport buckets | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 850 | 81% |
| Total Not Requested | 200 | 19% |
| Cold Weather Package | ||
| Feature | Value | Requested? |
| Heated front seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated second row seats | 200 | Yes |
| Heated steering wheel | 100 | Yes |
| Total Requested | 500 | 100% |
| Total Not Requested | 0 | 0% |
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