Mercedes-Benz S-Class Mercedes-Benz S-Class 2009 BMW 5-Series BMW 5-Series 2008

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

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

Lowest Total Price: $96,880

BMW 5-Series M5   
Difference: $39,240

Lowest Total Invoice: $89,525

BMW 5-Series M5   
Difference: $37,338

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  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20092008
ModelS-Class5-Series
TrimS63 AMGM5
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan
Base Price $131,350 $83,900
Base Invoice $122,156 $77,370
iPod integration 425 400
Heated steering wheel 470 200
M Multi-Function Sport Seats   1,900
Sunshade, rear, power   575
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   3,500
Rear side airbags   385
Proximity key   1,000
Wood trim   0
Power door closers   600
Rear spoiler   0
Satellite radio - one year subscription   595
iPod integration 395 365
Heated steering wheel 437 180
M Multi-Function Sport Seats   1,730
Sunshade, rear, power   525
Upholstered instrument panel, leather   3,185
Rear side airbags   350
Proximity key   910
Wood trim   0
Power door closers   545
Rear spoiler   0
Satellite radio - one year subscription   540
Options (change) 895 9,155
Options (change) 832 8,330
Destination 875 825
Gas Tax 3,000 3,000
Total Price $136,120 $96,880
Total Invoice $126,863 $89,525

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

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: BMW 5-Series M5
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $34,925
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $33,316
Model Year20092008
ModelS-Class5-Series
TrimS63 AMGM5
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan
Engine518hp V8500hp V10
TransmissionT7S7
DrivetrainRWDRWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)11/17 MPG11/17 MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)600, 14420, 13
Tire (rear if not all the same)255/35-20255/40-19
Total Price$136,120$96,880
Adjustments for Features-4,3150
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$131,805$96,880
Total Invoice$126,863$89,525
Adjustments for Features-4,0220
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$122,841$89,525

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

Model Year20092008
ModelS-Class5-Series
TrimS63 AMGM5
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
7-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1200 
7-speed automated manual $1200
RWD$0$0
Accessories 
Power trunk closer$350 
Sunshades, second row $125
Sunshades, second row, power$225 
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
Active or whiplash-reducing head restraints, front seats $0
Brake- or yaw-sensor-initiated collision preparation system$0 
Rearview camera$200 
Rollover sensor$50 
Temporary spare tire$150 
Cargo Management 
Cargo net$40 
Console with shifter $150
Console without shifter$150 
Overhead sunglass holder$25 
Storage compartment under front seat(s)$50 
Climate Control 
Rear air vents$100 
Rear air vents with manual controls $150
Wiper de-icer$25 
Drivetrain 
Limited-slip rear differential $300
Exterior 
Laminated front side windows$200 
Rear spoiler $200
Infotainment 
Aux input $50
Bluetooth cell phone link $100
CD changer, in-dash$325 
CD changer, remote $200
CD player $125
DVD-Audio-compatible player$0 
MP3-compatible player$50 
Satellite radio$200 
Satellite radio - one year subscription $250
SD Card slot$25 
Traffic information $25
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Auto-dimming passenger-side mirror $75
Chronometer$100 
Cornering lights$50 
Digital instruments$0 
Fog light, rear$100 
Illuminated vanity mirrors, rear seat$100 
Steering-linked headlights$150 
Seats and Interior Trim 
Cooled or ventilated front seats$300 
Massage, driver seat$100 
Massage, passenger seat$100 
Memory system, passenger seat$150 
Metal pedals$75 
Power seat belt height adjusters, front row$25 
Power thigh bolsters, driver seat $100
Power thigh bolsters, passenger seat $100
Power thigh support length adjuster, driver seat$100 
Power thigh support length adjuster, passenger seat$100 
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat $100
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat $100
Power-folding headrests, second row seats$50 
Upholstered instrument cluster hood, leather$200 
Upholstered instrument panel, leather $1000
Suspension, Wheels, and Tires 
Adaptive dampers - electrical $500
Adaptive hydraulic struts, auto-leveling and ht. adjustable$4000 
Sport suspension (upgrade)$0 
Ultra-sport suspension (upgrade) $0
Transmission 
Steering-wheel-mounted transmission controls$100 
Total Value of Features$9,165$4,850
Value of Feature Adjustments$4,315$0
Value of Feature Adjustments-4,0220

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

Model Year20092008
ModelS-Class5-Series
Body4dr Sedan, ext.4dr Sedan
Wheelbase124.6 in113.7 in
Length205.0 in191.1 in
Width73.7 in72.7 in
Height58.0 in57.8 in
Curb Weight4,663 lb.4,089 lb.
Fuel Capacity23.8 gal.18.5 gal.
Row 1 Headroom37.8 in37.7 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room59.1 in57.3 in
Row 1 Legroom41.9 in41.5 in
Row 2 Headroom38.5 in37.9 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room58.7 in57.2 in
Row 2 Legroom42.3 in36.0 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft314.0 ft3

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Option Package Details
BMW 5-Series M5

Sunshade, rear, power
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunshade, rear, power225Yes
Sunshades, second row125Yes
Total Requested350100%
Total Not Requested00%
Upholstered instrument panel, leather
FeatureValueRequested?
Upholstered instrument panel, leather1000No
Synthetic suede headliner650Yes
Total Requested65039%
Total Not Requested100061%
M Multi-Function Sport Seats
FeatureValueRequested?
Front seat active head restraints0No
Automatic seat bolsters, driver200Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, driver seat100No
Automatic seat bolsters, front passenger200Yes
Power upper seatback recliner, passenger seat100No
Total Requested40067%
Total Not Requested20033%

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